Recent Posts in Personal Injury Category
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Should I File a Workers' Comp or Personal Injury Case?
Posted By Smolich & SmolichIf you have been injured in a work-related incident, you may be wondering whether it’s a good idea to file a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury case. The answer isn’t always as straightforward as it seems, as some situations could support filing for either one as opposed to one or the other. On this blog, we’ll take a look at when to file for each of these different types of injury ...Continue Reading -
CA Wrongful Death Law: What You Need to Know
Posted By Smolich & SmolichWhen someone’s actions cause the death of another person, whether it’s an act of negligence or malice, surviving family members may file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation for their loss. In California, a wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of the decedent's death. In a wrongful death case, the plaintiff must prove the existence of the following elements: A ...Continue Reading -
Major Causes of Distracted Driving
Posted By Smolich & SmolichAccording to the U.S. Department of Transportation, nearly one-third of all car accident deaths are caused by driver distractions. In 2015, 3,477 people and 391,000 were injured in distracted driving accidents. In general, distracted driving is considered performing another task that takes your attention away from operating your vehicle. It takes your eyes off the road, hands off the steering ...Continue Reading -
What Should I Ask My Doctor After a Car Accident?
Posted By Smolich & SmolichWhether you suffered a minor or a serious injury in a car accident , your first priority is to always seek immediate medical attention and treatment as soon as possible. Not only does this protect your health, but seeing a doctor right away can also play an important role in strengthening your personal injury case. It is imperative to ask your doctor several questions about your injuries which ...Continue Reading
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