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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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Who Can Be Liable for Boat Accident Injuries?

Just like with motor vehicles, serious accidents that involve watercraft can lead to equally serious injuries. Victims of boating accidents can suffer traumatic head and brain injuries, bone fractures, soft tissue injuries, and even death by drowning. In some cases, these accidents occur because a boat operator is negligent under the circumstances. At other times, however, boating accidents happen because of product defects on the watercraft itself or from failure to maintain the watercraft. If you have suffered an injury in a boating accident, it is important that you seek legal representation in your case as soon as possible after your injury. The San Francisco boating accident lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. are ready to help you with your personal injury case today. Ways in Which Boat Operators Cause Accidents on Waterways Just like the operators of motor vehicles on roadways, boat operators owe a duty of care to their passengers, as well as to other boaters who are operating their watercraft in the water. Specifically, they have a duty to operate their watercraft in a safe, careful, and reasonable manner at all times – and in accordance with all applicable boating regulations. However, in some instances, boat operators fail to act reasonably under the circumstances, and they bring about a collision with another watercraft or with a stationary object in the water. One of the ways in which boat operators are negligent is by failing to operate their watercraft safely. For example, they may exceed the posted speed limit for watercraft or operate their boat in an aggressive or erratic manner. At other times, boaters might operate their watercraft while they are distracted, such as by focusing their attention on a cell phone or another electronic device when they should be operating their boat safely. Finally, boaters can be negligent on the water when they engage in intoxicated or drugged watercraft operation. In addition to operating their watercraft carefully and safely, boat operators have a duty to ensure that walkways, decks, seating areas, and other areas of the boat are properly maintained at all times. This includes making sure that passenger areas are kept free of debris and large puddles of water that could result in slip and fall accidents. Specifically, boat owners have a responsibility to warn about known dangerous hazards on the watercraft and/or to repair them or correct them within a reasonable period of time. Failing to do so can lead to significant accidents and injuries for those who are on board the watercraft. If a boat passenger suffers an injury on deck or on some other area of the boat, and this can be traced to poor boat maintenance and/or repair work, then the accident victim could file a claim or lawsuit against the boat operator and/or the owner of the watercraft. If you have been injured as a passenger in a boating accident, you could bring a claim or lawsuit against the operator of your watercraft if he or she was behaving in a negligent manner. Similarly, if the operator of another watercraft was engaging in negligent boat operation, you could bring a claim against him or her as well. As part of your claim, you could seek monetary compensation not only for your injuries, but also for the pain, suffering, and inconvenience that you had to endure as a result of injuries you suffered in the accident. Ways in Which Others Can be Responsible for a Boating Accident and Resulting Injuries Negligent boat operators are not the only ones who can be responsible for boat accidents and the resulting injuries. In some instances, boats and boat parts are defectively manufactured and surfaces are not slip-resistant, resulting in serious accidents and injuries on-board the watercraft. At other times, boat components, such as steering mechanisms and braking systems, are not manufactured or designed in the proper manner, leading to an accident. When that is the case, you might be able to bring a claim or lawsuit against the manufacturer of a boat or boat part. In addition, or in the alternative, you could bring a claim or lawsuit against another entity in the chain of distribution. Boat manufacturers have a duty to ensure that boat parts, components, and the entire boat itself, are properly manufactured in a safe and careful manner. Manufacturers must also ensure that everything is tested prior to being made available for purchase by the public. Manufacturers also have a duty to ensure that they comply with all of the necessary industry standards when designing a watercraft. When manufacturers and designers take shortcuts in the hopes of saving money, and a serious boat accident occurs as a result, the manufacturer or designer of the watercraft could be liable for any resulting injuries sustained. Filing a Claim If you have been injured as a passenger on a boat because of someone else’s carelessness or negligence, you might be able to file a claim against the responsible person or entity’s insurance company. In order to be successful, there are several legal elements that you will need to establish. First, you must be able to demonstrate that the boat owner/operator owed you a duty of care, that he or she violated that duty of care, and that as a result, you suffered one or more injuries or damages. In some instances, it might be necessary to retain an expert to assist with proving that a boat operator or some other individual/entity was negligent under the circumstances. An accident victim typically begins the claims-filing process when he or she submits a settlement demand package to the insurance company. Specifically, the accident victim will include copies of any incident report or reports that were prepared, along with all pertinent medical records, medical bills, and lost wage documentation. Once the insurance company reviews all of the pertinent documentation, an adjuster might make an offer to settle the case. In many instances, it will take several rounds of negotiations before the insurance company will offer the accident victim monetary compensation that is worth accepting. In fact, it might take filing a lawsuit and litigating the case before the insurance company will increase its offer to a reasonable amount. Speak to a San Francisco Boating Accident Lawyer Today The legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. is ready to assist you with handling your boating accident case. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco boating accident attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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SAN FRANCISCO BICYCLE INJURIES LAWYER

