News: Car Accidents

If you are paralyzed in a car accident caused by someone else or at least partly caused by someone else, you have the right to recover compensation from the wrongdoer in California. Paralysis damages can be substantial, and getting appropriate compensation may be challenging, however, someone who became paralyzed after being injured in a car […]

The car accident lawyers at Curtis Legal Group have seen countless car accidents that result in life-altering injuries. Below, we discuss 7 types of car accident injuries: Whiplash Traumatic Brain Injury Spinal Cord Damage Internal Bleeding Burns Amputations Broken Bones Legal Options after sustaining Car Accident Injuries 1. Whiplash Even an apparently minor rear-end car […]

1. Cervical Vertebrae Injury The spinal column is made up of stacked bones called vertebrae. The vertebrae in the neck are called cervical vertebrae, and there are seven of them. The closer to the brain a cervical spinal cord injury occurs, the more severe the resulting damage to the entire body. A high cervical spinal […]

When you get injured in a car accident, the medical bills can add up fast. A trip to the hospital in an ambulance and an evaluation by emergency room doctors can turn into thousands of dollars’ worth of medical care. Those bills will be addressed to the person who received the services and that person […]

The severity of a whiplash injury should never be underestimated. Whiplash injuries should be taken very seriously, especially because they are not always apparent to the person that has suffered the injury. Unfortunately, many people suffer from whiplash injuries for months and years after a car accident has occurred and do not address the issue before […]

I had troubles with an insurance company after an accident, and I went to Curtis Legal Group for help. Andrew Mendlin helped me out through a difficult time. He was able to resolve the matter quickly and I was able to have peace again. Andrew Mendlin is the best, and very knowledgeable. He knows his […]

Motor vehicle accidents are one of the most common reasons people have head injuries. Head injuries tend to be serious because the head houses the brain, and damage to the brain can mean life-changing mental and physical impairment. It can be difficult to evaluate the extent of the damage caused by a head injury because every person will be affected differently based on individual characteristics, what part of the head was injured, and the severity of the injury.

Our client was driving westbound on a city street in Modesto, California.  The defendant was driving eastbound on the same street and made a left turn in front of our client, causing a violent collision.  Our client suffered fractures to her neck which required surgical intervention.  Our Modesto personal injury lawyers at Curtis Legal Group […]

Our client’s auto was struck by another driver running a red light. Our client had pre-existing back issues dating back some years and the accident exacerbated these conditions and increased his symptoms. He required medical treatment, including spinal decompression. Despite the defense arguing that his injuries were pre-existing, Curtis Legal Group secured a six figure […]

Our client was driving in the westbound direction of Greenback Lane when defendant pulled out of a parking lot then proceeded to switch lanes, turning directly into the path of our client and causing a collision. Our client suffered severe neck pain and other car accident injuries. Our Sacramento Car Accident Lawyers were able to […]

Our client was driving on Highway 88 when defendant made a left turn directly in front of her. The impact caused our client’s car to spin out of control and hit a third vehicle. Our client suffered severe cervical injuries requiring surgery and also suffered from PTSD. Despite multiple claimants represented by other counsel, we […]

California reported almost 500,000 car accidents in 2017 alone, resulting in 276,823 injuries. The odds are against you going your entire driving life without an accident of some kind, so you should know that what you do after an accident is very important, whether you’re involved in a relatively minor fender bender or a serious crash involving serious injury.

California right-of-way laws have many exceptions to the rules, leading to frequent confusion among drivers, making it essential for drivers as well as pedestrians, to understand the many legal nuances. Intersection Right of Way/ 4 Way Stop Who has the right of way at an intersection varies depending on the scenario: At a four-way stop, […]

Rear-end traffic accidents are among the most common car accidents in California and across the United States. Common sense would tell us that the rear driver is always at fault for a rear-end accident; however, each wreck is different. Every accident has specific facts about the drivers and the roadway that complicate the assignment of […]

The driver, any passengers, the owner of the vehicle, or the parent/guardian of someone involved in an auto accident can request a police report from the Sacramento Police Department after it has been filed. Requirements for Obtaining a Police Report in Sacramento Sacramento car accident reports requested from the California Highway Patrol (CHP), and the […]

Using a cell phone while driving isn’t just dangerous, it’s illegal in California. Nearly all states have some type of cell phone ban, but California completely bans the use of texting at all times while driving a vehicle. Under California law, drivers cannot use a cell phone or similar electronic communication device while driving. There […]

If you’re seeking compensation for a car accident, you should be aware that insurance companies can deny claims for a variety of reasons. Even if a driver was not at fault for a car wreck, their claim can still end up being denied. Five Reasons Why Insurance Companies Deny Car Accident Claims Both Drivers Were […]

A number of Sacramento intersections have been found extremely dangerous. In order to help drivers, passengers, and pedestrians stay safer while driving, our car accident lawyers have compiled a list of the top 10 most dangerous Sacramento intersections. 1. Folsom Boulevard and Howe Avenue Roughly 77,000 vehicles pass this Sacramento intersection every day and that […]

