Personal Injury Blog

David J. Muñoz | May 26, 2026 | Car Accidents

A black box in a car is usually an event data recorder, or EDR, and many modern vehicles have one. It can store crash-related data such as speed, braking, seat belt use, steering input, and airbag deployment. Your car’s black box does not record every […]

David J. Muñoz | May 14, 2026 | Personal Injury

Suffering a spinal injury of any type can not only be painful, but it can also leave you with serious medical expenses and the inability to live your life as you used to. Herniated discs are one type of spinal injury that can occur as […]

David J. Muñoz | May 11, 2026 | Personal Injury

A fractured sternum, commonly referred to as a broken breastbone, is a painful injury that often occurs after a traumatic impact to the chest. The sternum is the flat bone located in the center of the chest, connecting the ribs and helping protect vital organs […]

David J. Muñoz | May 8, 2026 | Car Accidents

Being involved in a car accident can turn your life upside down in seconds. Even when the crash was clearly someone else’s fault, you may still be left dealing with injuries, vehicle damage, medical bills, lost wages, and insurance companies that do not always have […]

David J. Muñoz | May 5, 2026 | Truck Accidents

You may have noticed a pattern if you drive on California highways. Passenger vehicles often move at 65 to 70 mph, while commercial trucks travel noticeably slower. That difference is intentional and codified in state law.  Here is what you should know about how fast […]

David J. Muñoz | May 1, 2026 | Personal Injury

Hip fractures can be debilitating injuries that require extensive medical care and prevent you from working or performing everyday tasks. If the injury occurred because of negligence or wrongful conduct, you may be able to begin a personal injury claim for compensation against the liable […]

David J. Muñoz | April 23, 2026 | Car Accidents

Vehicle safety has improved drastically over the years. Today’s cars are built not only to help drivers avoid collisions, but also to better protect people when crashes do happen. Two major reasons for this progress are crash-test dummies and biomechanics.  Together, they help researchers understand […]

David J. Muñoz | April 21, 2026 | Personal Injury

Getting pulled over is stressful enough without realizing your license is not with you. Many drivers immediately wonder whether forgetting a physical license is the same as driving without one.  In California, those are not the same situation. If you get pulled over without your […]

David J. Muñoz | April 13, 2026 | Brain Injuries

Neck pain is one of the most common complaints following an accident, especially car crashes, slips and falls, or sports-related injuries. In many cases, it’s dismissed as a minor issue, something that will resolve with rest, ice, or over-the-counter medication. However, what many people don’t […]

David J. Muñoz | March 31, 2026 | Firm News

Attorney David J. Muñoz of Mission Personal Injury Lawyers has once again been recognized for his dedication to injury victims in San Diego, California. He earned a place on the prestigious San Diego Super Lawyers Top 50 List for 2006, a distinction reserved for a […]