HELPING INDIVIDUALS IN SAN FRANCISCO PURSUE COMPENSATION FOR BICYCLE ACCIDENT INJURIES Riding a bicycle in and around San Francisco can be an extremely fun and enjoyable activity. However, it also poses certain risks and dangers. One of the inherent risks associated with riding a bicycle anywhere is that bicycles offer their riders extremely limited protection. With the exception of their bicycle helmets, riders do not have an outer shell or other protective covering to serve as a buffer between themselves and the ground. If the cyclist is involved in a collision with another vehicle and the cyclist falls off the bicycle and onto the ground, he or she could suffer extremely serious injuries in the accident. Even when a bicyclist wears a helmet, the helmet could crack in an accident, and the cyclist might still suffer one or more serious injuries. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, the San Francisco bicycle injury lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. are here to help. Our legal team will determine who or what caused your accident and could assist you with pursuing monetary compensation from the at-fault driver and/or the driver’s motor vehicle insurance company. Please speak with us today to find out more about how we can help you pursue monetary compensation in your bicycle accident case. TYPES OF INJURIES SUFFERED IN BICYCLE ACCIDENTS Bicycle accidents on highways and other roadways in and around San Francisco can lead to a myriad of serious injuries. The type, nature, and extent of the injuries sustained depends upon a variety of factors, including the speed of the other vehicle(s), the force of the impact, the location of the impact, and whether or not the cyclist fell off the bicycle and struck the ground during the accident. Some of the most common injuries that victims of bicycle accidents can suffer include the following: Fractures and broken bonesTraumatic brain and head injuriesBack injuries (including the various forms of full and partial paralysis)Soft tissue injuriesInternal organ damageDeathIf you have been injured in a bicycle accident that occurred in San Francisco, a knowledgeable attorney can determine your eligibility to file a claim or lawsuit for damages. If you can prove that another driver or someone else caused your accident, you might be eligible to pursue and recover various types of monetary damages. Those potential damages include payment of your related medical bills and lost wages, along with compensation for your inconvenience and pain, and suffering. CONTACT A SAN FRANCISCO BICYCLE INJURIES LAWYERIf you have been injured in a bicycle accident that occurred because of another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or negligence, the experienced legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. is ready and willing to help. We will work hard to pursue financial compensation on your behalf by way of a settlement, favorable jury verdict, or favorable arbitration award in your case. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco bicycle injuries attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU HAVE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

WHEN A LOVED ONE’S DEATH COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED, IT MAKES DEALING WITH THE LOSS EVEN HARDER. IF YOU LOST A LOVED ONE IN AN ACCIDENT THAT WAS CAUSED BY ANOTHER PERSON’S MALICE, NEGLIGENCE, OR WRONGFUL ACT, A SAN FRANCISCO WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER COULD HELP. Losing a loved one is never an easy experience, no matter the circumstances. But if you lost your loved one in an accident that could have been prevented, the loss can be even more difficult to deal with and accept. When people lose their loved ones completely unexpectedly, they are often unsure of what they should do and where they should turn to obtain the sense of justice and financial assistance they need and deserve. If you have lost a loved one in an accident that resulted from the malice, negligence, or recklessness of another person, you have legal options. The experienced and compassionate San Francisco wrongful death lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can help you determine if you might be eligible to file a California wrongful death claim. If so, we can assist you throughout every aspect of the claims-filing process. Although financial compensation can never truly substitute for the loss of a deceased loved one, it can bring about a sense of finality, justice, and closure. At The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc., you can rest assured that your wrongful death claim is in good hands and that we will zealously advocate for your legal interests and the interests of your deceased loved one. Please speak with us today to find out more about how we could assist you with bringing a wrongful death claim on behalf of your deceased loved one. INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE ELIGIBLE TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Several individuals are eligible to file California wrongful death claims following a loved one’s untimely death in an accident. Those individuals include the surviving spouse, children, or grandchildren of the individual who died in the accident. There are other individuals who might be able to file a California wrongful death claim under special circumstances – including the domestic partner of the deceased individual. A San Francisco wrongful death attorney will be able to determine your eligibility for filing a wrongful death claim in the State of California. PROVING A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN CALIFORNIA A surviving individual who files a wrongful death claim in the State of California has the burden of proving fault for the accident that led to the decedent’s untimely death and the resulting damages. Although the accidents which can lead to wrongful death – and the circumstances of each case – are oftentimes different, there are certain legal elements that a wrongful death claimant must be able to satisfy in each and every case. First, to be eligible to file a wrongful death claim in the first place, the death of the loved one must have occurred because of a wrongful action, inaction, or negligence on the part of someone else. For instance, if the deceased individual passed away as a result of injuries sustained at a car accident, truck accident, bicycle accident, or motorcycle accident, then the at-fault driver (and sometimes the owner) of the vehicle would be the likely defendant in any wrongful death claim or lawsuit that the claimant files. In addition to demonstrating a breach of the duty of care, a causal relationship must exist between the negligent action or inaction on the part of the defendant and the accident victim’s untimely death. Finally, the negligent or malicious act on the part of the at-fault individual or entity must have brought about certain damages. These potential damages include both economic damages and non-economic damages. Potential economic damages available in a California wrongful death action include funeral expenses, the decedent’s lost wages, and medical/hospital bills that the decedent had to incur prior to the time he or she passed away. Potential non-economic damages in a California wrongful death action include loss of the deceased individual’s affection, comfort, love, care, and attention. In addition, non-economic damages include loss of the deceased individual’s companionship and concern, as well as the moral support that the deceased individual provided to family members and other loved ones in his or her lifetime. FILING A WRONGFUL DEATH INSURANCE CLAIM OR LAWSUIT IN CALIFORNIA If you have lost a loved one in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you could file a wrongful death claim or lawsuit that involves a responsible individual or entity’s insurance company. In some wrongful death claims, assuming there is sufficient insurance coverage, the wrongful death claimant might be able to pursue and recover the full policy limits of coverage available under the insurance policy. At other times, the insurance company may try and limit its payout as much as possible. Insurance companies know that wrongful death claims can sometimes be difficult to prove since the decedent is no longer alive and available to testify in court about what happened. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation in a wrongful death claim, you have the option of filing a lawsuit against the responsible individual or entity. In that instance, your case will proceed through the litigation process and may wind up before a jury. If the case goes to a jury trial, the jury will decide the outcome of all disputed issues in the case, including the amount of damages (if any) to be paid. It is essential that you have a highly experienced litigator representing you in court, trying to settle your case pretrial or obtain a favorable jury verdict if your case goes to trial. SPEAK TO A COMPASSIONATE AND EXPERIENCED SAN FRANCISCO WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER TODAY The skilled legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can assist you with filing a wrongful death claim, and if necessary, bringing a wrongful death lawsuit in the appropriate state court. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco wrongful death attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today to learn more about how we could help you.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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San Francisco Sports Equipment Failures Lawyer

