Oakland Personal Injury Law Blog
How COVID-19 Impacts DUI Risk
DUI arrests have dropped this year for a few reasons, all tied to COVID-19. According to California Highway Patrol data, DUI arrests through April 30, 2020, dropped by nearly 42% compared to the same time period in 2019. Stay-at-home orders and the shutdown of bars...
How to Stay Cool During a Heat Wave + Bad Air Quality
The smoky air caused by a string of wildfires has made the ongoing heat wave feel even worse. Add a pandemic, and you have a recipe for one miserable summer. Have faith. We have made it through devastating wildfires and unbearable heat waves before, and we will again....
Which high-visibility color should you wear on your walk?
Each year, nearly 300 pedestrians sustain some type of injury in motor vehicle accidents in the Oakland area. Many of these injuries occur on cloudy days or during inclement weather. While city leaders have a comprehensive plan for keeping pedestrians safe, you must...
How to pick a bicycle helmet that protects your safety
Every time you ride your bicycle, especially in heavy traffic, you run the risk of getting into an injurious or even fatal accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that in 2018 in the U.S., 857 bicyclists died in accidents. Wearing the right...
Back-to-School Road Safety Tips for 2020
Back-to-school time doesn’t look the same this year, but we still have to drive extra safe. Follow these driving best practices during back-to-school season.
How to Vacation Safely During COVID-19
Here are a few ways to enjoy a summer vacation or staycation during COVID-19, and how to do so safely.
Personal Injury Legal Services During COVID-19
The health and well being of our clients, visitors and staff are top priority during the COVID-19 emergency. That’s why, although we continue to take new cases and resolve existing cases, we’re doing things much differently.
What are common causes of bicycle accidents?
There are many people who ride bicycles around the Bay area. Some ride them as their primary mode of transportation and use them to get to work or go shopping. Others ride them in order to get exercise or simply enjoy the outdoors. However, no matter what reason...
Watch “Salute”: Because A Stand Taken 52 Years Ago Still Matters Today
What happened at the 1968 Olympics is just as important today. Here’s why.
Should Nursing Homes Be Immune From Liability During COVID-19?
Nursing homes are hot spots for COVID-19. However, some states are protecting nursing homes from liability, allowing neglect and medication mismanagement to continue without punishment. Here’s what you can do to help keep your loved ones safe.
