After a motorcycle accident, the motorcyclist is often left dealing with serious and life-threatening injuries. Unlike motor vehicles, a motorcycle does not offer its rider many forms of protection. As such, motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries in an accident than other automobile drivers. Even more shocking is that other drivers…. Read More
The majority of car accident cases are resolved through settlements. A settlement means that a car accident case has been settled outside of court and the terms have been agreed upon by all parties involved. Rather than taking a case to trial, there are advantages to settling a case outside of court: Advantage #1: Less…. Read More
Ridesharing has become exceedingly popular in recent years. Instead of hailing a cab on the street, you can schedule a ride from an app on a smartphone. Companies like Uber and Lyft have capitalized on this convenience, outpacing traditional taxi services. However, with the increasing popularity of ridesharing apps, questions about liability naturally arise. Drivers for Uber…. Read More
There are millions of dog owners in the United States, especially here in California. In fact, an estimated 36 percent of U.S. households own at least one dog. However, dogs, as nice as they may be, can also attack strangers or even people they are familiar with being around. Dog bites can be very serious….. Read More
Whether the accident relates to a car crash, a trip and fall, a construction work site mishap or any number of other incidents that caused personal injury, a victim’s bodily injury is usually the result of someone’s negligence, carelessness or other wrongful behavior. Insurance companies and defense attorneys prefer the term “accident” because that term…. Read More
Research shows that dockless scooter injuries are increasing across the country. Emergency room physicians are reporting serious injuries, such as concussions and even intracranial bleeding. Lawsuits filed in Austin show that scooter riders can suffer broken bones, brain injuries, and other major health problems during an accident. However, liability is a tricky issue for the…. Read More
When resolving personal injury claims, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Even for a standard car accident claim, there is always room for creative solutions and problem solving. This is why it is important to hire an attorney that prioritizes flexibility and has detailed knowledge of California personal injury law. Attorney Braid Pezzaglia has over 20…. Read More
Motorcyclists are more likely to experience severe injuries after an accident than car occupants. While wearing a helmet can help reduce the risk for injury, there is often nothing a motorcyclist can do to prevent getting hurt. Injuries from motorcycle accidents typically result in tens of thousands of dollars in rehabilitation and medical costs. For…. Read More
Since marijuana and cannabinoid use is now legal in California, many people are visiting dispensaries for the first time. Cannabis oil is quickly becoming popular for people who enjoy smoke-free alternatives in the form of topicals, edibles and vape oil. However, there is a growing amount of research suggesting that there is a relationship between…. Read More
Our San Jose Personal Injury Attorney Can Answer Your Questions The days surrounding the Fourth of July almost always result in clusters of firework injuries across the country, including here in the Bay Area. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), emergency rooms treat an average of 180 people per day for firework injuries…. Read More