Helping Clients in San Francisco Hold Companies Responsible for Sports Equipment Injuries When people purchase or use a piece of sports equipment, they expect the equipment will work in the matter for which it was intended. In fact, sports equipment manufacturers and distributors have a duty to ensure that their products are properly inspected and designed prior to being made available to the public for use and purchase. When sports equipment is not manufactured or designed properly, the equipment can malfunction, resulting in significant consumer injuries. Consumers who are injured by defective sports equipment can suffer muscular sprains and strains, back injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic head and brain injuries, and broken bones. If you have been injured because a piece of sports equipment failed to work properly, you might be entitled to pursue monetary compensation and damages for your injuries. The experienced sports equipment failure lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. are here to help. Please give us a call today to discover more about how we could help you pursue a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Types of Sports Equipment Failures Sports equipment sometimes fails to work under certain circumstances. Defective pieces of sports equipment can include ice skates, fishing poles, baseball equipment, gym equipment, skis, snowboards, trampolines, paintball guns, basketball hoops, and bicycle helmets. These products sometimes fail to work under various circumstances. For example, a bicycle helmet might crack when a bicyclist falls to the ground in an accident. In addition, an exercise bicycle could tip over, a stair stepper could collapse, a pulley could fail on a piece of gym equipment, or a seat could collapse. When any of these equipment failures occur, the manufacturer or distributor of the product could potentially be liable for any injuries that the user sustains in the accident. Product Defects that Can Lead to Sports Equipment Failures There are various types of product defects that can lead to a sports equipment failure. In some instances, pieces of sports equipment are negligently or defectively manufactured, and shortcuts are taken in the manufacturing process. This might cause the piece of sports equipment to malfunction under certain circumstances — even when a person is using the equipment in the proper manner. At other times, sports equipment is defectively or cheaply designed, leading to product malfunctions and injuries. If the sports equipment user can prove that he or she suffered injuries due to a design defect, then the user might be eligible to recover monetary compensation and damages. An experienced San Francisco sports equipment failures attorney can review the circumstances of your accident and injuries and determine if you might be eligible to assert a claim. Your attorney could then file a claim on your behalf, and if a reasonable resolution is not reached, file a lawsuit in the California state court system for you. Contact an Experienced San Francisco Sports Equipment Failures Lawyer Today The experienced legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can help you pursue monetary compensation for injuries resulting from a sports equipment failure. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco sports equipment failures attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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Reasons Truck Drivers Might Lose Control of Their Trucks

