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Actor-comedian involved in fatal tractor-trailer accident

Many California residents who enjoyed watching comedian and actor Tracy Morgan on shows like Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock received unsettling news over the weekend when they learned that Morgan had been in a serious car accident. Morgan was on his way home from a comedy show with friends and colleagues early Saturday when… read more

Obtaining compensation after a motorcycle accident

Motorcycles aren’t equipped with seatbelts, airbags and other safety devices that protect passengers of automobiles. That means when accidents occur, there is very little defending motorcyclists from the other vehicle or the pavement. If you have been involved in a serious motorcycle accident, chances are that you have a long road ahead of you when… read more

California bus with children on board is rear-ended

A car in Sacramento, California, rear-ended a school bus that had children on board. Fortunately, none of those children was injured. The driver of the bus and the driver of the red sedan that was involved both sustained minor injuries, and they were taken from the scene of the accident. The car accident happened on… read more

Car accident involving multiple vehicles leads to injuries, death

Several injuries and one death recently resulted from a multiple-vehicle collision in California. When this type of incident occurs, the families of the deceased victims are — naturally — deeply upset. At the same time, those who are injured may be worried about their own health as well as about how they will afford to… read more

Hip fractures common after California car accidents

Injuries resulting from a serious car accident can vary depending on the age and size of the accident victim. According to the Placer County Network of Care, one of the most common injuries sustained by young adults and children in car accidents is hip fractures. As we discussed in an informative article on our website,… read more

Group wants safety made a priority on busy Sacramento road

A group consisting of parents, teachers and members of the community are calling on the City of Sacramento to further improve safety for pedestrians on a busy stretch of road near several schools, two parks, a community center and a library. On the stretch of road, Fruitridge/Seamas Avenue between Gilgunn Way and Karbet Way, the… read more

How do you prove fault after a car accident in California?

Many car accidents in California involve fault. However, it’s not always easy to prove which party was at fault, or negligent, for the collision. Oftentimes, each driver has his or her own account of what happened. Even if both parties agree on who was at fault, insurance companies often want proof. In order to prove… read more