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Single-Vehicle Accident in Sacramento Causes Injuries

August 5, 2021 | Edward Smith

Injuries Occur in Solo-Vehicle Crash Along Florin Road

A single-vehicle accident was reported in Sacramento on August 3 when a car struck a tree in front of a church. The crash happened around 8:11 in the morning along Florin Road between Kara Drive and Power Inn Road. According to the report by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), family members arrived as well as first responders with the Sacramento Fire Department, who were there to assess injuries. Two patients were transported to Kaiser Permanente for additional evaluation and treatment of their injuries.

Pedestrian Fatality Occurs in North Sacramento Hit-and-Run

June 23, 2021 | Edward Smith

Accident on Northgate Boulevard Results in Death of Pedestrian

A hit-and-run crash in Sacramento on June 20 resulted in a pedestrian fatality. The Sacramento Police Department reported the accident at about 9:00 p.m. near Northgate Boulevard and Tandy Drive. It was stated that the driver fled the accident scene after colliding with the pedestrian and is at large.

Start a Walking Program for Back Pain

February 15, 2021 | Edward Smith

A Walking Program May Reduce Pain Levels

Several studies have concluded that following a regular walking program can help decrease lower back pain. It may seem counterintuitive – many people want to lie down and rest when experiencing back pain – but in the absence of any risk of further injury, getting up and participating in light activity can help you feel better.

Don’t Be a Tailgater

February 7, 2021 | Edward Smith

Tailgating Causes a Lot of Accidents

The majority of accidents on the roads, including those that cause injuries and result in personal injury cases, are rear-end collisions. Most of those collisions could have been avoided had the trailing driver allowed more room between their vehicle and the vehicle in front of them. Approximately a third of all accidents that occur nationwide can be attributed to the rear car following too closely. One of the safest habits a driver can adopt on the roadways is vowing not to be a tailgater.

Personal Injury 101: What is a Demand Letter?

January 22, 2021 | Edward Smith

The Personal Injury Demand Letter

When a person suffers injuries in an automobile accident, most often, the insurance claim is settled without having to go to court. The settlement is usually facilitated by a demand letter written by the injured party’s attorney. In this article, we will answer the question: what is a demand letter? We will also take a look at some of the particulars that make it an effective legal tool.

Major Injury Reported in Sacramento Motorcycle Accident

January 22, 2021 | Edward Smith

Accident at 47th Street Occurs When Motorcyclist Collides With Fence

A major injury occurred in a single motorcycle accident in Sacramento on January 20. The accident happened when a motorcyclist, for unknown reasons, went off the road at 47th Street and Underwood Way at about 7:36 a.m. and struck a fence. Upon the arrival of first responders with the Sacramento Fire Department, it was determined that rider had suffered major injuries.

Rear AEB Reduces Number of Fender Benders

January 16, 2021 | Edward Smith

Fewer Back-Up Crashes with AEB

While front automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems have greater life-saving potential, rear AEB appears to save many drivers from the expense and inconvenience of being involved in a fender bender, according to research recently updated by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI). In fact, rear AEB stood out in the agency’s yearly compilation of its research into crash avoidance technology.

CHP Announces $27 Million Grant

January 4, 2021 | Edward Smith

$27 Million to Combat Impaired Driving

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) announced on December 29, 2020, that it has close to $27 million available in grant funds to go toward assisting local communities in the fight against impaired driving.

Falling Machinery Destroys Worker’s Leg

January 1, 2021 | Edward Smith

County Worker in Texas Suffers Devastating Injury

A worker employed by a public works agency in Falls County, Texas, sustained a life-changing injury to his leg when a piece of machinery weighing more than one ton fell on him, crushing his lower leg. The machinery was designed to attach to a large front loader tractor to spray water used during the removal and crushing of old asphalt road surfaces. The injury resulted in a personal injury lawsuit filed in federal court in Texas that went to trial before a jury earlier this year.

Medicare Approves Acupuncture for Chronic Low Back Pain

December 24, 2020 | Edward Smith

What is Acupuncture?

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) says that acupuncture can treat lower back and neck pain symptoms in addition to knee pain and discomfort related to osteoarthritis.