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Do you avoid risky behaviors when driving near semitrailers?
Collisions between semitrailers and passenger vehicles can cause significant damage and often result in the occupants of the smaller vehicle being severely injured. Truck drivers are held to high standards to help prevent these collisions. However, some collisions are unintentionally caused by other motorists who… Read more
Function recovery is possible in some spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries are serious matters, but they aren’t all the same. There are two classifications of this type of injury that all damage falls into. The first is that you have a complete spinal cord injury. This means that the spinal cord is damaged… Read more
Safety protocol must be followed at construction sites
There are many different accidents that can come with construction work. One of the top priorities of construction companies must be reducing the risk of these hazards. It is imperative that they develop protocol and procedures that are clearly conveyed to the workers. This can… Read more
Carl D. Barnes Has Been Nominated and Accepted as a Two Years AIOPIA’S 10 Best in California For Client Satisfaction
The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of California’s Personal Injury Attorney Carl D. Barnes as Two Years 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that… Read more
Are some dogs inherently inclined to attack or bite?
If you ask animal lovers this question, most of them would say no. However, the plethora of news reports detailing dog and animal bites appear to indicate that some dogs are predisposed to attacking humans. Since California is home to many different types of animals… Read more
Kids and adolescents most prone to electric shock accidents
When your kids were children, you probably took all the necessary precautions to keep them safe in your home. This likely including placing covers over electrical outlets and teaching your children to never put foreign objects into an open electrical socket. Making your children aware… Read more
Catastrophic injuries can be difficult to define
Just about any serious injury can feel catastrophic to the victim. However, no widely-accepted legal definition for catastrophic injuries exists at this time. Despite the lack of a definition, many lawyers view catastrophic injuries as those that have a long-lasting or permanent effect on the… Read more
What stair hazards can cause slip-and-fall accidents?
Stairs, stairwells and stairways seem quite safe to most users. When you grow up using stairs all of your life, you might not stop to think about any hazards they pose. However, thousands of Americans die from slip-and-fall accidents on stairways each year in America. Los Angeles… Read more
Two pit bulls attack and injure California animal control officer
Pit bulls have a reputation for injuring innocent victims and as such are often the main “suspect” in dozens of dog and animal bites. Many of these animals do not deserve such a reputation but at the same time, some pit bulls do indeed attack… Read more
Look to the future after negligent catastrophic injuries occur
Finding a definition of what makes injuries catastrophic is practically impossible. Some victims might be so grateful to have survived a car accident that they view serious injuries as minor compared with the possibility of death. On the other hand, parents caring for a child… Read more
Third-party liability in construction site accident injuries
Construction sites are inherently dangerous locations. Most construction workers employed in California understand these dangers and take steps to protect themselves. However, as we all know, mishaps can occur anyway, leaving workers suffering from construction site accident injuries. You probably know that federal programs allow… Read more
Veterans sue over defective combat earplugs
Hundreds of U.S. veterans are suing over earplugs they claim 3M sold to the military despite knowing they were defective. The lawsuits state that the earplug design was defective, causing the plugs to come loose and allow dangerously loud sounds to damage the wearer’s hearing.… Read more
How dangerous are accidents resulting in slip and falls?
Any accident can be dangerous, but those involving slip and falls are sometimes more dangerous than you might think. In most cases, these accidents are more embarrassing than they are harmful, but victims would still be wise to get a medical opinion. Doing so can… Read more
Here’s the scoop on dog bite laws in California
It is said and widely believed that dogs are humankind’s best friends. Dogs and even other pet animals are companions, buddies and part of the family. Unfortunately, these furry friends come equipped with an arsenal of weapons including claws and teeth. When people suffer serious… Read more
Catastrophic injuries come with long-lasting consequences
Any injury serious enough to require medical attention can disrupt your life, but catastrophic injuries are particularly devastating. When such injuries occur due to negligence, many victims experience financial difficulties on top of the injury’s physical effects. Unfortunately, all of the effects associated with catastrophic injuries… Read more
Nanotechnology in the construction industry
Nanotechnology has a growing presence in many industries. This includes construction. There are a range of new construction materials that contain such technology. Recently, the Center for Construction Research and Training conducted a survey of over 250 unionized construction workers here in California. Around 44 percent… Read more
Dangerous Valentine’s day dates
After the last of the Christmas fruitcake and New Year’s fireworks have faded it comes time to look forward to another holiday. Valentine’s Day. While some may dread a holiday that celebrates couples, others see it as an opportunity to spend quality time with someone… Read more
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