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A Driver Fatigue Lawyer Explains Sleep Driving and Fatigued Driving Driving while fatigued is a dangerous act that can cause serious safety issues for other drivers on the roadway. Drowsy driving can cause serious car accidents and injuries to be sustained. In fact, hundreds of people a year are killed in crashes related to driving while fatigued. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 25 drivers surveyed in a CDC study reported that they had fallen asleep while driving in the past 30 days. Fatigued driving, also known as drowsy driving, can impair a driver’s ability to drive safely similar to how drunk driving substantially impairs an intoxicated driver ability to drive safely. Being awake for 24 hours is similar to having a blood alcohol content of .10%, well over the legal limit.  If you were injured in an accident by a driver who was fatigued…

Let BANA LAW Help After a Car Accident Involving an Out-of-State Driver If you have been injured in a car accident involving an out-of-state driver, it’s important to understand that your case may have some unique challenges. That said, you can still pursue a claim for compensation against the at-fault driver. An experienced car accident attorney can overcome whatever challenges you may face and help you get the compensation you need to rebuild your life.  The Challenges of Accidents Involving Out-of-State Drivers Here are some of the challenges you face if you have been injured in an accident caused by an out-of-state driver: The other driver may be difficult to locate or communicate with once they return to their home state The other driver may be uninsured or underinsured If you need to file a lawsuit, it may be difficult to serve the other driver with the suit and subsequent…

Eye Injury Attorney for Accidents Leading to Vision Loss When people are severely injured in serious accidents, we immediately think of a spinal cord or brain injury. Unfortunately, we often overlook eye injuries and vision loss, injuries that can be just as life-changing as any other. In order to get compensation, however, you need someone on your side who will fight for your rights. An eye injury attorney from BANA LAW, PC can help you rebuild your life, regardless of whether the injury results in permanent or temporary vision loss.  Common Causes of Eye Injuries in California Accident victims can suffer an eye injury or loss of vision in almost any type of accident. However, some of the most common eye injuries are caused by the following:  Brain injuries Defective products Burns, explosions, or exposure to chemicals Construction site and industrial accidents Slip and fall accidents Car, truck, motorcycle, and…

Train Accident Attorneys Explain Railroad Accidents & Injuries Trains transport millions of people and tons of cargo across the country daily. Unfortunately, train accidents occur often. Examples of train accidents include, for example, trains hitting automobiles and other vehicles at railroad crossings, train derailments, trains hitting pedestrians, as well trains hitting other trains on the track. When a train accident occurs, many people are often injured including train operators and employees, passengers, and innocent bystanders.  The experienced train accident attorneys at BANA LAW, PC represent injured train passengers as well as workers. Our attorneys are experienced in train accident litigation. Contact our office today to discuss your rights and options available to recover the compensation you deserve for the injuries you sustained from a train accident.  Common Causes of Train Accidents Train accidents occur for a variety of different reasons such as: Negligence of drivers on the road. Sometimes drivers…

Hearing Loss Attorney for Injuries to the Ear  Many people don’t realize that hearing loss is a common injury suffered by accident victims until it happens to them. Whether temporary or permanent, partial or total, damage to your hearing can have a significant impact on your daily life. If you have suffered hearing loss as a result of an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. A hearing loss lawyer from BANA LAW, PC can evaluate your claim and help you understand your options.  Accidents That Can Cause Hearing Loss Accidents that involve a sudden blow or jolt to the head can result in hearing loss. Here are some examples of accidents that commonly result in hearing loss: Motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents Pedestrian and bicycle accidents Construction site and other workplace accidents Slip and fall accidents  Airbags and Hearing Loss Hearing loss is common…

Why is Driving in Los Angeles So Dangerous?  People flock to Los Angeles and call the City of Angels home for a number of reasons, including the lifestyle, the weather, the beach, the culture and the thriving local economy.  Not on that list is the notorious L.A. traffic, which can make your commute or evening joyride an aggravating and time-consuming experience. Congestion, severe weather, road work, poor conditions and driver mistakes can wreak havoc on your daily commute. Nearly 5.4 million cars, 1 million trucks and 125,000 motorcycles traverse Los Angeles County’s 22,000 miles of road, accounting for 221.8 million miles of travel within county lines every day.  Unfortunately, an estimated 80 percent of major roadways in the metro area have fallen into disrepair. Combined with a rise in aggressive, distracted and intoxicated driving, motorists and passengers are perhaps at more risk than ever before, which is why it is…

Common Types Accidents a Big Rig Accident Attorney Can Help You With Because they are so much larger and heavier than other vehicles on the road, truck accidents commonly result in severe injuries and sometimes even death. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you need a big rig accident attorney who understands the different types of truck accidents and the challenges presented by each. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, and the sooner you contact a lawyer, the better chance you have of a successful claim.  About Oversized Truck Accidents in California Similar to unsecured loads, oversized trucks also present unique hazards to other drivers on the road. Oversized trucks have specific regulations that they must follow to ensure that they are being operated safely. When they fail to follow these regulations and cause an accident company, the trucking company or the driver may…

Paralysis Lawyer Helping You Rebuild Your Life Whether partial or total, temporary or permanent, an accident that results in paralysis can change your life forever. And even if you have health or disability insurance, you need to understand that they will not cover all of your losses. If your accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for all of your monetary losses as well as your pain and suffering. You need a paralysis lawyer who can help you get the compensation you need to rebuild your life.  Common Causes of Paralysis After Accidents Damage to the spinal cord, brain or nerves are often the most common causes of paralysis. Almost any accident can result in paralysis, but here are some of the most common:  Bicycle accidents Construction site accidents Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents Slip and fall accidents  Spinal cord or nerve damage may also…

Aviation Accident Lawyer for Airplane Crashes, Helicopter Accidents and More  Most people will go their entire lives without being involved in an airplane accident, but crashes can and do happen. The risk is particularly acute for passengers on smaller, private planes for which severe weather and pilot mistakes can be a recipe for disaster. At BANA LAW, we represent people injured in airplane crashes and the families of people taken too soon as the result of a fatal accident. We are seasoned personal injury lawyers with decades of combined experience helping people get the full compensation available under the law. Our aviation accident lawyers understand the pain and stress that comes with a plane crash, whether you have been injured in the accident or are a family member of an injured person. That is why we fight aggressively to build the strongest possible cases for the people that we represent…

Amusement Park Accident Lawyer for Families Every year, thousands of people are injured while attending amusement parks. These injuries can range from neck and whiplash injuries to broken bones, and often result in injured children. Unfortunately, the companies that own these amusement parks are skilled at denying claims, making it nearly impossible for non-lawyers to get the compensation they need to make a full recovery. If you or your child has been injured while at an amusement park, an amusement park accident lawyer can help you build your case and pursue your claim.  Who Is Liable for Your Injuries at a California Theme Park? Amusement park accidents can be complicated because it isn’t always clear who may be at fault. Depending on the nature and circumstances surrounding your accident, one or more of the following parties may be at fault:  The owner of the amusement park The managing agent or…