When drivers lose control of their trucks, serious accidents and injuries can result. The injured accident victim could then file a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault truck driver and/or the trucking company that employs the driver. Large trucks, big rigs, and tractor-trailers frequent San Francisco roadways every day. The operators of these large trucks have a duty to drive in a reasonable, safe, and careful manner at all times. When truck drivers do not operate their large vehicles safely, they might lose control – resulting in a forceful collision with a smaller vehicle. When this happens, it is typically the driver and occupants of the smaller vehicle who suffer the more serious injuries in the accident. This is especially true if the truck is operating at a high rate of speed or down a hill just prior to the collision. Truck accidents can result in extremely serious injuries, including broken bones, traumatic head and brain injuries, neck injuries, back injuries, and paralysis injuries. If you have been injured in a truck accident where the truck driver lost control of his or her vehicle, then you might be in a position to file a claim or lawsuit against the negligent driver and/or the trucking company that employs the driver. The knowledgeable and experienced San Francisco truck accident lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can assist you with all aspects of your truck accident claim. Please speak with us today to learn more about how we can help. Ways that Truck Operators Can Lose Control of Their Vehicles Large trucks, eighteen-wheelers, and tractor-trailers can weigh many tons. The individual who is in charge of all of that tonnage is the truck operator. When truck drivers fail to operate their vehicles in a safe and careful manner, they may lose control and bring about a collision with another vehicle. One way that truck drivers can lose control of their vehicles is by failing to abide by California traffic laws, as well as state and federal motor carrier regulations that are in place. For example, when truck drivers exceed the speed limit – especially when they are going down a steep hill – their brakes could give out, and they might lose control of the truck. Moreover, when large trucks travel at a high rate of speed in wet weather conditions, their drivers may be unable to stop quickly due to hydroplaning. Truck drivers can also lose control of their vehicles when they try to negotiate a sharp turn at a high rate of speed. When they do this, the truck could roll over on its side or careen out of control, impacting another vehicle and causing the occupants to suffer serious injuries. Truck drivers and trucking companies are also responsible for making sure that the truck and trailer components are properly maintained at all times. This includes making sure that all steering and braking mechanisms are in their proper working order. When these systems malfunction, the truck driver might lose control of his or her vehicle and cause a collision. Finally, truck drivers can lose control of their vehicles when they engage in distracted driving. Distracted driving usually occurs when a truck operator uses an electronic device, such as a cellular phone or tablet, to send text messages or make phone calls while trying to drive. When a truck operator takes his or her eyes off the road, even for a split second, he or she could fail to notice a smaller vehicle and collide with it unexpectedly. If you or a person you love has been injured in a truck accident that occurred in one of these circumstances, a knowledgeable San Francisco truck accident lawyer can assist you with pursuing your claim for monetary compensation and damages. Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Truck Accident? When a San Francisco truck driver loses control of his or her vehicle while on the road – and an accident occurs – there are several individuals who could be held responsible. Obviously, the individual who is operating the truck at the time of the accident could be deemed liable for any resulting injuries. In order to prove that a truck driver is responsible for an accident, the accident victim has the burden of proof. The accident victim, therefore, must show that the truck driver was acting unreasonably under the circumstances. This usually means that the driver did something that a reasonable person would not have done, or failed to do something that a reasonable person would have done, under the circumstances. The truck driver, for example, might have grossly exceeded the posted speed limit or driven too fast for the weather conditions. In addition, the accident victim must show that the truck driver’s negligence led to the accident, which in turn led to his or her injuries and other damages. In addition to the negligent truck driver, the trucking company that employs the driver could also be deemed vicariously liable for the truck driver’s negligence under an agency theory. In addition, if the truck driver had a series of prior moving violations or a history of causing accidents, the trucking company could be liable for negligent hiring, retention, or supervision over the problematic truck driver. Finally, in some instances, large trucks careen out of control because of maintenance issues or defective parts. If the truck had recently been repaired and an expert can show that the truck accident likely occurred because of defective repair work, then the accident victim could file a claim or lawsuit against the repair facility, naming it as a defendant. In addition, truck drivers may lose control of their vehicles when steering columns and braking mechanisms are not designed properly. If an expert determines that negligent manufacturing or design work played a part in your accident, then you could potentially name the parts manufacturer or distributor as a defendant in your negligence claim. Call a Knowledgeable San Francisco Truck Accident Lawyer about Your Legal Matter Today The experienced legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc., is ready to assist you with pursuing monetary compensation for the injuries that you suffered in your truck accident. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco truck accident attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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Signs of An Injury After A Traffic Accident

Some injuries are obvious right after a traffic crash, while others manifest over time. Always seek medical attention after a collision and then speak with a San Francisco car accident lawyer as soon as possible about your rights. If you think you’re all clear after that first hospital visit following a traffic accident, think again. If you think your traffic accident doesn’t hurt that bad and you could simply walk it off, think again. If you think you can procrastinate on fighting for the accountability you deserve, think again. Delayed symptoms can onset well after a traffic accident, but you shouldn’t wait long after one to seek justice. Learn the common signs of a delayed traffic accident injury, and learn why you should consult with San Francisco car accident lawyers ASAP. Upper Body Pain If you feel soreness, numbness, or shooting pains around your upper body, don’t take them lightly. Head pain could be a sign of a concussion or traumatic brain injury, whilst neck, back, or upper body pain could be indicative of whiplash, a painful injury that occurs with rapid back movement common in rear-end car accidents. Whiplash typically heals in a few months, but a severe TBI can take years to recover from and linger with life-long effects. Research has associated even single, mild TBIs with an exacerbated risk of dementia, so do not hesitate to seek appropriate medical attention. Internal Bleeding Even if they aren’t excruciatingly painful, be mindful of any visible bruises that appear after a car accident, as those could be indicative of internal bleeding. If it’s around the back and the affected area is numb, then that could be a sign of a herniated disk spinal injury that could linger with chronic pain and limit your mobility in the long run. Also, no bruising doesn’t always mean no internal bleeding. If you feel extreme pain in the chest or abdomen, it could be nothing, or it could mean that you’re bleeding out without realizing it. Organs can puncture, rupture, or fail in the chest without any visible bruising present. Regardless of what it is, don’t shrug it off, and don’t take it lightly. Mental Distress After a traffic accident, you might be left with pretty apparent evidence of physical injuries that were inflicted in the crash But do you have a good handle on understanding the emotional damages that you’ll be left with after an accident? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that almost 40 percent of vehicle accident survivors will walk away struggling with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) in the aftermath of the crash. Though these types of wounds don’t leave physical scars, they’re still wounds that can potentially linger with lasting, life-altering consequences. While these effects don’t always onset immediately, you shouldn’t ignore them when they do appear. Choose Our San Francisco Car Accident Lawyers Serving clients across the Bay Area for over 60 years, our talented team of San Francisco car accident lawyers at The Cartwright Law Firm stands up for the rights of injured crash victims. As soon as your physical condition is stable, you should not hesitate to contact us to arrange a free case review.

