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Car Crashes Into Dollar Tree Stockton Blvd Sacramento Ca

July 13, 2018 | Edward Smith

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Car Crashes Into Dollar Tree in Sacramento on Stockton Blvd.

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento car accident lawyer. Multiple injuries were reported on July 12 when a vehicle crashed into a Dollar Tree along Stockton Boulevard in South Sacramento. None of the injuries were believed to be life-threatening, although three of those who were injured were transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of the vehicle, described as an older woman by a representative of the California Highway Patrol (CHP), is believed to have accidentally pressed on the accelerator of her car, causing the collision.

Vertebral Artery Dissection in an Auto Accident

July 13, 2018 | Edward Smith

Vertebral Artery Dissection in an Auto Accident

I’m Ed Smith, a car accident attorney in Sacramento. The central nervous system is a complex part of the body. Among the most important elements are the brain and spinal cord. Like other body parts, they require constant blood flow to function properly. When this flow is disrupted, it can lead to drastic consequences.

Roseville Dog Bite Injuries

April 9, 2018 | Edward Smith

Roseville Dog Bite Injury Lawyer

I’m Ed Smith, a Roseville dog bite lawyer. Dog attacks can be a terrifying experience, whether you have a fear of dogs or not. If a dog attacks you, would you know what to do? Dog experts say your actions before, during and after the attack are important. Here are some tips in case you find yourself in a scary situation with a dog.

Chance Fractures in Children

April 8, 2018 | Edward Smith

Chance Fractures in Children

I’m Ed Smith, a Personal Injury Lawyer in Sacramento. As children grow and develop, they often suffer bumps, bruises, and scrapes along the way. While children are resilient, there are some injuries that have the potential to be devastating, with lifelong complications as a result. One example is chance fractures in children, a devastating spinal cord injury that was once thought to be rare but is now seen at an increasing rate.

CA Supreme Court Ruling: Public Colleges Must Protect Students

March 27, 2018 | Edward Smith

California Court Rules Colleges Should Protect Students

California Court Rules Colleges Should Protect Students
I’m Ed Smith, a Personal Injury Lawyer in Sacramento. The California Supreme Court ruled last week that public colleges in the state must protect their students from possible violence on campus and other school-related activities off-campus. The court warned that if colleges fail to protect students, they can be held liable. The decision came in a lawsuit filed by a University of California at Los Angeles student who was stabbed by a classmate in 2009.

Wrist Injuries

April 11, 2017 | Edward Smith

Wrist Injuries

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer. If you, or a loved one, have suffered a fractured or broken wrist, you likely can relate to the pain that a bone fracture can cause. Throughout the medical community, a fractured wrist is a common occurrence. Therefore, it makes sense that there are many types of accidents that can cause someone to break their wrist.

How a Car Accident Can Damage Your Connective Tissues

November 30, 2016 | Edward Smith

How a Car Accident Can Damage Your Connective Tissues

Car accidents can be harmful in numerous ways, but one aspect many people don’t consider is the way that they affect your connective tissues, which are located in parts of your body like your neck, spine, knees and elbows. Connective tissues are tough and fibrous, and they bind together bones and cartilage mainly at your joints. They are often referred to as “soft tissues” by your doctor.

How to Prepare for a Deposition

November 28, 2015 | Edward Smith

As a Sacramento Brain Injury Attorney, as well as a Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Lawyer, I am frequently asked by both clients and non-clients alike about what to expect if asked to give a deposition.

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Blunt Spleen Injuries and Splenectomy after Auto Accidents

December 30, 2014 | Edward Smith

A blunt spleen injury is one of the most commonly injured organs after an auto accident. It’s caused by a forceful blow to the abdomen.

The spleen is the organ that filters poorly functioning or damaged red blood cells. It also removes bacteria from the body and produces antibodies.

Employer Liability In Wrongful Death Accident

December 24, 2014 | Edward Smith

Many employees drive company vehicles either to and from work or for specific company related tasks. Wrongful death claims can be brought against a driver’s employer if the negligent act of the employee occurred in the scope of employment. For this reason, it is vital in every wrongful death case to have only a wrongful death attorney investigate whether the negligent driver was in the scope of employment.

Employer Liability for Employee Actions