Free accident and injury information for Southern California Accident Victims

Our law firm focuses on providing you with the help and resources you need following your Southern California accident.  We regularly post free articles relating to bicycle accidents, truck accidents, dog bites, car accidents and various types of injuries. Use this resource for all your needs.

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• General

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Motorcycle Accidents:

• California Left Turn Motorcycle Crashes: Serious Accidents Cause Serious Injuries   
  Left turn crashes are the most common of Orange County motorcycle crashes. While, the motorcyclist usually has the right-of-way, he may end up at-fault. Why?
• Orange County Road Hazard Motorcycle Crashes, Part 2: Preventing Road Hazard Accidents   
  Many road hazards pose nodanger to drivers of cars and trucks, but may be fatal to a motorcyclist. Learn how to avoid California road hazard motorcycle crashes.
• Orange County Road Hazard Motorcycle Crashes, Part 1: Liability When Road Hazards Cause an Accident   
  Determining liability for motorcycle accident claims involving road hazards can be complicated. An Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer can help. Lear more.
• Lane Sharing And Lane Splitting: Can These Practices Cause California Motorcycle Crashes?   
  Motorcyclists are able to avoid traffic through lane sharing. An Orange County motorcycle accident attorney discusses this controversial practice. Learn more.
• Newport Beach Motorcycle Crash Attorney: The Safety Gear That Can Save Your Life In An Orange County Motorcycle Accident   
  Injured in an Orange County motorcycle accident? Free consultation with a Newport Beach motorcycle lawyer at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie 866-981-5596.
• Orange County Motorcycle Lawyer Offers a Reward!   
  An Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer tells you how to reward yourself! Read this article to learn more or Call us at 1 866-981-5596. There is a difference between a injury lawyer and a motorcycle accident attorney. Find out what it is.
• ROV riding is dangerous. Here are some tips to keep you safe.   
  ROV and ATV riding can be dangerous. Here are some tips to make sure you are safe and don't become a personal injury statistic.
• Orange County Motorcycle Crash Injuries: Road Rash; It’s More Serious Than You Think   
  Road rash or road burns are the injuries are friction burns that occur when a motorcyclist’s skin scrapes against the road after the motorcyclist is either thrown from his or her bike or is dragged. Learn how these serious injuries are treated. In you or a loved one has been injured in a California motorcycle crash, you may not know the full extent of your injuries and losses. Don’t settle with the insurance company until you speak to a Orange County accident attorney. A personal injury attorney who specializes in Orange County motorcycle wrecks can help you determine how much money you will need to cover your medical bills, lost income and property damage as well as your pain and suffering and can act on your behalf to get you the compensation you need to recover from your injuries. For information about choosing a personal injury lawyer, download our free guide, “Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer.” For more information, contact the Newport Beach motorcycle accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• On Labor Day, a young father went off roading while intoxicated with his toddler in the back seat. The toddler drowned in the off-roading accident that ensued from his risky behavior.   
  Alcohol and off-roading proved to be a deadly combination for one father on Labor Day. In the hours after sunset, his off-road vehicle overturned in a water reservoir. He escaped, but his toddler drowned. A Riverside injury lawyer recounts the story.
• Motorcyclist sustains injuries in hit and run accident. The risk of suffering injuries or fatalities is greater for California motorcyclists than for motorcyclists in most other states, explains an Orange County accident attorney.   
  The driver of a flatbed truck hit a motorcyclist and then fled the scene of the accident. While the occurrence of hit and run accidents has decreased, California remains one of the most dangerous states for motorcyclists, explains an Orange County accident attorney.
• A young dune-buggy accident victim walks again and defies her doctors' predictions. Her story illustrates how, with perseverance, accident victims can overcome their injuries--but also the extensive amount of medical attention injuries from off-roading accidents require.   
  After extensive physical rehabilitation, a young dune-buggy accident victim defies her doctors' prediction that she would never walk again. Read about how she persevered and joined her her soccer mates again.
• Hurt in a motorcycle crash? Three reasons why you need an attorney that specializes in Orange County motorcycle crashes.   
  Many victims of motorcycle wrecks think that motorcycle accident cases are handled in the same way as car crashes. In some ways they are the same. Cars and motorcycles follow the same rules of the road.However, motorcycle and car accidents are viewed very differently by insurance companies and juries. Understanding that a motorcycle crash is different from a car crash is the first important step to protecting your rights to compensation after a motorcycle accident. The attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie have represented victims of Southern California motorcycle crashes since 1976. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles or Orange County, take the second important step and contact our office at 866-981-5596.
• I did not hit my head in the accident, why does my doctor think I might have some kind of traumatic brain injury.   
  You may have suffered brain injury. How is that so without an impact to the head? This guide will help you understand how you were injured and what to do about it.
• Motorcycle-car accidents: the car may be at fault, but wearing a helmet reduces the chance of serious injury.   
  In 2008, 500 California motorcyclists died and about 10,000 were injured in traffic collisions. Motorcycle-related deaths and injury are on the rise. Learn about the causes of motorcycle-car collisions and what you can do to reduce serious injury. If you are injured or have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, contact the Southern California motorcycle accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Call us at 866-981-5596 to schedule a free consultation.
• ROV's are the next great thing, but their safety record is very poor. Here are 5 ways to avoid serious injury and death.   
  Death in a ROV roll-over accounts for almost 1/3 of all injuries. Therefore follow these 5 rules for your safety and that of your passengers.
• I was a passenger on a ATV that flipped over. What insurance covers my injury and damages?   
  What insurance coverage do passengers have in claims against a driver of an off-road vehicle? This article will explain the typical policy coverage and your rights as a passenger. We have established coverage in many cases, by a thorough review of policy language in homeowner policies, so call us if you have any questions at 1 866-981-5596.
• A California motorcycle accident attorney shows you ways to protect your life, and the statistics to back it up!   
  Motorcycle safety tips, accident statistics and how to avoid a California motorcycle accident.

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Bicycle Accidents:

• Preventing Orange County Bicycle-Car Accidents   
  The majority of Orange County bicycle-car crashes occur when drivers or bicyclists don't follow the rules of the road. The Newport Beach bicycle accident injury lawyers at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie represent victims of Orange County bicycle-car crashes. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a bicycle-motor vehicle crash, we’d like to help you get the fair insurance compensation you deserve. To learn more, contact Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• Why Not Choose An Experienced Orange County Bicycle accident Lawyer?   
  Looking for a Orange County Bicycle Lawyer? Why not choose a firm with professional and amateur riders on staff with an Orange County bicycle accident attorney.
• A ghost bike memorial was erected for fallen bicyclist Michael William Nine at the site of the accident on Spyglass Hill Road in Newport Beach.   
  Mourners gathered around a bicycle that had been painted white and placed at the site where 43-year-old Michael William Nine was struck down by a truck while riding his bicycle.
• Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa was struck by an automobile while riding his bicycle last week. Read on to find out how Los Angeles streets are becoming increasingly dangerous.   
  After Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa was struck by an automobile last week, many are questioning how safe bicyclists are on city streets. A Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Lawyer warns that the streets are becoming increasingly dangerous for bicyclists.
• Six ways negligent drivers may cause Orange County bicycle accidents   
  Bicycles are a fixture on Orange County roads. However, many drivers pay them little attention or consider them an annoyance. This is unfortunate as a bicyclist is extremely vulnerable to serious injury when hit by a car. If you have been in a bicycle accident caused by a negligent driver, you have rights. Call the Southern California bicycle accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie to learn more. 1-866-981-5596.
• What can a bicycle accident attorney do for me, the accident was not my fault?   
  What can a bicycle accident attorney do for me, the accident was not my fault? James Ballidis, a bicycle accident attorney answers your questions about whether you need an attorney or lawyer to help you in your injury case.
• Cycle and bicycle accidents can be caused by improper maintenance. Here is how and what to do to investigate and document injury and failure.   
  Improper maintenance is a common source of cycle and bicycle failure. Usually the cyclist is inconvenienced or an injury is minor. Unfortunately, a failure can also cause serious and complicated injury, especially if the cyclist is riding at faster speeds. Learn how maintenance can cause a cycle failure, what to do if you are hurt to document the failure and you can call a California cycle accident lawyer to get help at 1 866 981-5596.
• Cycle riders that cause you serious injury. What can you do about them.   
  You know the guy. He is always overly aggressive when passing, overtaking or riding ahead of you or your group. Sometimes, it is the guy that innocently wants to keep up but can't and is riding with his head down, not looking as he approaches you, a road defect or your group. What do you do if one of these riders causes you serious injury? Call an Orange County cycle accident lawyer at 866 981-5595 for a free consultation.
• Roadway defects cause injury to cyclists. What you can do if you are seriously injured from a defect.   
  California has made it a priority to encourage more cycling and riding for enjoyment and for transportation. However, many County's and Cities do not maintain their roadways safe for our use. If you suspect a roadway defect caused you injury while cycling on a California roadway or trail, read this article about your rights and options.
• Defective cycles cause injuries, what you need to do if a defect causes you serious injury in California.   
  A description of typical cycle and bicycle manufacturing defects and failures that cause injury, and what to do if you are hurt by a defective cycle. A bicycle accident lawyer explains why claims fail after an accident unless these bicycle defect steps are taken. Call a bicycle accident attorney at 1 866 981 5596 for a free discussion and consultation.
• Cycle and Bicycle design flaws that cause injury in California.   
  A list of typical design flaws that cause serious injuries and the steps you should take to document and protect your claim.
• What Is Traumatic Brain Injury and how can I tell if I suffer from it?   
  This simple but effective guide will describe traumatic brain injury and what to do if you have been diagnosed with the injury.
• Bikes are leading cause of child injury: tips to keep your child safe   
  Bicycle-related injuries result in more emergency room visits for children than any other sport. The Orange County bicycle accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie, often see the sad results of bicycle accidents. We have compiled this list of safety tips to help you prevent bicycle accidents and keep your child safe. If your child is involved in a bicycle traffic accident, you may be wondering where you can turn for help. Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie has experienced bicycle accident lawyers on staff. We’d like to help you. Contact us at 866-981-5596 for a free consultation.
• Avoiding injury - bicycle safety tips that can save your life   
  Under California law, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers. Bicycles are entitled to share the roads with motor vehicles and should be treated with consideration. A bicyclist is at an extreme disadvantage if an accident should occur. Unfortunately, a bicyclist can neither predict nor control the actions of car drivers, but there are precautions and defensive techniques a bicyclist can use to make the ride safer. We list them here.
  If you've been injured in a bike accident, contact our bicycle accident attorneys today regarding your injury case at 866-981-5596 for a free consultation.
• Cycle accidents can cause injury, including the need for surgery, and if you do not have insurance, great frustration. Here are some steps to take to get treatment.   
  cycle accidents can cause great injury including surgery. If you do not have medical insurance, here are some steps a California Cycle accident attorney recommends to get the treatment you need.
• Bicycle lanes and how they protect bicycle riders in California from accidents. This article was written by a California bicycle accident attorney.   
  California bicycle accident attorney James Ballidis explains how bicycle lanes are to be used by riders and the limits on entering and exiting from a lane by automobiles and cars.
• What is the liability of a California government agency for defects on riding trails and service roads whether paved or not? California Bicycle attorney expert James Ballidis explains that Governments are currently completely immune from liability for defects, and the law must be changed.   
  Bicycle pathways are dangerous not only becasue they are poorly maintained, but also Governmental agencies have no incentive to design or make them safe. They are immune from all claims, even egregious ones.
• Were you involved in a bicycle or cycle accident? A California bicycle and cycle attorney gives you the rules applicable to your accident.   
  Your bicycle accident may not be your fault? Read here to get the California rules applicable to cyclists and riders.
• Has your child been hurt in a bicycle accident in California, or do you just need to know what laws are applicable to your children? This article is for you.   
  Children can ride bicycles safely, but need to know these laws noted by a California Bicycle accident attorney.
• Read the California laws that protect and punish you when you drink and ride a bicycle on the road in California.   
  Drunk driving accidents occur on bicycles all the time. The California rules can protect the rider or the vehicle operator depending on the cause of the accident. Read those laws here.
• What type of equipment should you have on your cycle? Here are the basic rules in California.   
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• Bike Accident Statistics   
  The NHTSA has released its findings regarding bike accidents in the United States. This article reveals the facts contained in the NHTSA’s report and provides information regarding causes of bicycle accidents. Contact an experienced Orange County bike accident attorney at the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie Inc. at 866-981-5596 if you have been injured in a cycling accident.

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Dog Bite:

• Preventing California Dog Bite Attacks: What Are The Most Dangerous Dog Breeds?   
  What is the most dangerous breed of dog? All dogs are potentially dangerous, yet some breeds have higher rates of CA dog bite attacks than others. Learn more.
• A Los Angeles Dog Bite Lawyer can help you or your child.   
  Hire a Los Angeles Dog bite lawyer if you or your child was bitten in Los Angeles or surrounding cities. Call toll free for a free consultation 1 866-981-5596.
• "Dr. Phil" Faces California Dog Bite Lawsuit   
  The Orange County dog bite attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie represent dog bite victims throughout California. If you have been injured in a California dog bite attack, contact Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596
• Aggressive Dogs: What Causes Aggressive Behavior?   
  Growling, baring teeth, snarling, snapping, and biting are all aggressive behaviors and these behaviors are warnings that a dog may bite or otherwise harm a person. Learn what causes a dog to behave aggressively. If a dog is showing aggressive behavior, the owner has a responsibility to ensure that the dog does not harm others. He should seek the advice of a veterinarian and confine the dog so it is not a threat to others. In California, dog owners are liable for the injury that their dogs cause. If you or your child has been injured by an aggressive dog, contact the Orange County dog bite attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie to learn more about your rights and how you can receive compensation for your injuries. Call us at 866-981-5596.
• Dog bite attacks on the rise: Six signs that a dog may attack.   
  The Center for Disease Control has released research showing that serious dog bites injuries are increasing. In the first 6 months of 2010, there were 16 fatal dog attacks in the United States. Three more fatal dog attacks occurred in July. Dog bite law in California is complicated. If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attack, call the Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596. We can listen to your story and advise you on your rights. For help finding a personal injury attorney, request our free book "Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer."
• Dog bite attack. A couple's dog fatally mauled their two-year-old son. A California injury lawyer offers guidelines for preventing dog bite attacks.   
  A parent's worst nightmare: the family dog fatally attacks two-year-old boy while mother sleeps.
• May 16-22 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. These tips can help your child stay safe.   
  May 16-22 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. The attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis have put together a list of safety tips to prevent dog bite injury and to help keep your child safe. Go over this list with your child. If your child is bitten by a dog in Orange County, Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie can help you get insurance compensation for your child’s medical bills and other damages. Contact our office at 866-981-5596 to schedule a free initial consultation and to learn more about your rights under California dog bite law.
• 2009 Dog Bite Statistics: California ranks top 5 states for dog bite fatalities.   
  Every day, about 1,000 Americans seek emergency treatment for dog bite injuries. Most of these injury victims are children. Dog bites are the 5th most common reason for emergency room visits by children under 11 years of age. California had 3 dog bite fatalities in 2009. If you or a family member have been attacked by a dog or you have lost a loved one to an orange County or Los Angeles dog attack, contact the attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596. Our law firm has handled hundreds of serious dog bite cases throughout Southern California and we understand the dog bite laws governing each city. We can help you deal with the insurance companies and get fair compensation for your losses.
• What should you do if your child has been bitten by a dog?   
  In the Los Angeles area, dog bites area growing problem. Dog bites can cause serious injury, including lacerations, puncture wounds and crush injuries. The Orange County law firm of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie has put together a guide to help you if your child has been injured by a dog. If your child has been bitten, contacting a lawyer as soon as possible will help make sure that your rights are protected. Call us at 866-981-5596.
• Tips on how to avoid getting bit by a vicious dog.   
  Prevent dog bites using these tips, but if you have been bitten, we know how to quickly and properly process your claim. Call us at 1 866-981-5596
• Why Dogs Bite and How to Prevent a Dog Attack   
  There are many factors involved in dog attacks. Find out why dogs bite and how to avoid becoming a dog bite victim. Contact a dog bite attorney at the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie at 866-981-5596, if you have been injured in a dog attack in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura County or other area in Southern California.

