What are the symptoms of nerve damage?
After any car accident, it is important to seek a thorough examination from a qualified medical professional. Depending on the injury, car accident victims may not realize they sustained harm, or they may not connect the injury to the car collision. There are more than one hundred different types of nerve damage, ranging from mild […]
The Basic Steps of a Personal Injury Lawsuit
In personal injury law, there are many ways a person can suffer an injury through the negligence of someone else. It may involve a slip and fall, a car accident, an aggressive dog, or dozens of other ways. Regardless of the circumstances, the process of seeking restitution in a personal injury lawsuit usually follows these […]
Ask a Lawyer: What is the difference between wrongful death and survival actions?
Dear Harsh Law: What is the difference between wrongful death and survival actions? Dear Potential Client: We understand that the loss of a loved one is never easy. Such an event can become increasingly harder when someone dies because of negligent or careless actions of another. When someone dies because of someone else’s negligent behavior, […]
Ask a Lawyer: Who can I sue after being a passenger in a rideshare (uber/lyft) that was in an accident?
Dear Harsh Law: Who can I sue after being a passenger in a rideshare (uber/lyft) that was in an accident? Dear Potential Client: Excellent question. If you were a passenger in a rideshare vehicle and the vehicle was involved in an accident, there are now multiple parties involved. Ridesharing is becoming increasingly popular. Companies such […]
Ask a Lawyer: Do dashboard cameras affect my claim?
Dear Harsh Law: Do dashboard cameras affect my claim? When it is legal to include it as evidence? Dear Potential Client: While less popular in the United States than in many other countries, dashboard cameras, more commonly known as dashcams, are becoming increasingly popular in California – especially among commercial drivers and motorcyclists. Dashcams are […]
Ask a Lawyer: What is a Personal Injury Claim?
Dear Harsh Law: How do I know if I have a personal injury claim and what should I know before speaking to a lawyer? Dear Potential Client: Accidents happen all the time and determining if you have a valid personal injury claim is not always simple. For this reason, you should always consult with a […]
Reckless Driving Common Questions
Reckless driving and car crashes Everyone on the road in California has a right to be safe. Unfortunately, reckless drivers may cause severe vehicle collisions that result in serious injuries to themselves and others with whom they are sharing the road. What is considered “reckless driving” in the law? When a driver fails to use […]
Break. Check.
In California, automobile accidents related to brake checking are on the rise. Brake checking is an illegal action. The person in front of you, in a brake checking situation, suddenly slams on their brakes. They do this to surprise you, to agitate you, and sometimes it’s to intentionally cause an accident. Regardless of where you […]
Steps of a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Dear Harsh Law: I got injured while shopping at a commercial facility and don’t feel like the settlement offer I received from their insurance company was adequate. While I am not expecting a huge amount, I think the best course of action at this point is to have a lawyer represent me. If I were […]
How Long Will My Auto Accident Case Take To Settle or Win?
If you’ve been hurt because of someone else’s negligence and are considering bringing a lawsuit, you’re probably wondering how long your case will last. It is important to stress that every case is different. However, there are several elements that can influence the length of your case. Many simple cases may be resolved in as […]