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robertecartwright · 4 years ago

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Injuries That Often Need Surgery

The medical treatment plan for injuries will depend on the type and severity of your injury. When an injury requires surgery, it can increase your costs and recovery time. Learn about your rights to possible compensation from San Francisco personal injury lawyers today. You shouldn’t be forced to cover medical expenses alone if your injuries resulted from someone else’s negligence. If you suffered an accident that demands surgical treatment, you might be entitled to receive compensation and recoup your losses in a personal injury case. Learn more about the common accident injuries that demand surgical treatment, and learn more about how our San Francisco personal injury lawyers could help you cover those surgical bills. Soft Tissue/Organ Injuries Many accidents can result in the tearing of muscle tissue, ligaments, or, at worst, organ damage. The first two will painfully limit mobility. While they won’t open the skin or externally bleed, such soft tissue injuries can still inflict excruciating agony, permanent muscle damage, internal bleeding, and rare cases, death. Soft tissue injuries can inflict long-term suffering and demand a more extended treatment regimen. Vital organ ruptures or punctures, on the other hand, will inflict more immediate damage and require immediate medical treatment, including surgical repair. Compound Fracture Injuries A compound fracture refers to a particularly nasty bone break where the bone protrudes through the skin. This leads to excruciating pain, muscle damage, bleeding, and infection if not attended to right away. This demands immediate surgery to properly clean and close the wound, put the bone back into place, and potentially insert metal implants to hold the bone in place until the injury mends. Because of the need for emergency surgery, this can be a costly injury to treat. Catastrophic Injuries Aptly named, the medical definition of a catastrophic injury refers to severe damage to the skull, brain, or spinal cord, or an injury that causes the loss of use of a body part. Though not always fatal, such injuries are bound to drastically, devastatingly change a person’s life. Among other things besides death, such injuries can lead to: Permanent paralysis, disability, or loss of function Chronic back pain The need for lifetime care The need for assisted mobility devices Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and CTE Lost wages (if the disability impedes your work) Severe scarring, disfigurement, or amputation Brain damage or neurodegenerative conditions like dementia Between the surgeries and ongoing lifelong treatment costs these injuries demand, the final hospital bill will easily incur six figures at best and seven figures at worst. We hope you never have to suffer any injuries this severe, but fortunately, the party that caused your injuries can be liable for a lifetime’s worth of losses. Let Our San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyers Help For over six decades, The Cartwright Law Firm has fought for compensation for clients across the Bay Area. If you or a loved one in the area suffered an accidental injury that demands costly surgical treatment, our team of San Francisco personal injury lawyers could help you cover those expenses and hold the negligent parties accountable. Contact us today to learn more and arrange a free case review.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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What Causes Jackknife Crashes?

Many types of collisions can happen involving large commercial trucks, and one particularly dangerous type of accident is a jackknife crash. When this happens, it can often cause damage and injuries. Contact a San Francisco truck accident lawyer after an injury. Now, more than ever, during the COVID-19 pandemic, freight trucks, and 18-wheelers play a vital role in moving cargo and commerce around the country, moving almost 3/4ths of the nation’s freight and generating around $800 billion in revenue each year. It plays a crucial hand in keeping our economic gears turning, but sometimes, accidents can happen and cause harm to others on the road. One type of truck crash that is particularly dangerous is called a jackknife. If you are injured in this type of accident, you need the help of an experienced San Francisco truck accident lawyer as soon as possible. Read on to learn more. Understanding Truck Jackknife Accidents Jackknife accidents happen when the coupling device of the truck fails, and the trailer is able to swing out to the side, folding in on the truck like a pocket knife. The heavy trailer has the potential to collide with any cars that are in the adjacent lane. Stable weather conditions, stable road conditions, and a stable sleep schedule can go a long way toward preventing jackknife accidents. Even if they are roughing some harsh elements, technological innovations like electromagnetic anti-lock brakes and hydraulic braking regulators make it easier than ever for truckers to weather even the riskiest conditions. But poor training, poor conditions, poor braking, improper loading procedures, and distracted or drunk driving can all impact safety. Often, truck driver error is the cause of a jackknife, but it can also happen due to negligent trucking companies, cargo loaders, maintenance crews, and more. No matter what caused a jackknife, it is rarely the fault of other motorists on the road, and these motorists might suffer serious injuries. What to Do After a Jackknife -If you’re injured in such an accident, you’ll want to take the following steps in both the immediate and not so immediate aftermath: -If you’re conscious, dial 911 or ensure someone else does so. This will ensure that the right authorities report to the scene. -If your vehicle is in functioning condition, try to pull it over out of traffic flow if possible. -Record photographic and video evidence of the accident scene if you’re able. -Try to get the names, contact info, and insurance credentials of every driver involved, as well as any witnesses who’ve stayed at the scene. -Seek necessary medical attention as soon as possible and follow all treatment plans. -Contact a lawyer with experience in handling complex truck crash cases. Contact Our San Francisco Truck Accident Lawyers For over six decades, The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. has helped clients in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area find closure, compensation, and justice through the personal injury claim process. If you would like to speak to a member of our team about how one of our San Francisco truck accident lawyers can help, please contact us today or call 415-433-0444 to schedule a free initial case evaluation.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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Common Causes Of Wrongful Death