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Car Accidents:

• Orange County Car Accidents: Who Pays When A Passenger Is Injured?   
  Injured while a passenger in an Orange County car crash? The good news, you are not at fault. You should qualify for insurance compensation. But who pays?
• How Can An Orange County Car Crash Attorney Help Me If I am Injured While A Passenger In A Car?   
  If you were injured as a passenger in an Orange County accident you may be facing costly medical bills. How will you pay those bills? Who is responsible?
• Street Racing In California, Do Victims Have Rights?   
  If you have been injured in a California street racing accident, you have the right to demand accountability. Contact the California accident injury lawyer.
• Do Cell Phone Bans Work? New Research Says Maybe Not.   
  Using a hand-held cell phone while driving is illegal in CA, but a new study says that cell phone bans may not reduce CA distracted driving crashes. Learn more.
• 2009 California Car Crash Fatality Statistics   
  California leads the nation in car crash deaths. Your loss is more than a statistic; our Orange County auto accident attorneys can help you get accountability.
• Orange County Car Accidents Can Cause Hidden Injuries. When Should You See A Doctor?   
  Car crash injuries that seem minor may later cause serious disability or even death; A Newport Beach auto accident attorney explains when to see a doctor.
• Orange County Accident Attorney’s Top Eight Tips For Avoiding Commuter Traffic Accidents   
  Rush hour in Orange County means traffic, and high traffic puts you at risk for a California commuter accident. Learn how to drive safely on congested roads.
• More Cars, More Accidents: What You Need To Know About California Congested Traffic Car Crashes.   
  When accidents happens in congested traffic, it can be difficult to determine who is at fault. Learm how to avoid paying for a car crash that isn't your fault.
• New Legislation To Increase California Distracted Driving Fines. Will This Prevent Deadly Orange county Car Crashes?   
  A new bill may raise fees for drivers caught using hand-held cell phones. What does this mean for you? Learn more from our Orange County car crash attorneys.
• What Is "Crashworthiness" And How Does It Apply To My Orange County Accident Claim?   
  Did a vehicle defect contribute to your California accident injuries? You may have a California crashworthiness claim. Read this article to learn more.
• You Can't Delay Hiring An Attorney So Hire Excellence.   
  If you want excellent representation for your car accident, see our Orange County car accident lawyer site or call 1 866-981-5596 today.
• Orange County Car Accidents: Can Wet Weather Car Crashes Be Prevented?   
  Today’s cold and rainy weather has caused several vehicles to spin out of control and crash on Orange County roads. Learn how wet weather accidents can be prevented. The Orange County accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie represent those who are seriously injured in California car crashes. Call our Newport Beach law office at 866-981-5596 to discuss your claim or to request our new book, “7 Mistakes that could sabotage your accident claim.”
• Achieve Success With These Orange County Auto Accident Lawyer’s Recommendations   
  Learn how to have success as explained by an Orange County auto accident lawyer. Call for a free consultation at 1 866-981-5596.
• One of the most common mistakes after an auto accident is to give a recorded statement to the other party's insurance company, warns a California injury attorney.   
  Giving a recorded statement to the other party's insurance company could significantly jeopardize your accident claim. A California injury attorney discusses why a recorded statement can be detrimental to your case.
• A California personal injury lawyer discusses common highway hazards drivers encounter on Thanksgiving weekend and offers traffic safety suggestions for avoiding them.   
  Thanksgiving weekend is one of the most dangerous times of the year for drivers. A California personal injury lawyer offers traffic safety suggestions.
• Hurt in an Orange County Car Crash: Should You be Screened for Brain Injury?   
  The second leading cause is car accidents, and car accidents are the leading cause of TBI deaths. Over 17% of traumatic brain injuries are caused by motor vehicle crashes. Victims of brain injury often require extensive hospitalization as well as on-going medical care and therapy. This can be expensive. If you or a loved one has sustained a brain injury in a car accident, you may be entitled to insurance compensation to cover your medical costs. To find out if you have a personal injury case, contact the Orange County accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596. To learn more about choosing a personal injury attorney, download our free guide: “Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer.”
• In the last few years, the incidence of fatal traffic accidents involving texting-while-driving, cell phone use, and other distractions has risen by 28%. A California injury attorney offers safety tips for avoiding this deadly practice.   
  Over the past three years, the incidence of fatal traffic accidents involving distracted driving has risen by 28%. A California injury attorney offers safety tips to avoid this deadly practice.
• Southern California Driver’s Guide to Preventing Wet Weather Accidents   
  Did you know that rain is responsible for thousands of accidents every year? Most of these accidents are preventable, but often drivers don't realize that driving in wet weather requires a bit of extra caution. These rainy weather driving tips are brought to you by the Orange County accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Our California car crash lawyers represent those injured in California car crashes. If you have been injured in an Orange County car accident and need an attorney, download our free guide, “Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer” for more information. If you have additional questions, contact our Newport Beach law office at 866-981-5596.
• Can Hands-Free Devices Prevent Orange County Distracted Driving Accidents?   
  California is one of just eight states that have banned hand held cell phone use while driving. One would think that a cellphone ban would lower the rates of distracted driving accidents, but statistics suggest this is not true. Since the state’s cell phone ban went into effect in January 2009, the number of distracted drivers has actually increased. Why? Learn more in this article. If you or someone you love has been injured by a distracted driver, you have rights. The Newport Beach car accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie are dedicated to helping injury victims get back on their feet. We help those who are injured in Orange County car accidents to recover fair insurance compensation for their injuries, property damage, medical costs, and other losses. Fot more information, call our Orange County car crash lawyers at 866-981-5596.
• Bad roads cause Californians to pay more for vehicle maintenance expenses than residents of other states, according to a recent study. A California injury lawyer discusses the findings.   
  A recent study found that Californians pay more in vehicle maintenance expenses than other states, and bad roads are to blame. A California injury lawyer discusses the findings.
• Repeat drunk drivers are responsible for half of DUI fatalities. Learn more.   
  Was someone you love involved in a drunk driving accident? Nearly 50% of the 1,500,000 people arrested for drunk driving each year are repeat drunk drivers. Often these drivers have prior convictions and are driving on an already suspended or revoked license. If someone you love was killed by a repeat drunk driver in California, you have rights. We realize that a financial settlement can never make up for your loss, but it can help the family get through any economic loss caused by the death and to get a sense of accountability for the accident. To learn more, contact the Orange County car accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie, 866-981-5596.
• This Week the Trials of Two DUI Repeat Offenders Responsible For Fatal Car Accidents Began in Orange County. Both Have Been Charged With Second-Degree Murder. An Orange County Car Accident Attorney Discusses The Implications of the Charges   
• Yolo County Teenager Dies in DUI Accident. The Circumstances of Accident, Explains a California Car Accident Attorney, Closely Mirror Teenage Driving Statistics   
  Yolo County Teenager Dies in DUI Accident. Seven Other Teenagers Injured.
• Medicated drivers on California Highways: Nearly one-third of accidents involve drivers taking medication.   
  Medicated driving is one of the most prevalent, yet widely ignored, problems in the United States today. In fact, as much as one-third of all automobile accidents involve medicated drivers. If you have been seriously injured by a medicated driver in California, you may have questions. The Orange County car crash attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie are here to help you. We can answer your questions and help you navigate the California legal process. To get started, contact our Newport Beach law office at 1-866-981-5596 to request your free copy of “Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer.
