Category: Injury & Accident Articles

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. Older people are at

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. It relies on an internal network of highways. In addition, the amount of foot traffic in the

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. In San Francisco that number rises to 50%. Each year, over 800 pedestrians are injured or killed and this has entirely

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. Common Causes for Motorcycle Accidents When motorcycle accidents happen they are sometimes caused by the reckless driving of

It’s important to realize that you can’t always blame a slip and fall accident on the proprietor, property manager, or homeowner. Defendants in slip and fall lawsuits can raise a number of valid defenses against a slip and fall claim. Here, we’ll talk about what you should do if you’re in a slip and fall accident to protect your claim. Negligence in Slip and Fall Accident Lawsuits To prove any