Category: Injury & Accident Articles

If you were injured in an auto crash, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. However, a key issue in obtaining monetary damages is determining how the incident happened and which driver caused it. In other words, you must establish who’s at fault in a car accident case in order to get the compensation you deserve under California law.…

One of the main questions claimants want to know is how long does it take to settle a car accident case? It’s understandable that victims want to move on and put the accident behind them. However, this is not an easy question to answer, as each case is different.…

Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft are popular in California. They offer a cheaper transportation alternative to a standard taxi in the city. These drivers are typically independent contractors and are not employees of Uber. This doesn’t mean Uber or other ridesharing companies are not responsible in the event one of their drivers is involved in an accident.…

What happens when your car gets recalled? It’s not something vehicle owners want to think about, especially if the vehicle is new. Before panic sets in, it’s important to understand how factory recalls work, and whether or not they pertain to your particular vehicle. Generally, recalls are issued that pertain to a year and model type, and they usually apply to only some vehicles that were manufactured at a particular plant or with specified parts.…

Property owners have a duty to properly maintain their premises and regularly inspect their grounds. If a property owner breaches this duty, they can be held liable if someone is injured. Wet and slippery floors are common hazards in large commercial locations such as restaurants, hotels, bars, shopping centers, sports arenas, and convention centers.…

Slip and fall accidents are more common than some people realize. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls make up more than eight million emergency rooms visits each year, with slip and falls representing 12%, or over one million of those trips. Effects from these slip and fall incidents can vary widely, depending on the conditions and the age and physical condition of the involved party.…

This is a sobering statistic: Throughout the U.S., pedestrian deaths make up 11% of all traffic fatalities. Here in San Francisco, pedestrian deaths account for an astounding 50% of all traffic fatalities. It is largely due to the fact that San Francisco does not have a freeway system to route traffic around the city.…

The way San Francisco was planned is unique. Without major freeways directing traffic around the city, and a substantial amount of foot traffic, it makes for some of the most dangerous conditions for pedestrians anywhere in the country. Elsewhere in the country, about 11% of fatal traffic accidents are pedestrians.…

When motorcycle accidents happen, the injuries that result can be severe. On top of that, motorcyclists are often considered to be reckless regarding traffic laws. That makes filing motorcycle injury claims that much more difficult. If you’ve been in a major motorcycle accident, the attorneys at The Wakeford Law Firm can help.…