• Find out how California's Low Cost Auto Insurance Program could prevent you from receiving the compensation for medical bills and property loss or damage you are entitled to after an auto accident.   
  The state of California has lowered the minimum amount of liability insurance drivers are required to carry. The insurance policies many of the drivers you share the road with not cover your property damages, lost wages, and medical bills in the event that an accident occurs and you are not at fault. A California injury lawyer offers advice on how to protect yourself.
• Seven people were injured in a freeway car accident last Sunday. The drivers of three of the six vehicles involved in the pile-up were suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol.   
  The drivers of three of the six vehicles involved in a multi-car pile-up on the 405 Freeway last Sunday were suspected of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Two of the impaired drivers were in their twenties, the age grouping most likely to be involved in an car accident while under the influence, according to an Orange County accident attorney.
• Last night a tragic three-vehicle collision on California Highway 395 left 3 dead and 15 injured--one of the worst accidents a California injury lawyer has seen in years.   
  Last night three vehicles collided on California Highway 395. Three of the people involved were killed and 15 were injured.
• Car surfing accident cases are increasing in Southern California. An Ojai teen is the latest victim. An Orange County accident lawyer discusses how prevalent this dangerous behavior is becoming.   
  After the death of an Ojai teen in a car surfing accident, an Orange County accident lawyer discusses how prevalent this dangerous behavior is becoming, especially among teenagers.
• Medically unfit drivers in Orange County: Tustin driver has seizure and causes car crash   
  Drivers experiencing medical emergencies often cause accidents. If your lawyer can prove prior knowledge of a medical condition or use of prescription drugs that cause the driver to fall asleep, you may have a strong liability claim against the negligent driver. To discuss your Orange County car crash injury, call the OC car wreck attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 1-866-981-5596.
• How can be sure your car seat is safely installed?   
  Each year, approximately 6,500 children are involved in fatal car crashes each year. In fact, car crashes are the leading cause of death for children under 14. Many of these deaths can be prevented with proper car seat use. However, it is estimated that up to 90% of car seats are not installed or used properly. There is nothing sadder than a car crash that involves children. So, the Orange County car accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie have compiled a list of tips that can help you ensure your child in safe in his car seat. If you need help after an accident, call our office at 866-981-5596.
• Street racing in Orange County - A safety hazard on Southern California highways.   
  Street racing is the term for illegal car racing that takes place on public highways. More than 150 wrongful deaths a year are attributed to street racing. If you have been injured or your loved one has been killed in an accident caused by street racing or another act by a reckless driver, you are entitled to compensation for all your injuries and losses. To learn more, contact the Orange County car crash lawyers at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• Auto Accident Attorney In Orange County Provides Simple Steps to Protecting Your Auto Accident Case and Claim.   
  An auto accident attorney in Orange County, California provides simple to understand steps to handling your auto accident case. Call for help at 1 866 981-5596 if you need assistance.
• Overweight men are more likely to survive an LA car crash   
  A new study from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that overweight men who are wearing seatbelts are more likely to survive a car crash than skinny men. The researchers suggest that the designs of seat belts, air bags, knee restraints, seats and other automobile safety devices may need to be redesigned to safely protect a larger range of drivers. The Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie represent seriously injured car crash victims throughout Southern California. If you have been injured in a traffic accident and you have questions about your rights, an insurance settlement or about how to find a lawyer to represent you, contact us at 866-981-5596.
• Navigating Los Angeles traffic with kids? Tips to keep you and your family safe.   
  The Orange County car wreck attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie care about families and hate to see the devastation that an accident can cause. We've compiled a list of tips and suggestions to keep your family safe while on the road. If your family has been involved in a serious accident, we’d like to help. Call us anytime at 866-981-5596 to set up a free consultation.
• Driver distractions cause Los Angeles car crashes!   
  Driver distractions cause 4,000 to 8,000 accidents every day in the United States. If you or a loved one have been seriously injured in a car accident caused by a distracted driver, you need a Southern California car accident lawyer to look out for your rights. Before signing anything from the insurance company, contact Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie to schedule a free case evaluation. We have over 35 years of experience helping the victims of car crashes get fair settlements.
• How Do I Know if My Loved One has Sustained Brain Injury?   
  If your loved one sustained a serious injury, he or she may also suffer from brain injury. Read this guide to determine if that is true and what to do about it.
• What is post traumatic stress disorder? How can I tell if I or someone I know has this after their accident?   
  This simple guide gives some clues to understanding post traumatic stress disorder and what to do if you notice these symptoms.
• Can I recover from the other party for my brain injury?   
  Read this report on brain injury, how to prove it and how to recover from the other party your damages becasue of traumatic brain injury.
• DUI deaths are increasing in California   
  Driving while impaired is a widespread problem. In 2008, 11,733 Americans lost their lives in driving crashes that involved an alcohol-impaired driver. Even the safest driver cannot prevent the dangers of drunk driving. If you or a family member has been seriously injured in an accident with a driver under the influence, you have rights. Contact the Orange County car accident lawyers at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596 to learn more.
• Not hurt but damaged car? Here are steps to solving your problem.   
  If you are not hurt, you still have rights to repair of your car. Here is the guideline you seek to help you through that effort.
• Property Damage Resolution guide for your use when dealing with insurance companies.   
  A simple but effective guide to help you understand and resolve your property damage claims.
• Here is a simple guide to understanding your insurance coverages.   
  Use this guide to understand what coverage you have with your insurance company and important tips to maximize your protection.
• HMO's are required to set specialist appointments for you now in California if requested. Read your rights.   
  New California rules require an HMO to send you to specialists immediately and prescribe maximum delay. Read this article to know your rights.
• Should you agree to close your case, you don't think you are hurt. Here is a simple guide to follow.   
  A simple to follow guide that protects you from the insurance adjuster that wants to close your claim too fast.
• You here hit and the driver ran from the scene. do you have a claim or rights? S ee this guide to give you the information you need.   
  Your rights if you were hit by another driver as outlined by an Orange County California auto accident lawyer.
• Want to know how to arrange a rental paid for by the other insurance company driver that hit you? Follow this guide for help arranging for your transportation needs.   
  This simple guide will tell you how to rent a vehicle after you have had an auto accident.
• Medicare penalties and interest on liens is robbing victims of any recovery. Don't get trapped by failing to follow these notification and lien reimbursement guidelines.   
  Medicare liens have consumed entire settlements if the injured person does not follow notification and reimbursement rules. This memo provides you with the information you need to make sure Medicare does not take your whole settlement.
• Review this auto accident evaluation process to maximize your claim value.   
  A concise method of evaluating your personal injury and auto accident claim.
• How to file an auto accident claim and protect yourself.   
  Review this simple article on how to protect and file your auto accident claim.
• How long will a auto accident settlement take?   
  A simple explanation on how to measure the length of time a settlement should take for an auto accident case.

