According to figures provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), almost 3,000 individuals died in accidents involving distracted driving in 2018. A distracted driver who does not pay undivided attention to the road and traffic is a danger to all other road users. Distracted drivers can cause accidents with other cars, motorcyclists, bicyclists, …
Rear-end collisions are sudden and can take a toll on your physical health, causing whiplash, severe seat belt injuries, and even death. If you are suffering from injuries or have lost a loved one due to a rear-end collision in Bakersfield, contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC, at (800) 598-7557 today to set up a free …
There are many behaviors that can qualify a driver as aggressive, and any type of aggressive driving could increase the risk of an accident. If you or a loved one were involved in an accident in Anaheim that was caused by an aggressive driver, then you may be able to win compensation. You may be …
A head-on collision can cause severe injuries that generate massive losses for the victim. Injuries of this magnitude often require complex—sometimes multiple—surgeries. Even with the most sophisticated treatment, the victim’s life might change forever. Damages from the accident could affect their health, employment status, and quality of life, among other things. If another driver negligently …
Experiencing a car accident has already burdened you with pain from your physical injury, on top of the emotional trauma of the collision. To discover that the at-fault driver does not carry insurance only intensifies your feelings of helplessness. You need to pay for medical treatment, and you perhaps have missed time at work, meaning …
In California, any driver involved in a collision must, by law, pull over and stop. Failure to do so exposes the driver to criminal charges. For the victim left behind in such an accident, having nobody at the crime scene to help them, call for aid, or take accountability adds emotional trauma and possible exacerbation …
Whiplash injuries can be mild to severe. In addition to neck and back pain, you can experience other symptoms for weeks to months. Rear-end car accidents are a major cause of whiplash. The sudden impact can cause you and your passengers’ bodies to jerk forward. You may want a Long Beach whiplash lawyer if you …
More than 3,500 fatal crashes in 2018 resulted from a driver’s failure to yield right of way, according to the Insurance Information Institute (III). Even for accident survivors, these collisions can cause serious injuries that affect the quality of their lives, rack up hefty medical expenses, and cost them in terms of missed income from …
Rollover accidents are catastrophic in nature, and victims suffer serious injuries or even death as a result. If you experienced a rollover accident, you have the legal right to pursue justice against someone else if their negligence contributed to the accident. Learn more about how to receive compensation after your rollover accident by contacting the …
In Fresno, state law requires all motorists to carry liability insurance. This insurance exists to protect drivers from third-party liability claims in situations where they are responsible for an accident. Despite these requirements, the Insurance Information Institute (III) reports more than 15 percent of California drivers lack liability coverage. The stress of a major car …
Ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft remain as popular as ever. Their convenience and price allow these companies to make major inroads into major cities across the country. However, there are downsides to the increased traffic congestion that rideshare operators bring. According to the University of Chicago, traffic fatalities across the country increased by 3 …
According to a California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) survey, 58% of California drivers said they had been hit, or nearly hit, by a driver who was distracted while using a cellphone. Unfortunately, cellphones are only part of the problem. Every year, distracted driving causes countless accidents and injuries on Fresno roadways. This does not …
Despite federal regulations regarding hours-of-service and other rules regarding the trucking industry, truck accidents are all too common on California highways. If you suffered severe injuries due to a negligent truck driver, Ben Crump Law, PLLC can help you. A Fresno truck accident lawyer from our team can investigate your accident and pursue compensation for …
Riding a motorcycle offers freedom, and the regions in and around Fresno may be ideal for trips on a bike. A motorcycle trip can quickly turn into a nightmare due to a negligent motorist, however, and you or a loved one may have recently realized the harm that can come from a motorcycle accident. Suppose …
A bicycle is a basic form of transportation and exercise for many as they ride to work or for enjoyment. When a driver crashes into you, the accident can end life as you know it. The new challenges you face are frightening and costly. As the medical invoices arrive, your inability to pay them can …
If the reckless actions of a person or company, or a defective product, resulted in serious injuries for you, you deserve justice. The medical invoices, loss of income, and pain and suffering you experience may entitle you to compensation. The aftermath of a serious accident is a time of confusion. An essential first step following …
Drunk driving accidents cause many injuries and fatalities every year in Fresno. In fact, over 3,400 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Fresno in 2017 alone, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Thankfully, the State of California has laws in place that allow drunk driving victims to seek justice …
If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a truck accident that was not your fault, you deserve to learn about potential compensation. A Bakersfield truck accident lawyer has a deep understanding of California’s statutes and how you could recover damages from the at-fault party. Many truck accident victims are severely injured and …
If you or a loved one was injured in a motorcycle accident that was not your fault, a Bakersfield motorcycle accident lawyer can protect your rights and help you seek compensation. Our legal team can identify liable parties, gather evidence, file an insurance claim, and if necessary, prepare your case for court. You do not …
When a person consumes alcohol and then gets behind the wheel of a car, they endanger the lives and safety of everyone else who shares the road. In the event that this individual’s negligence causes an accident, they should bear the cost—financial and otherwise—of the injuries they cause other accident victims. If you suffered an …
