Liability in Car Accidents Due to Construction or Road Hazards
When driving on California roads, other motorists aren’t the only thing that could cause an accident. Construction zones and road hazards increase the risk of serious injury accidents. Drivers face challenges in these areas, like altered traffic patterns, narrowed lanes, uneven pavement, and debris. These conditions become even more dangerous when combined...
Common Causes of Summer Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
Summer is finally here, and that means hitting the pool, visiting amusement parks, and heading out on vacation. Unfortunately, these warm-weather activities also come with the risk of slips, trips, and falls, which can result in severe injuries. Let’s explore the common causes of these summertime accidents so you can take...
How Delivery Truck Accidents Can Lead to Long-Term Injuries
Have you been involved in an accident with a delivery truck? Sadly, you are not alone. Many delivery drivers also have strict delivery quotas they need to meet, which could lead to less-than-stellar driving. That makes traffic accidents involving these large vehicles a far too common occurrence.
Unfortunately, these...
Legal Options for Victims of Construction Accidents
If you’ve been injured in a construction accident in California, you may be wondering what your legal options are. A workers’ compensation claim is the solution for the majority of on-the-job injuries. However, depending on the circumstances, you may be able to file a personal injury claim as well, which could provide...
Tips for Avoiding Serious Injuries at Construction Sites
Construction is among the most dangerous jobs in the US. According to Forbes, the construction industry averages 2.4 non-fatal injuries for every 100 full-time workers and 23 fatal injuries for every 100,000 full-time workers.
The four leading accidents resulting in severe injury and death on...
Steps All Drivers Should Take After a Semi-Truck Accident
You’ve been in an accident with a semi-truck and have begun receiving medical treatment for your injuries. Now what? While many of us know what to do in the immediate aftermath of an accident, the next steps to take after seeking medical treatment might not be so clear.
Once...
Hiring an Experienced Car Accident Attorney: What to Look For
Have you been injured in a car accident in Walnut Creek, CA? An experienced car accident attorney, like those at Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook, can help you pursue the compensation you deserve more effectively and efficiently than you could on your own. But given that your choice of an attorney can...
Premises Liability in Elevator Accident Cases
Elevators are such an everyday part of our lives that it’s easy to forget that they can also be extremely dangerous if they have not been installed or maintained correctly. An aging cable, a faulty door sensor, or an overstressed winch is all it might take to cause a serious accident. The...
Preventing Accidents During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and the experienced motorcycle accident lawyers at Casper Meadows Schwartz & Cook felt it would be helpful to share some important tips that might save your life when riding a motorcycle. Because nearly one-third of fatal motorcycle accidents in the U.S. involve...
Common Types of Industrial Accidents and Their Resulting Injuries
Industrial settings are fraught with potential dangers, from heavy machinery to hazardous materials. Unfortunately, serious accidents are a regular occurrence in industrial workplaces due to these inherent risks. Below, we’ll examine some common types of industrial accidents and the injuries that typically occur as a result.
Forklift...