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Truck Accident Lawyer:

• California 18-Wheeler Accidents: Are Tractor-Trailer Defects Putting You At Risk?   
  Have you loved one in a CA 18-wheeler crash? Poor truck design may have cocaused your loved ones death. Contact the CA trucking accident lawyers 866-981-5596.
• How Can A Trucking Company Be Held Liable For My California Commercial Truck Accident Injuries?   
  If you have been injured in an Orange County semi-truck accident, you may be wondering how you will be compensated for your injuries, lost wages and other accident-related expenses. Would you be surprised to learn that in many cases the trucking company shares responsibility for a California trucking accident? Learn how trucking companies can share responsibility for California big rig crashes. If you have questions about your rights after an Orange County trucking accident, contact the Newport Beach semi-truck crash injury lawyers at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Call our office at 866-981-5596 to schedule a free legal consultation.
• Recovering after the physical injuries have healed. California truck accident lawyer discusses mental and emotional damages.   
  Accident victims often suffer long after their physical injuries have healed. A California truck accident lawyer discusses the importance of considering a client's mental and emotional recovery when building a case.
• Get Your Guaranteed Free Evaluation From a Qualified San Bernardino Truck Accident Lawyer.   
  Free advice, evaluation and Counsel before you retain a San Bernardino truck accident attorney. We will not be paid until you are paid. Call 1 866-981-5596 for help today.
• Avoid Selecting a Poor Los Angeles truck accident attorney.   
  Warning, search for the best, qualified Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyer by these simple steps. Free, Immediate Legal Assistance Now 1 866-981-5596.
• A Riverside Truck Accident Lawyer Discusses What You Should Expect From a Legal Professional.   
  What should you expect from your Riverside truck accident lawyer. Read this article to find out or call us for a free and no obligation consultation and evaluation of your truck accident case at 1 866-981-5596.
• Obtain Your Free Consultation From An Orange County Truck Accident Lawyer, But Demand Much More.   
  Honest and free answers from an Orange County Truck Accident lawyer to questions you need to know before selecting a lawyer. Call us at 1 866-981-5596.
• The Deadliest 18-Wheeler Accidents On California Highways   
  The fact that semi-trucks ride higher off the ground than passenger vehicles that is the cause of the deadliest 18-wheeler accidents of all: underride and override semi-truck accidents.
  Underride and Override Truck Accidents. Learn more about these crashes and how they can be prevdented. Have you lost a loved one or sustained serious injury in an Orange County commercial truck crash? The Newport Beach accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie represent victims of trucking accidents throughout California. We can take on the big trucking companies and get you fair compensation for your medical bills, rehabilitation, on-going care, loss of earnings, loss of earning potential, loss of quality of life and other damages. To learn more, contact our Orange County law office at 866-981-5596 to schedule a free case evaluation.
• A California Injury Lawyer Warns Against The Risk of Rollover Accidents Involving 15-Passenger Vans.   
  Over the years, the incidence of rollover accidents involving 15-passenger vans has continued to rise. A California injury lawyer discusses safety issues with these vans and offers tips for preventing accidents.
• Roadcheck data shows 200,000 truck drivers may be under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Are California drivers at risk?   
  It is estimated that almost 200,000 commercial truck drivers are operating vehicles while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Truck companies know that they are responsible for screening drivers for drug and alcohol problems. If drugs or alcohol use are suspected in an accident, the trucking companies are not above trying to cover up the incident to reduce their own liability.
  If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a California trucking accident, contact the Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Our attorneys have a successful track record representing those injured in large truck accidents ans we can get you the compensation you are entitled to. Contact our office at 866-981-5596 to learn more.
• California Truck Accident Attorney Compiles Collision Statistics, and provides important recommendations to help you avoid a truck accident.   
  California truck accident attorney James Ballidis notes that more than 60,000 people are killed or injured each year from truck accidents. Find the ways you can prevent being involved in a truck accident. If you need help of a California truck accident attorney call 1 866 981-5596.
• This report will guide you though the pros and cons of using your health insurance in a truck accident that was not your fault.   
  The truck accident was not your fault so why should you have to use your health insurance? Read this guideline to help you determine what is best for you in this situation.
• After my truck accident, must I go to an HMO or Kaiser? I don't like the care I get!   
  After your truck accident do you have to go to Kaiser or another HMO. Read this guide to know how to get the care you deserve.
• Truck accidents can be devastating to your credit. Here are five steps to avoid credit damage after your truck accident.   
  Truck accidents cause unusual and large injury that is sometimes not covered fully by your health insurance, or maybe you do not have insurance. Here is a helpful list from a California truck Accident attorney of five things you can do to preserve your credit after a truck accident.
• What factors are considered in a life care plan following a truck accident?   
  What factors are considered in a life care plan following a California truck accident? James Ballidis gives you a advice obtained from his 25 years of practice.
• I was hit by a truck, is the trucking company liable if the driver was an independent contractor?   
  I was hit by a truck, is the trucking company liable if the driver was an independent contractor in California? Only an experiences California truck accident attorney will know the right answer.
• Do trucking companies check the drivers’ licenses and driving status of their drivers?   
  In California, Do trucking companies check the drivers’ licenses and driving status of their drivers?
• Trucks account for over 380 deaths in California and almost 12% involve unlicensed drivers. Here is a statistical summary of those accidents.   
  Truck accidents and death caused by them, a statistical summary of the devastation and injury caused by trucks in California
• When trucking companies do not carry out background checks, and hire incompetent drivers, the consequences can be devastating.   
  Should truck companies do a background check on their drivers? Always, when we know the outcome will be deadly for those who are struck.
• Does my uninsured motorist coverage protect me if a truck caused my accident?   
  This article discusses uninsured motorist coverage when you are involved in a truck accident.
• Why are most truck accidents in California caused by trucks changing lanes? Here is a short synopsis, and how you can prevent injury.   
  Truck accidents caused by lane changing trucks is a serious problem for motorists. Find out what you can do to avoid a collision from a California Truck accident attorney.
• California truck accidents are caused by frequent violations of the law. This article discusses the obligation to travel at 55MPH on highways and in the right hand lanes.   
  Excessive speed and traveling in the wrong lane are frequent causes of truck accidents. A California Truck accident lawyer can help you find out what laws were broken and protect your claim. ,
• A California Truck Accident lawyer discusses the common causes of truck accidents.   
  California truck accidents and how we can avoid them with better training,, regulation and monitoring of drivers.
• How can we reduce Truck Accidents in California?   
  There are many factors linked to truck accidents, including driver fatigue and equipment failure. A study was conducted that examined the causes of truck crashes and identified the top ten factors associated with these accidents. This article reveals the findings of this informative study. Contact an experienced truck accident lawyer at the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie today at 866-981-5596 if you have been injured in a truck accident.

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Pedestrian Accident:

• What Can You Do As An Orange County Pedestrian To Stay Safe In Crosswalks?   
  Four thousand and ninety-two people lost their lives in pedestrian accidents in 2009. That’s almost eleven people each day last year. An additional 59,000 pedestrians were injured. Unfortunately, California leads the nation in pedestrian fatalities. Pedestrians who survive crosswalk accidents are often left with substantial injuries. They may be left permanently disabled and unable to work. Victims of pedestrian accidents are usually entitled to compensation for their injuries, lost income, pain and suffering and related expenses. You can learn more about your rights by discussing your accident with an Orange County personal injury attorney. To schedule an appointment for a free consultation with a Newport Beach injury lawyer, contact Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• Hurt in an Orange County Crosswalk Accidents: Who is at Fault?   
  In California, a driver must yield to a pedestrian in any marked or unmarked crosswalk. While the driver must look out for pedestrians and take care not to threaten their safety, the pedestrian must also pay attention to his own safety. If you are a victim of an Orange County crosswalk accident, an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer can advise you of your rights. Contact the Orange County accident attorneys at the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie at 866-981-5596 for a free legal consultation. To learn more about choosing a personal injury attorney, download our free guide: “Avoid Lawyer Advertising Hype! A Lawyer's Method for Finding a Lawyer.”
• Victims of Orange County pedestrian accidents have rights. Learn more.   
  This week, several children were seriously injured and one was killed in Orange County pedestrian accidents. When pedestrians are injured because of reckless or inattentive driving, their medical costs are usually covered by the driver’s automobile insurance policy. When a pedestrian is killed, the family may have a wrongful death claim for their loss and may be able to seek punitive damages. To learn more about wrongful death claims for pedestrian accident deaths, contact the Orange county personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie, 1-866-981-5596.
• Orange County Pedestrian Safety: Child safety tips   
  According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, 306 children were fatally injured in pedestrian accidents in 2007. It is never too early to teach your child about traffic safety. This article includes a list of safety tips to share with your child. If your child is injured in a pedestrian accident, contact the Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Our accident lawyers have been helping pedestrian accident victims since 1974. We will do our very best to protect your rights and ensure that you are also fully compensated for your child’s injuries. Call us at 1-866-981-5596
• Stranded on a Southern California freeway? Stay in your car!   
  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 16% of American pedestrian deaths occur on freeways. Many of these deaths occur when a driver is stranded, either because of a minor car crash or because of mechanical problems, and gets out of his vehicle. The attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie, Inc. have helped victims of serious car and pedestrian accidents in Orange County and throughout Southern California for over 35 years. After an accident, you may need legal help. Contact our office at 866-981-5596 to learn more.
• Orange County pedestrian accidents: Are the elderly at risk?   
  According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data, people over the age of 65 accounted for 19% of pedestrian fatalities. This articles offers "defensive walking' tips that can help protect all pedestrians. If your loved one was seriously injured or killed in an Orange County pedestrian accident, contact the personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. We have the resources to carry out an investigation and make sure your loved one’s rights are protected and that they are fully compensated for their losses. Call our Newport Beach Office at 866-981-5596.
• Pedestrian accidents: Gardena’s Rosecrans Ave. a cause of concern   
  Pedestrians are constantly subjected to dangerous intersections, and Gardena in California has its share. Here is an analysis of Rosecrans Ave, by Los Angeles County accident attorney James Ballidis. Call his office if you are a victim of a pedestrian accident at 1 866 981-5596.
• Huntington Beach pedestrian accidents on rise in 2009. Beware of your City streets and changes the City should make to protect you from vehicle accidents.   
  A review of 1009 as one of the most deadly for Huntington Beach and what the City can do about it. Call a Huntington Beach pedestrian accident attorney for help with your accident, 1 866 981-5596.
• New technology in pedestrian accident avoidance   
  Pedestrian accidents can be prevented accourding to a California pedestrian accident attorney.
• Halloween Safety Tips: Keep Halloween fun, not frightful.   
  Did you know that children are four times more likely to be killed in a pedestrian car accident in just four hours on Halloween evening than on any other full day of the year? The pedestrian accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie have compiled a list of tips to keep your children safe while trick-or-treating. Our personal injury attorneys are available toll free at 866-981-5596. Have a happy and safe Halloween!
• A real life factual description of injury from a auto v. pedestrian case. You need an attorney to interpret, describe and settle a case of this magnitude.   
  Personal injuries caused by automobile collisions with pedestrians can be difficult to describe and discuss. A California pedestrian accident attorney can interpret and discuss injuries to maximize settlement. Here is a short description of real live injury.
• The California Uninsured Motorist Process Explained.   
  If you have a California Uninsured Motorist Claim call us at 1 866-981-5596 for immediate help. This article explains the process of making a California Uninsured Motorist Claim.
• Pedestrian Accident Facts   
  Pedestrian accidents occur at an alarming rate. Find out how many pedestrian injuries and fatalities have been reported and tips to stay safe. Contact an Orange County accident attorney at the law firm of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie at 866-981-5596 if you have been injured in a pedestrian accident.

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Wrongful Death:

• Wrongful death Claims Need Special Attention.   
  Orange County wrongful Death lawyer knows you are suffering. Who do I call, What do I do? Call confidentially an Orange County wrongful death attorney.
• Every Orange County DUI Death is a Wrongful Death: Families Who Lose a Loved One to Drunk Driver Have Rights.   
  If you’ve been injured in or lost a love one in an Orange County drunk driving accident, you may feel angry that you lost a loved one because of someone else’s irresponsible behavior. The law is on your side; California law allows those who have lost a loved one to a drunk driver to pursue a wrongful death claim and receive compensation and accountability for the loss of their loved one. To learn about filing a wrongful death claim after a California drunk driving accident, contact the Orange County accident attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• Have You Lost a Loved One in a California Trucking Accident? An Orange County Wrongful Death Claim May Help You Get Accountability for Your Loss.   
  Accidents involving large trucks are among the most dangerous and most deadly traffic incidents in the nation. About 5,000 people are killed each year in the United States by commercial trucks. Many of these accidents are due to the negligence or reckless behavior of the truck driver or trucking company. If you have lost a loved one in an Orange County semi-truck accident, you and your family may be able have a California wrongful death claim. The California wrongful death attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie are dedicated to helping the families of wrongful death victims. Our goal is to help you obtain both accountability and fair compensation. To learn more, contact the Newport Beach law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596.
• Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Orange County   
  In California, wrongful death is a legal term used to describe a death that results from an illegal or wrongful act or from the negligent behavior of a person or business. Every wrongful death is a death that should not have happened; a wrongful death is one that would not have occurred had the person or business responsible for the death not behaved negligently or wrongfully. In this article, learn about the many possible causes of wrongful death. If you have lost a loved one and have questions about filing a wrongful death claim in Orange County, contact the California wrongful death attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596. We are to seeing families get accountability and fair compensation for their losses.
• Confusing Children’s Medication Dosing May Cause Injury or Death   
  A new study from the New York University School of Medicine found that inconsistent dosing directions and medicine measuring devices may contribute to medication overdose in children. Misleading directions and mislabeled drugs can cause serious personal injury or even wrongful death. If your child has been injured by a mislabeled medication, you may have a California personal injury claim. To learn more, contact the Orange County personal injury lawyers at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie, 866-981-5596.
• Two workers died after an explosion in a metal works. An illegally tampered with gas line is to blame. Their families may want to file a wrongful death claim to receive monetary compensation for their loss.   
  Two workers died after an explosion in a metal works. The explosion was caused by an excessive amount of gas in the building, the result of a gas line that had been tampered with. The families of these workers may be entitled to monetary compensation for their loss.
• Do you have a drop-side crib or a crib with movable parts? If you answered yes, your baby could be in danger. Read on to find out how to protect your child.   
  Drop-side cribs are silent killers. In total, 32 infants and toddlers have lost their lives in drop-side crib accidents in the last 10 years. The California Injury Lawyer supports the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's proposed ban on drop-side cribs.
• Do you have an Orange County medical malpractice case?   
  Medical malpractice is a term that encompasses a variety of acts by a medical professional or medical institution that cause injury or wrongful death. A personal injury attorney with experience in medical malpractice cases can help you determine if you have a medical injury case. The Orange County personal injury law firm of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie can help. If you have any questions, call our office at 866-981-5596.
• Finding a lawyer that specializes in wrongful death is important. Check out this article on how to start your search.   
  Wrongful death cases require a lawyer familiar with the California statutes and case authority for bringing a case, and how to maximize the benefits and economic recovery in such a case. Read this article to start your search.
• How is a wrongful death settlement distributed amongst my family and heirs after a California wrongful death claim is brought?   
  Your rights to the proceeds of a wrongful death case are dependent upon your financial and non-financial ties to the decedent. This article explains those rights.
• I was relying on someone, I was not related to, for financial support and they died from the wrongful conduct of another person. Can I bring a claim, even though I was not related or married to the person who died in California?   
  I was relying on someone, I was not related to, for financial support and they died from the wrongful conduct of another person. Can I bring a claim, even though I was not related or married to the person who died in California?
• How are damages calculated in a California wrongful death case?   
  How are damages calculated in a California wrongful death case? An attorney with 25 years in such claims explains.
• Your recovery from a wrongful death will take time, and great effort. Here is a list of "first steps" you can take now. Just one may help you immensely and they are not difficult.   
  Wrongful death can cause more than just a sense of financial and emotional loss, it can take your breath away for months, lead to loneliness, despair and depression. Here are some "first steps" you can easily take to start the process of addressing your feelings.