When your family experiences a sudden and unthinkable loss due to an accidental death, you should never hesitate to learn about your legal rights. A San Francisco wrongful death attorney can help you receive compensation to cover your losses. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over 167,000 wrongful unintentional injury deaths occur in America each year. These incidents can stem from a myriad of causes, but far too often, they stem from the singular cause of another person or entity’s negligence. The incident in question is often sudden, abrupt, and gives little time for the loved ones of the deceased to prepare for their loss. While cancer and other such terminal illnesses are undeniably terrible, they often afford the time for the victim to receive final goodbyes, which is often not the case with wrongful death incidents. We hope you’ll never have to suffer the pain of such a tragedy, but if the unthinkable becomes an all-too-thinkable reality, you must fight to receive the due compensation and justice you deserve. Here are some of the most common types of wrongful death incidents, and why you should speak to a San Francisco wrongful death lawyer right away. Types Of Wrongful Death Incidents A litany of careless, reckless, or thoughtless acts can lead up to a wrongful death incident, as well as a subsequent case for a wrongful death lawsuit. Here are the most common incidents to be mindful of: Vehicle Accidents: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that almost 40,000 fatal vehicle crashes occur on U.S. roads each year, and that’s just for motor vehicles alone. Speeding, malfunctions, unsafe road conditions, and drunk, distracted, or drowsy driving can all result in wrongful, avoidable death. These numbers are only accounting for motor vehicles - cyclists, boaters, and pedestrians are considerably less protected than traditional drivers. While today’s cars have more safety in mind than ever, they’re still not 100% immune to mechanical or human error. Defective Products: In these instances, your litigation usually won’t be against a person, but an entity. While this can play a hand in fatal vehicle accidents, defective medications, unsafe toys or baby products, faulty machinery, and flagrant choking hazards are all things that can lead to injury or wrongful death and constitute the basis for a lawsuit. Medical Malpractice: Perhaps one of the most reprehensible instances of wrongful death on this list, medical malpractice occurs when the people who are meant to care for you demonstrate flagrant carelessness. This carelessness can manifest itself in the form of medical or surgical errors, misdiagnosis, premature discharge, birth injury, defective treatments, lack of sufficient treatment, or lack of informed consent over whether or not to receive treatment. This gross neglect leads to far too many injuries or fatalities each year and should not be tolerated if you notice it. Workplace Incidents: Kitchens, construction sites, factories, and any other physical hands-on working environment can pose risks for serious injury or death. From fires to faulty wiring, to falling or stuck objects, to vehicle collisions, all manner of things could lead to a wrongful death. If a loved one has suffered such a tragedy and you’re contemplating how to move on, now what? Choose Our San Francisco Wrongful Death Attorneys For the best San Francisco wrongful death lawyers you can find in the Bay Area, choose Cartwright Law Firm. We’ve made it our livelihood to get tried, true, and proven results, and we’ll fight tooth and nail to get the most favorable outcome in your claim. Contact us today to learn more through a free initial consultation.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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Medical Care Following a Car Accident

Our San Francisco car accident lawyers urge you to seek immediate medical care after an accident, even if you do not think it is required, and to take proactive action with your doctor after the crash. Doing so can help you and your legal claim. In the event of an auto crash, emergency services should be dispatched to the scene to triage the situation, treat victims, and transport the injured to the nearest hospital if there are broken bones, lacerations, and other serious injuries. Many times, however, auto accident injuries might not be obvious to the naked eye, so our San Francisco car accident lawyers certainly advise anyone who has collided with another vehicle to get checked out, even if they do not have obvious severe injuries. Most of us know what it is like when “the adrenaline is pumping.” When faced with a stressful or excitable situation, we react to this trauma by flooding our bodies with morphine-like hormones that mask pain. Because of this adrenaline rush, able-bodied people with no visible injuries can falsely believe that everything is fine. The day after the accident or sometimes even weeks later, some people will wake up in pain and have the tendency to think that it will just go away after a little while. This is wishful thinking. Now is Not the Time to “Tough it Out” Injuries will not clear up on their own and can easily worsen if not treated properly. Neck and back injuries are especially worrisome, so whenever a motorist or a passenger experiences pain, a visit to the doctor’s office is a must. The same goes for when you feel disoriented or confused, as you might have a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A physician should immediately diagnose any injuries and determine a treatment plan moving forward. The health of our clients is paramount. Yet another reason we want accident victims to see a doctor as soon as practical is to make the nexus between the accident and the injury. Insurance adjusters and the attorneys of defendants are smart. The more time that elapses between the auto accident and the time when medical care is sought, the more it becomes harder for our San Francisco car accident lawyers to build a solid case. Participate in and Continue in Your Medical Treatment Medical professionals are in the best position to create treatment plans that help patients make as speedy a recovery as possible. It is important to stay on top of treatment for both your health and to obtain documentation that can be used as evidence in any claim you pursue. When you make a claim, insurance companies and courts both want to see that you are closely following your treatment plan. If you fail to complete treatment or follow the doctor’s orders, insurance companies can challenge the severity of your injuries and your losses. Get in Touch with Our Seasoned San Francisco Car Accident Attorneys For decades, the Cartwright Law Firm has aggressively represented clients in the Bay Area after car accidents and injuries. We handle the insurance process to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve, and you should focus on your medical treatment and recovery. Call 415-433-0444 for informed advice, or request a free consultation.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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San Francisco Remembers Car Crash Victims

