Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | October 8, 2024 | Personal Injury
Does Med-Pay Affect a Settlement?
As San Diego personal injury attorneys, our job is to give you as many options as possible for your case, and this includes medical treatment and billing options. For instance, did you know that your car insurance policy may include medical bills for any injuries sustained in a car accident, regardless of who was at fault? That’s right, […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | October 4, 2024 | Jury Duty
Is it Possible to Get Out of Jury Duty in California?
Most of us are not excited to get a jury notice in the mail. If you’ve been selected for jury duty, you might wonder how long jury duty will take, how much work you might have to miss, childcare issues, and the details of traveling to and from your local courthouse. Can you get out […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | September 18, 2024 | Personal Injury
How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, understanding your rights and options for potential compensation is important. Pain and suffering damages may be a significant part of the damages you can seek under California law to compensate you for physical pain and emotional distress arising from the accident. An experienced […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | September 10, 2024 | Personal Injury
What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?
If you have been involved in a car accident in California, you may need clarification about what steps to take. Under California law, there are specific steps you should take to protect your rights and hold the negligent party responsible for causing a car accident. After being involved in a car accident, you should get […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | June 19, 2024 | Car Accidents
How Google is Using AI for Car Crash Detection in the Google Pixel
To say that AI is a controversial topic would be a bit of an understatement. To some people, it’s an incredible step forward in technology and promises to make life easier and more enjoyable for millions (or billions). To others, it is a dangerous step toward an uncertain future where humans are serving their robot […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | June 16, 2024 | Car Accidents
4th of July Accident Statistics: Traffic Data & Facts By Year
Did you know that the Fourth of July ranks first for the day of the year with the most car accidents? The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that nearly half of the traffic fatalities that occur on Independence Day weekend are alcohol-related. However, alcohol consumption isn’t the only reason why this day sees the most accidents. Some of […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | June 12, 2024 | Car Accidents
The Post-Pandemic Epidemic: U.S. Traffic Fatalities Keep Climbing
Perhaps one of the most unexpected challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic is the surge of traffic fatalities that has accompanied it. However, not everyone agrees on the cause of this dynamic or what to do to address it. Here is what you need to know about the theories behind this phenomenon and what actions are […]
Pines Salomon Injury Lawyers, LPP | May 29, 2024 | Car Accidents
Understanding Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Coverage in California
You buy car insurance to protect yourself against the dangers you encounter on the road. When something or someone hurts you or damages your vehicle, your insurance steps in and covers your losses up to the coverage limits you have selected. The aftermath of a car accident is not the time to discover the limits of your […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | May 15, 2024 | Car Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents Statistics in the U.S.: A Review of Recent Data
Each year, thousands of Americans are injured or killed in pedestrian accidents. New data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals that not only does walking remain hazardous, it is becoming even more dangerous. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of pedestrians killed in crashes increased by 12.6%. Key Findings from NHTSA Data The […]
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers | May 15, 2024 | Road Safety
Move Over, California: A Quick Guide to the Move Over Law
Responding to roadside emergencies can be dangerous to emergency personnel and those in need of assistance. According to a recent Caltrans press release, 170 California Highway Patrol officers were injured or killed while assisting others along the roadside between 2018 and 2022. For over 15 years, California’s Move Over law has required motorists to move […]