Motorcycle accidents can be life-threatening. In 2017, over 5,000 motorcyclists were killed in the United States. Even if a motorcycle accident doesn’t lead to a fatality, it can be life-changing. Motorcyclists are less protected than drivers, so injuries from accidents tend to be more severe. Medical bills after an accident can be extremely high. They […] Read more
After an accident, you may have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost income, emotional distress, and other damages. Hiring an experienced personal injury attorney to handle your case can make a huge difference in the ultimate success of your case. Turning to a lawyer for help can be the difference between a […] Read more
When you sustain an injury or suffer harm because of someone else’s behavior, that’s called a tort. You may be entitled to compensation under your state’s tort laws. That’s what personal injury lawyers specialize in – tort law. So, if you get hurt because of someone else’s negligent or wrongful actions, you’ll want to call […] Read more
No job is more demanding than being a mom. You put everyone else’s needs before your own. At the same time, you try to do everything you can to keep your babies and young children safe. In today’s ever-changing world, you’re probably bombarded with more information than you can handle about how to do that. […] Read more
For decades, John Barton sprayed Roundup weed killer on his farm just outside of Bakersfield. There were days when he’d lug a large, 200-foot hose around his property to apply it. Other times, he’d strap a container full of the pesticide to his back and spray it as he walked. At the end of the […] Read more
A recent early-morning Bakersfield car accident has claimed the life of a 22-year-old man and injured at least two others. According to reports, the car crashed into a utility pole near East Coma Loma Drive and Cottonwood Road. Police believe that alcohol may have contributed to the accident, which occurred shortly before 4 AM. The […] Read more
Bakersfield was recently named the seventh most dangerous city in the country for pedestrians. According to the report, there were 247 pedestrian deaths in Bakersfield over the last decade. City officials dispute the report, arguing that the study actually uses data for all of Kern County, not just Bakersfield. However, more than 100 pedestrians are […] Read more
Many commuters are choosing to ditch their cars in favor of a bicycle. While riding a bike is better for your health and the environment, it can also be dangerous. Dozens of bicyclists are injured and killed in Bakersfield every year. Despite recent efforts to provide safe conditions for bicyclists, fatal accidents continue to happen. […] Read more
