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Don't Try to Cheat the Workers' Compensation System

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:13:00 GMT

This is a true story. In 2005, a triathlete was participating in a race. While he was doing the swimming portion of the contest, state troopers showed up looking for him. The troopers waited by the athlete’s bike and arrested him as he came out of the water. His crime…insurance fraud.

Beautiful Yet Dangerous Drives

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:02:00 GMT

California is home to some of the most scenic highways in the nation. But according to Mark Sedenquist and Megan Edwards, as well as Marree Forbes and Robert Dolezal, author of The Most Scenic Drives in America: 120 Spectacular Road Trips, California is also home to some very dangerous roads as well.

It Pays to Be Patient

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:27:00 GMT

Oftentimes, after being injured in a serious accident, your first instinct may be to put the whole thing – the trauma, the stress, the pain and suffering – behind you by entering into a “quick” settlement with the insurance company.

Free Auto Accident and Workers' Compensation Information

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:51:00 GMT

In the first article I wrote for this legal blog, I stated, “The purpose of this blog is to provide information that can help you protect your legal rights.”

So it gives me great pleasure to announce the availability of three handbooks on auto accidents and workers' compensation I think you’ll find very helpful. To download all of them, click here then fill out the fields in the box on the right side of the page. They’re yours for free.

The Financial Benefits of Hiring an Accident Attorney After a Car Accident.

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Let's assume for a moment you've been injured in an auto accident. There's probably a part of you that may be thinnking you can handle the situation on your own; that your auto insurance company will treat you fairly.

Protecting the People Whose Job it Is to Protect Us.

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:13:00 GMT

There have been two instances recently where California Highway Patrol officers were killed in the line of duty.

In both events, unsafe driving by individuals caused the officers’ fatalities.

3 Things to Help Keep You Safe During the July 4th Weekend.

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:32:00 GMT

The July 4^th weekend is almost here. Time for fireworks, barbecues, and traveling. But before you hit the highway, here are three things to keep in mind:

What to do After an Auto Accident: 6 More Common Myths and Facts.

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:43:00 GMT

Recently, I shared some common myths and facts that could help you if you’re injured as a driver or passenger in an auto accident. Here are six more.

What to do After an Auto Accident: 5 Common Myths and Facts.

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:35:00 GMT

An auto accident can dramatically change your life. You could be injured and/or in pain for a very long time. You must deal with the insurance company. You may miss work. And not least of all, your car needs to be repaired at once.

To assist you through this challenging time, here are a few facts that can help protect your legal rights as well as save you time, money, and frustration.

Remember: If you’re in an auto accident, you have the right to seek legal representation

9 Workers’ Compensation Terms You Need to Know

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:33:00 GMT

The workers’ compensation system can be difficult for anyone to figure out. One reason for this is the unique words and terms that are used throughout the workers’ compensation system. If you’ve been hurt on the job, it’s critical that you learn and understand these terms. Here are just a few you need to know.