Client was driving an older sedan and legally entered an intersection when a tractor truck ran a red light crashing into our client’s car door. Our client’s sedan caved in and our client had to be extricated from her car by the “jaws of life.” Our client suffered several pelvic fractures as well as a […]

Our client was driving a 2007 Chevy sedan with two family members seated in the sedan. Suddenly, a Jeep truck, traveling in the opposite direction, spun out of control and struck the Chevy sedan head-on. The driver and her occupants suffered severe leg, chest, and facial injuries. All of the sedan occupants hired Curtis Legal […]

Client injured her back in a California highway car accident and had no health insurance. Curtis Legal Group was able to help her find medical providers who would treat her without any upfront costs with the promise that the bills would be paid at the conclusion of the case. She was first seen by a […]

I am so grateful for Curtis Legal Group. They made a very difficult and scary time in my life easy and effortless. Having sustained a spinal fracture and neck injury, from a head on collision, I turned to them for legal counsel. My expectations were met and the settlement was more than I could’ve imagined. […]

If you were hit by a company vehicle, such as in an accident with a delivery truck, you may be able to receive compensation for the car accident. One source of coverage may be the negligent driver’s employer. If the at-fault driver was on an errand for their employer at the time of the accident, […]

Our client was a front-seat passenger in a motor vehicle that crashed into another car and rolled over. The driver of that vehicle was distracted and crossed the center line causing a head-on collision. As a result, our client suffered significant injuries and was left permanently disabled. The at-fault driver had a small insurance policy […]

California is considered one of the most pedestrian-friendly states, with highly accessible metropolitan areas and gorgeous year-round weather. Whether walking to work, down to your favorite restaurant, or to one of the many hiking trails in the state, pedestrians in California are within walking distance of many desirable places. Even with a steady flow of […]

Being in a car accident can be, at best, an unpleasant experience and, at worst, fatal. In California, there are specific laws related to car accidents that you should be aware of, just in case you get into a wreck. After a car crash, you get one chance to obtain the maximum amount of compensation […]

3 Steps to Take After a Hit and Run Accident While at the scene of the accident, if you have been hit by a driver who fled the scene, try to move your car to a safe location and check yourself and others for injuries. Call emergency services to notify the police and first responders […]

Our client was a backseat passenger in a vehicle occupied by three other persons. Their vehicle was rear-ended at a high speed of approximately 70 mph by a driver on Interstate 80. They were hit so hard the rear windows to the vehicle were shattered and the impact pushed their vehicle into the vehicle in […]

I was in an automobile accident in October and had no idea what to do. I called around and found Curtis Legal Group. They fought for me and got me an amazing settlement! It was stress free. I would use them again if I ever had another accident. -Shelby Cradick, Sacramento

A car accident is unexpected and happens fast. The chaos of the moment makes it easy to forget what to do when you find yourself in a car accident. This list of 10 things to do if involved in a car accident will help you remember what to do should you find yourself in this situation. One of the leading causes of an unsuccessful case is not having enough information. Feel free to print this out and keep it in your car.

Thank you so much for helping me out with my legal matter. I had tried in vain to get a response from the insurance company. I finally gave up and called the Curtis Legal Group, we started getting results right away. I recommend them to anyone who needs legal help. -Eduardo Maciel, Modesto

I never thought that I would have such a positive experience after a car accident. I literally didn’t have to do anything but take of myself and get better. I can’t thank you and your staff enough for taking care of me during this difficult time. They took care of things I didn’t even think […]

Our client was a passenger in a vehicle making a left turn at an intersection. Another vehicle came speeding into the intersection from the opposite direction, running the red light and crashing into our client’s car. Our client suffered neck and back injuries. We were able to help her get much needed medical treatment even […]

Our client, a pedestrian, was crossing a street in the early morning hours after purchasing a coffee. He was struck by a driver who was on his way to work and thrown a great distance. He suffered from a compound tibia/fibula fracture, a broken humerus, a torn rotator cuff, and neck and pelvic fractures. He […]

Our client was turning right into a parking space when the defendant driver attempted to pass him on the right, causing a collision. Our client’s truck sustained only $2,700 worth of damage, but we were able to establish that the impact exacerbated and/or caused a rotator cuff tear, requiring surgeries. We obtained combined policy limits […]

Our client suffered several injuries as a result of a motor vehicle crash occurring in San Joaquin County, California. The adverse driver crossed several lanes and then crashed into our client’s car. Our client struck his head in the accident. He suffered soft tissue injuries as well as hearing loss. We were able to investigate […]

This law firm really stands out in terms of their dedication, compassion and customer service. Highly experienced and their attorneys are responsive and attentive to needs of their clients. Attorney Maria Jaime has handled many car accident cases for many of my family members and she is wonderful to work with! -Cesar Juarez, Modesto

I have had to use attorney’s a few times in my life. I usually have had to remind them of my name what my case was about etc etc. Not the case with Ellen Hung and Curtis Legal. Ellen always kept me in the loop. She remembered every detail of my case. She even remembered […]