What Is CTE?

CTE, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, is a degenerative disease that affects people who have had multiple concussions and other types of traumatic brain injuries. As a degenerative disease, CTE cannot be reversed. The condition will slowly worsen and eventually prevent the normal function of the brain.  Researchers believe repeated brain injuries can cause an abnormal tau […]

What Are the Top 10 Disabilities?

If you are disabled or in the process of filing for Social Security Disability, you are no doubt conducting thorough research about disabilities and the legal process. Whether you’re at the beginning stages, googling “best disability lawyers near me,” or at the medical journal deep dive stage, an experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer can […]

Delayed Concussion Symptoms

Have you ever bumped your head but felt fine, only to experience strange symptoms days later? Delayed concussion symptoms can appear hours or even days after a head injury, catching many people off guard. Understanding these symptoms could help you recognize when to seek medical attention after an accident. What is a Concussion? A concussion […]

How Long Does It Take State Farm To Settle Claims in San Diego?

State Farm settles millions of claims every year. It likely settles thousands of cases per year in San Diego alone. State Farm’s sheer size, however, has the potential to bog down its operations in red tape. Another factor that might slow down claim resolution is State Farm’s use of delaying tactics to reduce the value […]

The Impact of Emotional Distress on Your Personal Injury Claim

When you are involved in an accident or injured due to someone else’s negligence, the physical injuries are often the most obvious to address. However, emotional distress can be just as significant. It can play a major role in your personal injury claim. If you’ve experienced emotional distress due to an injury caused by someone […]

How Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement Check From a Car Accident?

A car accident can disrupt your life in an instant. What seemed like just another day yesterday can suddenly feel overwhelming today. With mounting medical bills, time off work for hospitalization and recovery, and the emotional toll of the situation, it’s easy to feel pressured into accepting the insurance company’s initial settlement offer. However, this […]

How Old Do You Have To Be To Drive a Motorcycle?

Motorcycles are a popular mode of transportation, offering freedom and efficiency on the road. However, before hopping on a bike, it’s essential to understand the legal age requirements for obtaining a motorcycle license. Each state has different regulations on how old you have to be to drive a motorcycle. In California, specific rules apply to […]

California Wildfires Caused by Utility Companies

Pacific Gas & Electric plead guilty to 85 criminal charges, including involuntary manslaughter, for their role in starting California’s deadliest fire ever, the Camp Fire. According to National Public Radio, “Utility companies have been sued to bankruptcy over downed power lines that caused deadly wildfires…” Electric companies have actually started doing pre-emptive service outages during […]

What Is California’s Comparative Fault Rule?

When accidents happen, determining who is responsible for damages is a crucial part of any legal claim. California uses a pure comparative fault rule, which helps assess liability in personal injury cases. This means that even if you share some responsibility for an accident, you may still be able to recover compensation for your injuries. […]

What is the Average Personal Injury Settlement Amount? 

Compensation for a wide range of losses can be recovered by pursuing a personal injury claim. Estimating how much monetary compensation can be recovered is often a big question on the minds of many clients and one that can be complicated to answer without the help of a San Diego personal injury attorney. We can […]