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Lawsuit process:

• Exercising your right to have Medicare pay for the treatment of your injuries after an accident will ensure that your settlement is protected. A California injury lawyer explains why.   
  Doctor's and hospitals often prefer to collect reimbursement directly from your accident settlement check. A California injury lawyer explains how allowing this could jeopardize the amount of compensation you receive—if any at all.
• A California injury lawyer discusses protecting personal information while pursuing an injury claim.   
  While pursuing an accident claim, the insurance company may request personal information from you, including your Social Security number. A California injury lawyer explains why and offers advice.
• A complex legal process stands between accident victims and the compensation they need for medical bills and other related expenses. A California personal injury lawyer provides accident recovery guidelines.   
  Recovering physically and financially from an accident often entails a difficult process. A California personal injury lawyer offers accident recovery guidelines.
• The California Injury Lawyers At Allen, Flatt, Ballidis, and Leslie Have A Proven Track Record Of Saving Clients Time And Money By Avoiding Costly Trials. Find Out How...   
• Have you been injured in an accident? If your employer's health insurance company has paid your medical expenses, it may also seize the compensation you receive from the accident settlement as reimbursement, leaving you with nothing. Find out how to protect your settlement.   
  Under ERISA law, health insurance companies are aggressively seeking full reimbursement from accident victims by seizing all of their accident settlement money, explains the California Injury Lawyer.
• Wasting juror time and costing them money is degrading our system of justice. What can be done now?   
  A point by point attack on the way we conduct trials and waste juror's valuable time. Read this article from a trial attorney on changes that need to be made now.
• In a personal injury case, does the other side get to have me examined by a doctor of their choosing?   
  A defense medical examination is an attempt by those opposing your claim to defeat your injury claims. It does not matter that you are truthfully hurt, these doctors are paid to tell all the reasons why you are not as hurt as your doctor claims. Read how to protect yourself.
• California accident and injury depositions? What are they and how can I help my case?   
  A deposition is not an opportunity to tell your story, and those that think so may find their case going to trial. Follow these suggestions from a California accident attorney to get you through your deposition.
• What is a jury trial and how do I win!   
  A simple to understand presentation on the process of trial and how to maximize your recovery.
• Primacy and its importance to winning at trial.   
  A description of the importance of primacy to prevailing at trial.
• The importance of primacy at trial, a real life example.   
  A real life example of why a trial can be lost becasue of primacy.
• What is a request for admission?   
  This article explains requests for admissions in California cases and how they can help win a case.
• What Is a 998 Offer to Compromise in California?   
  This article describes a 998 Offer to Compromise in California and how it can help or hurt your case.
• What is a California judicial arbitration?   
  Here is a simple to understand outline of arbitration in California and how it can benefit you.
• I Have Been Scheduled for a Status Conference in My Accident Case What Does That Mean?   
  To learn about a status conference, how to prepare and when to go, read this article.
• What is the subpoena in an accident case?   
  This article discusses what a subpoena does and how it is used in California.
• What is a Mandatory Settlement Conference?   
  This article describes the mandatory settlement conference and how it is useful in litigation.
• Request for production generally.   
  This article describes what a request for production is and how it is used in discovery.
• Request for production in auto accident cases.   
  Here is a description of the types of requests you should send for an auto accident case.
• Request for production in trip and slip and fall cases.   
  Here are some relevant documents in inspections to request in a trip and slip and fall case.
• Request for production in motorcycle accident cases.   
  This article describes the specific requests that should be made in a motorcycle accident case to present the best possible outcome at trial and settlement.
• Request for production in truck accident cases.   
  This article sets out those documents and things that should be requested in a California truck accident case.
• Request for production in truck accident cases.   
  This article sets out those documents and things that should be requested in a California truck accident case.
• Interrogatories to Ask in Auto Accident cases.   
  Use this article to form and understand the questions and information you need to obtain through interrogatories in an auto accident case.
• What are interrogatories?   
  A description of interrogatories and their use.
• Interrogatories in Bicycle Accidents cases.   
  This article describes interrogatories specifically designed for bicycle accident cases.
• Interrogatories to ask in motorcycle accident cases.   
  Specific interrogatories to ask in motorcycle accident cases.
• Interrogatories in truck accident cases.   
  This article notes specific questions that should be asked of the other driver and company operating the truck that struck you.
• Interrogatories to ask in dog bite cases.   
  Questions that you should ask in a dog bite case.
• Interrogatories to ask in wrongful death cases.   
  what questions should be asks in wrongful death cases.
• Filing a complaint in Superior Court in California.   
  This article describes the method and basic factors of filing a complaint in Superior Court in California after you have had an accident and when you are unable to settle your case.
• Service of process steps in California.   
  This article explains what service of process means and why you must serve your complaint on the other party to start the litigation process.
• Filing an answer to a complaint in California Courts.   
  This reference describes how a person, served with a complaint, must answer the complaint and when to file an answer.
• What is "discovery" in California accident and personal injury claims.   
  This article describes how to find out what the other party is saying about your claim. Use this guide to understand how to discover their defense or their admissions of liability and damages.

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Injury:

