Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Many Americans count pets as valued members of their families, and dogs are among the most popular types of pets with 38.4% of U.S. households owning at least one dog. California reflects a similar trend with nearly 40% of households owning one or more dogs. In Los Angeles County, the percentage of dog owners reflects…

As California bicycle accident attorneys, we like to inform cyclists of their legal rights when it comes to riding a bike in the Golden State. California has specific laws that apply to bicyclists. These laws are designed to help ensure the safety of bicyclists and other road users. If you’re a bicyclist in California, it’s…

As attorneys and advocates for brain injury victims, we wanted to provide some resources that may be helpful. There are several organizations that provide support and resources to victims of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their families. Here are some examples: Brain Injury Association of America: This is a national organization that provides information, resources,…

As Los Angeles pedestrian accident attorneys and injury lawyers, we see the City of L.A. as unfortunately a hotbed of auto v. pedestrian accidents. Los Angeles is a city known for its car culture, where driving is often the primary mode of transportation. However, this means that pedestrians in Los Angeles face significant risks on…

According to the latest available statistics (as of September 2021) from the California Office of Traffic Safety: In 2019, there were a total of 3,316 fatal and injury crashes involving drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs in California. In 2019, there were 3,606 fatalities in traffic accidents in California. The highest number of…

With a population of nearly 3.9 million people in the city and more in the county, Los Angeles is one of the most populous areas in the U.S. With its extensive network of crisscrossed freeways, interstates, and highways combined with its large population, it is little wonder that Los Angeles also experiences a high number…

According to the data compiled by the City of Los Angeles based upon Traffic Collision Reports made in relation to auto accidents city-wide from 2010 to the present, the following are the most dangerous roads in L.A. Western Avenue – 7817 Traffic Collisions Ventura Boulevard – 7012 Traffic Incidents Sherman Way – 6969 Traffic Accidents…

Many Californians enjoy bicycling as a fun recreational activity, an opportunity to get exercise while enjoying the outdoors, and as a means of transportation. As cycling has increased in popularity in the last few years because of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of bicycle accidents and resulting injuries have sharply increased. An…

Pedestrian fatalities have been increasing across the U.S. In 2021 alone, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) reported that an estimated 7.485 pedestrians were killed in the U.S. The GHSA reports that was a 12% increase in the number of pedestrian fatalities over those who were killed in 2020. The GHSA also reports that the…

The recent accident and subsequent death of actress Anne Heche captivated the attention of many people in California and throughout the U.S. The horrific accident and Heche’s conduct leading up to the crash also raise questions of liability and how the victims might pursue claims to recover damages for their losses. Los Angeles personal injury…