7 Costly Mistakes to Avoid in a California Personal Injury Case When you have been hurt in some kind of accident, you may not be sure what you should do next. If your injury is the result of another party’s negligence, you should know that you may be entitled to financial compensation, so it’s extremely…
Injured in a Car Wreck? Here’s What to Do Next According to the latest data collected by the California Highway Patrol, nearly 270,000 people were injured as a result of traffic collisions in 2019. Over 3,400 automobile accidents turned fatal. The truth is that a car accident can happen to anyone, at any time, no…
Involved in a Red Light Accident? Have you experienced an injury due to a driver running a red light? These accidents are all too common today, with approximately 1,000 injury crashes occurring at signalized intersections every single day in the United States. On average, someone runs a red light every 20 minutes in the…
Medical Malpractice Law Changes for 2023 Have you heard about the new medical malpractice law changes for 2023? It’s important to stay in the know in case you ever experience a medical malpractice injury. In this blog, we’ll explore these changes, what constitutes medical malpractice, and when you should consult with a lawyer. What Is…
Has COVID-19 Increased the Risk of Elder Abuse? Elder abuse was a serious public health problem well before COVID-19 hit the United States; however, the outbreak has only intensified the risk for seniors. With many states still maintaining social distancing and other limitations, much of the elderly population has had to face the ongoing pandemic…
Injured in a Red Light Accident? Call us now! Red light runners cause countless accidents every year here in the state of California. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 846 people lost their lives in crashes caused by red light running in just the year 2018 alone. It is an extremely dangerous practice…
Common Signs of Bad Nursing Homes When you make the decision to place a loved one in a nursing home, you put a lot of trust in the facility and its caregivers. You expect them to treat your loved one with the care, respect, and dignity they deserve at this stage of their life. Unfortunately,…
Hit by a Reckless Driver? We Can Help! According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 26% of traffic all fatalities resulted from the speeding of reckless drivers in 2017. Reckless driving behaviors like speeding and distracted driving increase the danger that you and your family faces on the road. When you get into…
Kyle Jones & Moneywise: A One-Stop-Shop I’m fortunate to practice in Bakersfield where we have a host of local, independent resources available to assist my clients. One such resource is Moneywise Wealth Management, with whom I have a long-standing professional relationship. Their financial advisory team consists of David Anderson, Sherod Waite, Garro Ellis, Kris Pelster…
Parties are one of the best things about the holidays. But unfortunately too much celebrating leads to an increase in people thinking they’re ok to drive when they’re not. As a personal injury attorney in Bakersfield, I see the devastation that happens to families who are victims of drunk drivers. So, this holiday season, please…