• California Personal Injury Lawyer   
  California personal injury lawyer tells how to recover financially after your accident. We get paid only after you are paid. Call 1 866-981-5596.
• Don’t Gamble With Your Recovery. Learn From an Orange County Injury Lawyer.   
  Don't gamble with your injury recovery. Learn the tricks insurance companies play from an Orange County injury lawyer and how to protect yourself with these simple steps. Call a qualified personal injury lawyer at 1 866-981-5596 for an absolutely free consultation and learn your rights. You will not regret the call.
• Pursuing a Claim Without First Calling a Riverside Injury Lawyer Is Gambling Against Large Odds.   
  A Riverside injury lawyer reveals tricks insurance companies use to deny you rightful claims. Don't gamble with your rights, request a free, tell all book or Call 1-866-981 5596.
• Athletes and Concussions: What You Need To Know to Avoid Serious Brain Injury.   
  Sports-related concussions are on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control, sports-related concussions occur in the United States three million times per year, and among young people ages 15 to 24 concussions are second only to motor vehicle accidents as a leading cause of traumatic brain injury. If you have sustained a concussion in a sporting event, make sure you get the medical care needed to allow your injury to heal. Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injury and can lead to permanent brain damage if not treated. Do not allow your coach or team to pressure you into coming back until you have been cleared by a medical doctor.
  The Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie realize the unique impact accidents have on athletes. We’ve written a free book to help you with your recovery: “Athletes and Accidents. 9 Pitfalls That Can Delay Your Recovery.” Request your copy online or call 866-981-5596.
• Extremely painful, disc injuries result from strong impacts to the body, such as from an auto accident or slip and fall. An Orange County injury lawyer discusses the causes and symptoms of these serious injuries.   
  Spinal discs are essential to the body's range of movement. Injuries to them, whether from an auto accident or slip and fall, can be physically painful and limiting. An Orange County injury lawyer discusses the causes and symptoms of disc injury.
• Garden Grove Toddler Drowns In Enclosed Swimming Pool   
  Garden Grove Toddler Drowns in Backyard Swimming Pool. Swimming Accidents Occur Frequently in the Summer. An Orange County Accident Attorney Offers Suggestions for Prevention
• Cheerleading: the surprising leading cause of injury for Orange County's female athletes.   
  According to the National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research, cheerleading accounts for 65% of all catastrophic injuries in high school and college women. To keep cheerleading safe, schools should ensure that coaches are qualified and certified and that proper safety procedures are followed. If you believe your sports injury is due to a lack of safety measures, inadequate training or inadequate supervision, you may have a personal injury case. Contact the Orange county personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 866-981-5596 to learn more. The initial consultation is always free.
• Subdural Hematoma, what type of brain injury is it, and what symptoms does it cause?   
  Subdural Hematoma brain injury, what it is and what it does, as described by a California injury attorney. Call for free help if you suffer from a brain accident caused by an accident or fall.
• Epidural Hematoma, what type of brain injury is it and what symptoms occur?   
  Epidural Hematoma, the brain injury that occurs below the skull. What is it and what symptoms can be caused by it, as explained by a California brain injury lawyer.
• Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, what it is and the symptoms that can be expected from this brain injury.   
  Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, the symptoms and difficulties caused by this type of head injury as described by a California head injury lawyer. Call for help at 1 866 981-5596 if you suffer from such injuries because of an accident or collision.
• Intraparenchymal hemorrhage, a description and symptoms related to this brain injury.   
  Intraparenchymal hemorrhage symptoms and description of this type of brain injury from a California head injury lawyer. If you suffer from a brain injury because of a bicycle or pedestrian or truck accident, call an experienced attorney for help at 866 981-5596.
• Skull fractures their causes and description of symptoms   
  Skull fractures that occur from accidents and injuries as described by a California head injury and accident attorney. If you need help call us at 866 981-5596.
• Brain and head injury caused by accidents, symptoms, diagnoses and treatment options.   
  Brain injury, head injury: a description of the symptoms, treatment and steps to follow to properly manage this type of injury as described by a California brain injury lawyer. If you suffered from a head or brain injury because of a cycle, auto or pedestrian accident, contact a California brain injury lawyer at 866-981-5596 to discuss your concerns.
• Spinal Discs, what do they do in your spine.   
  Spinal discs: their anatomy, design and function.
• Disc injury, how it occurs and how it is treated after an accident.   
  Disc injury can occur from auto, motorcycle or truck accidents, cycling accidents or having been struck as a pedestrian. Learn how your disc is injured.
• Spinal Disc testing alternatives used to diagnose injury   
  Tests that orthopedists run for diagnosing disc injury are important and the California injury lawyer must understand the reason and purpose of these tests to properly advocate for your case. Call an experienced California injury lawyer to advance your claim at 1 866 981-5596.
• Physical therapy and chiropractic treatment options for spinal injury.   
  A California spinal injury lawyer discusses physical therapy and chiropractic care for spinal disc injury. Call us at a 866-981-5596 for a free discussion on your rights and needs after spinal injury.
• Traction and stretching machines and their ability to correct spinal disc injury.   
  Traction and stretching treatment of disc injury may be a viable alternative to surgery. Read how to evaluate your needs from a California spinal injury lawyer, or call us for help at 1 866-981-5596.
• Non-surgical remedies for disc injury after rhysical therapy fails.   
  What to consider for spinal disc injury after physical therapy has failed. Don't give up hope, consider these options when trying to resolve disc injury short of surgery as explained by a California spinal injury attorney. You can call for help at 1 866-981-5596 at no charge to you if you feel overwhelmed.
• Spinal disc surgery options, the latest advancements from laminectomy to fusion to artificial disc insertions.   
  Surgical options are available for spinal injury. Here is the latest technology and options for those that must consider surgery as an option for treatment of spinal disc injury.
• Shoulder injury and what to do next!   
  Typical shoulder injuries from auto, motorcycle, bicycle and pedestrian accidents and how they are diagnosed and treated.
• Soft tissue injury to the neck and back.   
  A description of soft tissue injury and treatment options.
• Knee injuries from accidents.   
  Typical knee injuries and how to treat them.
• Spinal ligament injury and treatment caused by accidents.   
  A description of the cause and treatment of spinal ligament injury.
• Spinal disc injury and remedies you can choose after an accident.   
  A description of spinal disc injury and remedies offered after an accident.

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• After evaluating the play set on which a four-year-old sustained a broken arm, a California injury lawyer discovers hidden children dangers with the set and the playground   
  A California injury lawyer discusses the importance of conducting thorough research when determining the cause of an accident and how this process enabled him to uncover hidden children dangers at a playground where a young child suffered a broken arm.
• Several Fisher-Price Toys for Infants and Toddlers Have Been Recalled Due to Children Dangers. A California Injury Lawyer Offers a List of the Products.   
• Eggs And Fruit Blamed As Salmonella Sickens Hundreds Of Californians. Do Food Poisoning Victims Have Legal Rights?   
  The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health warned Southern Californians of two nationwide food recalls linked to salmonella. The outbreaks have sickened more than 268 people in California. When manufacturers, growers, restaurateurs and retailers are negligent in ensuring proper food handling and hygiene, they may be considered liable when their tainted food is consumed by the public. If you or a family member has suffered from severe food poisoning in Orange County, you may be wondering about your legal rights. The personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie may be able to help. For more information, call 1-866-981-5596.
• Health Insurers Are Seizing Entire Accident Settlement, according to a California Injury Lawyer, Leaving Injury Victims Devastated. Protect yourself.   
  Health Insurers Are Seizing Entire Accident Settlement, according to a California Injury Lawyer, Leaving Injury Victims Devastated. Protect yourself.
• Our Orange County personal injury attorneys with your family a safe and happy Independence Day   
  The Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie wish you and your family a happy and safe Fourth of July weekend. We hope you have a great Independence Day, but if someone you love is injured, our attorneys are here to help. Contact our office at 866-981-5596.
• Recalled products can cause serious injury and even wrongful death. Learn about dangerous products recalled from Orange County area stores.   
  Recalled products can cause serious injury and even wrongful death. This article lists some products that have been recalled from Orange County retailers. If you or a loved one have been injured by any of these products, you may have a personal injury case. If you have questions or concerns, contact the attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie to learn more. 866-981-5596.
• Depositions can be nerve racking, Use these steps to prepare and do well in a deposition.   
  A short list of things you can do to make your deposition go smoothly and help your case as outlined by 25 year veteran attorney James Ballidis. If you are not getting this level of service from your attorney call us to discuss your right to change attorneys at no cost to you. Call now at 1 866-981-5596.
• Tylenol manufacturer recalls many popular medications due to chemical contamination. Are you affected?   
  McNeil Healthcare, the makers of Tylenol, announced that they are recalling several of the most popular over-the-counter medications due to contamination with the chemical TDA. The California injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie have compiled a list of the products to help you determine if you are affected by the recall. If you've been injured by a dangerous drug, we may be able to help. Call 866-981-5596 to learn more.
• Common accident injuries: head injury signs and symptoms   
  Car crashes are the most common cause of head injuries worldwide. Learn about the types of head injuries, the symptoms and when to seek emergency help. If you have been injured in accident and have a head injury, you may be eligible for compensation. Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie have successfully represented Southern California personal injury cases since 1974. Call 866-981-5596 today for a free case review.
• What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims against the State of California or local government?   
  Governmental claims statutes require a claim be filed within 6 months for injury or damages related to negligent conduct of the entity or employees. There are, however, exceptions, so read this article to review your rights.
• What is Involved in an Orange County Personal Injury Case?   
  If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit. This article discusses the factors involved in personal injury cases. Contact an Orange County personal injury attorney at the law office of Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie today at 866-981-5596 for a free legal consultation.
• Worried about being contacted by the insurance adjuster? It's a normal feeling! Here are tips on how to handle the call.   
  If you have been involved in a car accident, you will receive requests from both your insurance company and the insurance company representing the other party. Both insurance companies are doing this with one goal in mind: minimize their payout on the claim. Follow this tip sheet to make sure you don't jeopardize your personal injury claim during a phone interview or call us at 866-981-5596 for immediate help.
• Need Help? The Keys to Success And What We Can Do For You!   
  Need Help? The Keys to Success And What We Can Do For You!

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