Suing the State of Texas for Personal Injury

If you’ve been injured due to the negligence of a government entity or employee in Texas, you might wonder if you can file a personal injury claim against the state. While suing the government can be more complicated than suing a private individual or company, […]

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Who are the Plaintiffs and Defendants in Personal Injury Cases?

As a general statement, a personal injury case arises when one party’s misconduct injures someone. To put it simply, in a personal injury case, the plaintiff is the party filing the lawsuit, and the defendant is the party from whom the plaintiff is demanding money. […]

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Personal Injury Statistics and Industry Trends

When it comes to understanding how injuries tend to occur and the ways in which victims are compensated, the numbers provided by trends and similar statistics paint a vivid picture.  However, as vivid as it is, that picture is still a generalization. Each injury incident […]

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Contributory vs. Comparative Negligence

If you harm someone due to negligent behavior, you should be responsible for covering the damages caused. With adequate insurance, your insurance company would handle these costs; however, since you pay the monthly premiums, you may still feel the impact—especially if your rates increase following […]

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How To Prevent Scarring After a Burn Injury

Burn injuries are one of the most serious and painful types of injuries. They are often the result of car accidents, workplace accidents, home fires, and household accidents. The most common cause of burns is heat or thermal sources, like steam, scalding liquid, or flames, […]

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Who Causes More Car Accidents in San Diego: Men or Women?

Thousands of car accidents occur on San Diego roads in any given year. They happen for a wide range of reasons, such as speeding and impaired driving. But can a driver’s gender contribute to a crash as well? San Diego Traffic Accident Statistics There were […]

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What Is a Safe Distance To Leave For the Car in Front of Me?

Have you ever found yourself tailgating the car ahead of you, only to slam on your brakes when traffic suddenly slows? Maintaining a safe following distance helps prevent car accidents and ensure the safety of all road users. But how much space should you actually […]

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What Is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?

Negligence, which means something like carelessness, is the most common justification for a personal injury claim. Negligence per se, by contrast, is a way of proving negligence. It is important not to confuse the two.  What is Negligence? To prove the defendant liable for a […]

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Does California Require a Front License Plate?

California Vehicle Code §5200 governs how license plates are attached to vehicles. The Department of Motor Vehicles issues two license plates for most vehicles. One license plate must be attached to the front and the other attached to the rear of the vehicle. However, if […]

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Road Safety For Labor Day Weekend Around San Diego

The Labor Day Weekend is the unofficial sendoff to the summer season. Schools and many workplaces in San Diego close for the holiday, allowing families to enjoy outdoor activities and short trips before everyone gets back to school for the new year ahead.  In response, […]

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