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Personal Injury Lawyers Assisting with Construction Accidents Construction accidents are likely to lead to serious injury.  Construction workers are surrounded by dangerous conditions daily and must use extreme caution to ensure the safety of not only themselves, but of those working around them.  However, proper care is not always observed and the results are often dire.  Construction accidents have left victims suffering from serious injuries, including dismemberment, brain injuries from serious falls, burns, broken bones, and a host of other debilitating injuries.  If you were injured in a construction accident, your first line of defense is to hire an experienced personal injury lawyer to represent you in your claim. Do I Have a Claim? In order to recover compensation for a construction accident, you must be able to show that the accident was the result of someone else’s negligence.  Negligent behavior on a construction site can be exhibited by coworkers,…

Contact a Bicycle Accident Attorney for the Help You Need Bicycle accident can be severe and even fatal. Legal issues in bicycle accidents can be different than the issues in car accidents, so these cases demand the assistance of a bicycle accident attorney with knowledge in this field of bicycle accidents law. Although bicycle accidents can occur because of manufacturing defects of the bicycle, negligently-maintained premises, or unsafe road conditions, many bicycle accidents occur after a collision with another vehicle on the road. Riding your bicycle should not be dangerous. Whether you ride your bike to work, you ride for exercise or you simply ride for pleasure, you should not have to worry about other people putting you in harm’s way. Unfortunately, as our bicycle accident lawyers know all too well, this is not the case. Bicycle accidents are common, and they often leave riders suffering from severe traumatic injuries….

A Fender Bender Attorney May Be Needed after an Accident Fender benders are a part of life. Someone who doesn’t get into a minor car accident sometime in their life probably doesn’t drive. So when you do have that inevitable fender bender, remember that you should always get the other person’s information. Always. If you don’t you may very well live to regret it. If there is damage to your car or if you have a minor injury, you may want to consider contacting a car accident law firm — especially since firms like the BANA LAW offer free consultations.  Why Won’t the Other Driver Give Me Their Information after a Car Accident? If another driver seems reluctant to provide his identifying information there is probably a good reason he or she doesn’t want you to know who they are. One of the most common reasons a driver may want…

Our Attorneys Understand the Ins and Outs of Navigating Auto Insurance Claims After a Crash When you have suffered an injury in a car accident, regardless the extent of the injuries, eventually the adjuster for the insurance company will be in touch with you. Once the insurance adjuster has carefully analyzed all the evidence in the case, they are going to present you with a settlement offer. There are ways to reject the offer so you can fight for the amount you feel your deserve, so never accept that first offer. After receiving a settlement offer, your first step should be to speak with respected car accident lawyers.  Understanding the Car Accident Settlement Process in California The goal of the insurance company is to make you settle for the smallest possible amount while hanging on to that cash as long as they can. Every day the money is in the…

Understanding Fault and Liability with the Help of the Personal Injury Team at BANA LAW, PC  At Banafashe Law, we have decades of experience representing clients in a range of personal injury litigation cases ranging from motor vehicle accident disputes to product liability disputes and more. Unlike many of our competitors, we are committed to truly client-oriented service — as advocates, we understand the importance of having the client involved at every stage of the process, and as such, we engage closely with the client and maintain open lines of communication in an effort to identify their unique goals, issues and limitations (and how that will impact the underlying litigation strategy). A key limitation is knowing who you can sue and how fault will be calculated. The information below outlines the various principles in California Law. Don’t try to learn it all, though–contact an experienced firm of personal injury lawyers…

Personal Injury Lawyer Dedicated to the Victims Who Need Us Most Personal injury claims are among the most common, particularly for first-time plaintiffs who might not otherwise engage the litigation process. Though your personal injury claim may seem “straightforward” at first glance, there are a multitude of complexities and challenges that you are likely to encounter as litigation advances — for example, you may struggle to impose liability on multiple defendants who each disclaim responsibility for the injuries at-issue. If you have a potential injury claim in California, a personal injury lawyer at our firm can help. Here at BANA LAW, we are patient, compassionate litigators who are well-aware of the challenges faced by plaintiffs as they pursue their claims. We strive to simplify the issues and keep our clients engaged throughout the process so that they are always informed about their litigation strategy and subsequent case developments. Ready to discuss…

Let Our Wrongful Death Attorney Help During Your Time of Grief Losing a loved one can have a significant impact on the entire family. Wrongful death lawsuits respond to the tragic, unnecessary death of a loved one caused by the negligent or intentional behavior of an individual or corporation. Such personal injury lawsuits allow family members and loved ones to seek financial compensation for their loss, which can help to alleviate the burden of funeral costs and other incurred expenses. Though it may be difficult to work through your sorrow, it is important to contact a wrongful death attorney if you’ve recently lost a loved one at the hands of someone else. Doing so will ensure you receive the economic support necessary to begin the healing process and secure your financial future. Wrongful Death Caused by Negligence and Intentional Harm An individual or corporation that fails to take adequate care…

Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyer for Trucking Accidents The proliferation of large commercial vehicles to transport goods across the nation has increased the occurrence of catastrophic truck accidents. Because these vehicles — like 18-wheelers and tractor trailers — are uncharacteristically large, they have significant blind spots and generally lack the ability to stop at a moment’s notice to avoid an accident. Moreover, commercial vehicle drivers are often subjected to lengthy, deadline-driven delivery routes, which increases the likelihood of negligence on the road. If you’ve been involved in an accident with a commercial vehicle, our commercial vehicle accident lawyer can help you assess your damages and recover for your losses. Understanding Negligence in California Commercial Trucking Accidents Because of their size and scale, truck accidents often cause more serious injuries, resulting in significant medical costs and lost wages while the victim recovers. These accidents can also become a burden on family and…

Let Our Truck Accident Attorneys Help You Get the Just Compensation You Deserve  The advent of technology and e-commerce has catapulted the online retail industry. However, with so many more delivery drivers on the road in California, the likelihood of truck accidents has also increased. Amazon, UPS, FedEx and other retailers can have thousands of drivers on the road each day, delivering millions of items to shoppers located all over the country. These drivers are held to strict deadlines and delivery times, increasing the probability of reckless driving that can lead to an accident. Furthermore, many delivery drivers are flex workers and are not adequately trained as professional drivers.That said, it is imperative to speak with skilled truck accident attorneys as soon as possible after your accident in order to maximize your compensation.    An accident can easily occur if drivers are not properly vetted and trained or if they…

Let Our Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys Help You Navigate Life After an Accident Spinal injuries overwhelm victims with severe chronic pain, numbness and tingling, paralysis and even death. If you are dealing with such injuries, you must speak with a highly-skilled spinal cord injury attorney as soon as possible after the accident. As one of the most vital organs in the human body, a spinal injury can increase the risk of sustained physical and psychological trauma and require extensive long-term medical care. Approximately 50 percent of all spinal cord injuries that occur in the United States each year are the result of a car accident; however, injuries also result from slip and falls, workplace accidents, dangerous conditions, hazardous property, defective products or unsuitable working conditions. In these instances, negligence is usually at play, and the negligent party will likely be required to compensate victims for their financial and physical suffering. Working with…