Traffic accidents result in numerous injuries and deaths in the San Francisco area each year, and safety advocates help the city participate in an annual remembrance event to educate the public and remember car crash victims. If you’re injured, contact a San Francisco personal injury lawyer today. In 2014, San Francisco began holding an annual event to honor victims of traffic accidents in the Bay Area. Since that year, traffic crashes seriously injured more than 3,000 people and killed at least 188 people. Now, loved ones and survivors come out to remember victims and take part in the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. This is a global event recognized in many countries and cities throughout the world. This year’s event took place on November 15, 2020, on the steps of the San Francisco City Hall. With the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions, the event had special guidelines, but a limited number of people were still able to attend and remember loved ones. The time following a traffic crash - or any type of accident - can be a confusing one. If you are dealing with injuries, you are likely in a stressful situation, and you might not know how to protect your legal rights. Never hesitate to seek help from San Francisco personal injury lawyers who can advise you of your options as an accident and injury victim. How to Protect Your Rights after an Accident Traffic accidents are far from the only type of accident that can result in serious and unexpected injuries. When another party is responsible for causing any type of accident, injured victims can seek payment from that party (or parties) for all of their losses. However, there are steps you can take following an injury that help to protect your rights. Get Diagnosed and Follow Your Medical Treatment It is obvious that some people need emergency medical attention after an accident, as they have serious injuries. Emergency personnel might transport such people in ambulances so they can receive immediate care. However, even if you do not need to take a ride in an ambulance, you still should get all of your injuries diagnosed. Even if you feel sore or stiff, this could be a sign of an injury that will worsen with time. If you experience any feelings that are out of the ordinary, you should always get an exam to ensure all injuries are diagnosed. You should then follow all treatment recommendations of your doctors. This not only helps your health and recovery, but also a future legal claim. Seek Legal Help Another key to protecting your rights following an accident and injuries is having the right attorney handling every step of your claim. This includes: -Calculating damages -Filing insurance claims and handling the insurance process -Filing a lawsuit and handling the litigation process. Learn How San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc., is ready to assist injured accident victims in the San Francisco area. Whether you were in a traffic crash or another type of accident, you want us there to protect your rights. Call (415) 433-0444 or contact us online for a free case evaluation today.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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Car Accidents Caused by San Francisco's Wet Winter Conditions

When the weather changes, so do the risks of driving in the Bay Area. If you are in a car accident in adverse weather, you should discuss your rights with an experienced San Francisco car accident attorney as soon as possible. With the winter season upon us, the car accident attorneys of Cartwright Law Firm hope that drivers use greater caution on the roadways. San Francisco’s warm and foggy conditions in the summer yield to the mild but wet winter, with most of the precipitation occurring during the winter months. The springtime and autumn months also have the tendency to be damp in comparison to the balmy summer. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has studied the impacts of precipitation, and its findings state the obvious - that rain impairs visibility and drivers are more likely to slide and skid. Hydroplaning is an especially perilous situation when the vehicle slides uncontrollably on a wet surface. Worn tires can increase the likelihood of hydroplaning, and water depth plays a factor, as well - the deeper the water, the easier it is to lose traction. Cars can easily spin-out in wintery weather conditions when the vehicle becomes so unbalanced it enters into a sideways turn and continues to spin. Other dangers await, as well. On a clear and pristine day, drivers can easily spot potholes, but when it is raining, water on the roadway can hide these landmines entirely. Rainy Conditions and Speed is a Recipe for Disaster In many auto accident cases our attorneys have litigated, excessive speed has been a big factor. Drivers need to realize that in rainy conditions, more time is required to slow and stop. The speed limits posted on San Francisco Bay Area roadways typically are only appropriate for dry-weather driving conditions, and in inclement weather, slower speeds are necessary for safe traffic operations. Add slippery conditions to our already crowded Bay Area roadways, and the chances of a car accident injury rise significantly. Our experienced attorneys have represented clients who suffered all types of injuries when negligent drivers operate their vehicle recklessly in rainy weather. Some of them sadly result in permanent disability. These injuries include: -Whiplash and neck injuries -Fractured or broken bones -Knee trauma -Injuries to the hand and wrist -Traumatic brain injuries -"Road rash" of friction burns or skin abrasion -Herniated disc -Internal bleeding -Spinal cord injuries If you or a loved one has suffered injuries during rainy conditions, our lawyers will go the distance to obtain the compensation you need and deserve. When other drivers do not respect the safety of others and decide to drive negligently on slippery roads, Cartwright Law Firm will hold them to account. Our firm has the resources to determine who was at fault in an auto accident and preserve evidence before it is lost. You’ll find that our experienced legal team will leave no stone unturned when evaluating your case and taking the steps necessary to recover damages during San Francisco’s winter months. Seek Help from a San Francisco Car Accident Lawyer Today At Cartwright Law Firm, we handle claims stemming from a wide range of accidents and circumstances. If you believe another driver was responsible for causing your accident, contact us for informed advice and a no-cost, no-obligation consultation to formulate the best course of action in the aftermath of your car accident.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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CAN YOU AFFORD A PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER?

