North County Injury Blog

Many people in Vista, and residents of Southern California more broadly, know that age can sometimes be a factor in motor vehicle collisions. Yet when most of us think about the connection between a driver’s age and their auto accident risk, we think about teenagers who are inexperienced behind the wheel and may be more…

Whether you and your family are swimming in a pool or the ocean in Carlsbad or another location in Southern California, it is important to understand the seriousness of drowning risks. In addition to drowning risks, you should also learn more about the different types of drowning — drowning, as well as dry drowning or…

Who is at fault when a sexual assault occurs in Oceanside or elsewhere in Southern California? Obviously, it may be possible to file a claim against the perpetrator of the assault in addition to any criminal charges that occur, but in some cases, third parties can also be liable. Indeed, sexual assaults occur with an…

Are the vehicle type and its safety features (or lack thereof) to blame when a collision results in a fatality in San Clemente, or should we be placing a greater emphasis on the behavior of the driver who causes the accident? Numerous studies have addressed injury risks in smaller vehicles, suggesting that it is more…

While the weather is relatively warm in Valley Center and in Southern California throughout the year, the summer months can be particularly hot. According to a recent study in Scientific Reports, dog bites and animal attacks may be more likely to occur when the weather is particularly warm. The study’s findings suggest that not only…

Sports-related concussions in Rancho Bernardo need to be taken extremely seriously, whether they impact minors or adults, and whether they are a first-time injury or a subsequent concussion. Concussions are mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). While they might be described as “mild” in comparison with more moderate or severe forms of head trauma, they are…

Bicyclists in Poway and throughout Southern California are often at risk of serious and deadly injuries in collisions involving negligent motorists. While San Diego County and Los Angeles County, for example, have taken some steps to address the high rate of bicycle injuries and deaths, such as adding new bike lanes, cyclists in Southern California…

After a motor vehicle crash in Escondido caused by a drunk driver or a drugged driver, is it a given that the intoxicated driver was at fault for the accident? In many (and even most) cases, the answer is yes, but sometimes complications can arise. Our Escondido car accident lawyers can explain. Negligence and Alcohol…

Motor vehicle collisions in San Marcos and throughout San Diego County can be devastating, and even a relatively minor crash with limited injuries can prevent you from returning to work for weeks, months, or even longer. After a car accident caused by another motorist or another party, you may be wondering if you are eligible…

As the end of the school year approaches and people plan vacations in Encinitas and throughout Southern California, it is important to understand the types of injury risks that exist for guests of all ages and the ways in which hotels, motels, and other resorts or vacation rentals can be liable in the event of…