What are my rights if I am injured in a hit and run accident?
Automobile accidents often lead to serious physical injuries and emotional pain, and the consequences can become far worse if you are involved in a hit and run. These accidents occur when a motorist is involved in an accident and flees...
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Month: October 2016
Building a Safer Bike Helmet
Is bicycling a leading cause of sports-related brain injuries?
Bicycling in Northern and Southern California is a popular exercise and recreational activity, and most cyclists ride with bike helmets - even though the state's law only mandates helmets for riders who are under the age of 18. While helmets offer some degree of protection, and...
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Another Deadly Bus Crash Kills 13 Near Palm Springs
How common are charter bus accidents in California?
In our last blog post, we reported on new safety measures for charter bus companies that were recently signed onto law by Gov. Jerry Brown. Last week came the stunning news of another deadly charter bus accident near Palm Springs.
This time, a tour bus that was...
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High School Football Player Suffers Head Injury
What are the concussion risks for high school football players?
The high risk of concussions that football players face has widely been reported, particularly at the professional level. In response to growing concerns about the long-term consequences of head injuries, the National Football League has implemented new protocols when players appear to suffer concussions. Obviously,...
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Motorcyclist Killed After Colliding With Metro Train in Downtown L.A. Â
How can motorcyclists avoid fatal accidents?
More and more people are enjoying the freedom and thrills of riding motorcycles. Unfortunately, accidents involving motorcycles can turn that thrill into trauma with devastating consequences.
Motorcyclists Crashes Into Metro Train
A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a Metro train in downtown Los Angeles in the early morning hours just...
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California Pedestrian Statistics & Safety Tips
At J&Y we take all personal injury cases seriously. Those that affect pedestrians are of special concern to our staff of skilled attorneys, each of whom is dedicated to defending the rights of vulnerable victims. At J&Y we have your back, providing...
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Construction worker killed in downtown accident
What are the top safety hazards at construction sites?
Construction workers spend their days in some of the most hazardous conditions known to man. Despite heavy OSHA regulation, construction accidents are far too common and fatalities among the construction occupations are the highest of any industry in California.
Construction Worker Fatality in San Diego
A construction...
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Woman’s mysterious pain solved after foreign object discovered in her bodyÂ
What are the most common medical malpractice claims?
No one starts their day hoping that they will be injured in some sort of accident. Unfortunately, too often, we are faced with sometimes life-changing injuries. Even more shocking is when these accidents happen during surgery. Surgical errors are one of the top medical malpractice claims...
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Three New Bus Safety Bills in California Aim to Make Buses Safer
What causes tour bus accidents in California?
After a string of high-profile charter and school bus accidents across California, the governor has signed three bus safety bills that aim to cut the number of bus crashes in the future. Governor Jerry Brown recently signed the following three bus safety related laws: A...Construction Accidents in Los Angeles
What are my rights if I am injured in a construction accident in California?
Construction seems to be occurring everywhere in and around Los Angeles. The booming construction industry is good news for the economy and the public, but it can present hazards for construction workers. According to the Bureau of Labor...Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis in California
What costs are associated with a spinal cord injury?
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious injuries you could suffer in an accident. The human spine is comprised of a vertebral column with 33 vertebrae, a host of ligaments, and the spinal cord. If the spinal cord is damaged, accident...When Trucks Collide with Buses
What steps are being taken to enhance bus safety regulations in California?
In 2014, a tractor trailer crossed over a median on Interstate 5 near Oakland and crashed into a charter bus that was carrying students on a trip to a Northern California college. Five of the students were killed along with three chaperones. Both...
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A Primer on Automobile Accident Injuries
What are some of the common injuries in automobile accidents?
Whether high speed crashes or low-impact collisions, automobile accidents often result in serious injuries. At times, certain injuries may not be immediately apparent either because shock or the body's natural defenses initially mask the injury. After the body has a chance to relax, however, a...
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Lane Splitting: Proceed with Caution
Is lane splitting legal in California?
In August, Gov. Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 51 into law, effectively making lane splitting legal, a practice in which motorcyclists drive between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane.
While the California Vehicle Code has previously required vehicles to be driven within one lane and not...
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