Too many injured individuals never learn about their legal rights because they believe they cannot afford to hire a personal injury lawyer. The good news is that most injury attorneys handle cases in a way that ensures you can afford legal representation. Following an accidental injury, your focus should be on getting the medical help you need right away. As you begin treatment and your injuries stabilize, however, you might begin to worry about the bills that are piling up. You might be receiving a constant stream of medical bills, as well as falling behind on your usual payments due to missed work and lost income. Some people might be unsure of whether they have the right to compensation from other parties. Others might be pretty sure of their rights but do not know where to even begin with the legal process. While the best course of action is to contact experienced San Francisco personal injury lawyers, a common question that arises is, can you afford one? THE IMPORTANCE OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION If another party was liable for your injuries, you can seek compensation by filing the proper insurance claims or a personal injury lawsuit in civil court. Both the insurance and litigation processes can be highly challenging, and you can run into obstacles and delays at every turn. The reality is that injured victims handling their own claims often walk away with significantly less financial recovery than those with the right legal representation. CONTINGENCY FEE ARRANGEMENTS When you think of hiring a lawyer, you might think you are facing exorbitant hourly fees or retainers. While certain types of lawyers might charge hundreds of dollars per hour or a flat fee upfront to start representation, personal injury lawyers are different. We know that our potential clients are already facing overwhelming losses, so we take cases on a contingency fee basis. A contingency fee arrangement involves the following: -Your initial case evaluation and consultation is completely free -You pay no up-front fees or costs -We cover the expenses of your case -If you do not receive any compensation, you never pay a dime -If we prevail in your case, our fees and expenses come straight from your settlement or award – never out of your pocket. You and your attorney will discuss what percentage of your recovery will go to legal fees before your case ever begins. Our fee system is completely transparent, and we will answer any questions you might have before you sign an agreement. If you’re worried about affording an attorney to represent you in an injury case – don’t be. The process is set up so that injury victims do not have to come up with legal fees in order to have a law firm to protect their rights. LEARN HOW SAN FRANCISCO PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS CAN HELP The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc., handles a wide range of personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. Whether you have been injured in a car crash, fall, or any other type of accident, you should never hesitate to call a San Francisco personal injury lawyer for help. Call (415) 433-0444 or contact us online so our legal team can evaluate your rights.

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robertecartwright · 5 years ago

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COMMON INJURIES AT SCHOOL

Although most schools offer safe learning environments, accidents, and injuries still sometimes occur. When school accidents and injuries happen because of another person’s negligence, you may be able to take legal action against the school, the school board, and/or the board of education for your school district. Although most schools are honored institutions, accidents and injuries can still happen on school grounds – sometimes as a result of a teacher or supervisor’s carelessness or negligence. When this happens, the parent of the injured child or children may be able to file an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit against the school, school board, or school district. If your child was injured while at school, and you suspect that negligence on the part of a teacher, administrator, or supervisor was to blame, the knowledgeable San Francisco personal injury attorneys at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. want to help you. Our legal team can investigate the occurrence and what happened. We could then file a claim or lawsuit against the responsible party, which may be the school board or the school district. TYPES OF ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES THAT CAN OCCUR IN A SCHOOL SETTINGThere are several types of accidents and injuries that may occur in a school setting. Some of the most common accidents include the following: Accidents that occur on a school playground – School playground injuries can range from bruises and minor cuts to bone fractures and traumatic brain injuries – especially where children fall off of play equipment, such as swings and monkey bars. These accidents sometimes happen because of the negligence of a school, supervisor, maintenance person, or playground equipment manufacturing company. Accidents at sports practices and events – Sports practices and events can also lead to serious injuries, including muscle and ligament sprains, repetitive motion injuries, growth plate injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and concussions. These injuries sometimes happen because of negligent coaching, poor supervision, or hazards that are present on the school premises. Accidents that occur because of hazards present on the school grounds – Schools (and property owners in general) are required to maintain premises that are in a reasonably safe condition for both children and school employees. Schools are responsible for warning about and repairing known dangerous conditions on the school premises and routinely inspecting the premises for unknown dangerous conditions that might exist. Slip and fall accidents are one type of serious accident that can occur because of hazards that exist on school premises. TALK TO A SAN FRANCISCO PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER TODAYIf your child has suffered an injury while at school, carelessness and negligence on the part of a teacher, supervisor, coach, administrator, or some other individual may be to blame. The knowledgeable legal team at the Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can assist you with filing a claim or lawsuit against all potentially responsible parties, which may include the school, the school district, and/or the school board, and pursue the monetary compensation that your son or daughter needs for the injuries he or she suffered. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco personal injury attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online.

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