5 Boating Safety Tips
January 25th, 2016
Boating is one of the best parts of living in San Francisco. From the Waterfront to open Bay, we have some of the most beautiful waterways in the country. However, before you get out on the water this year, consider the following boating safety tips to make sure your trip is both fun and safe: […]
How to Lose Your Case Before It Even Starts
January 11th, 2016
There are a number of reasons why you shouldn’t attempt to handle your own injury claim. On average, accident victims with an attorney get more money. That fact alone should be enough incentive to call a lawyer after your accident. But beyond the possibility of getting more for your claim, here are two factors to […]
Common Insurance Company Tactics
January 4th, 2016
A serious car accident can be traumatic. What makes it worse is dealing with the insurance company. You’ve been seriously injured and need to focus on your recovery. You would think the insurance company would be on your side, but unfortunately, that’s not the case. In fact, they’re depending on the fact that you’re desperate so […]
Stay Safe While You Cook This Thanksgiving
November 23rd, 2015
It only takes one bite to know that flash frying a turkey is an effective and tasty way to cook your bird for Thanksgiving. If this is your plan, you should be aware of the risks of suffering a fire and burn injury while frying a turkey. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) estimates that each Thanksgiving, as […]
Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse and How to Prevent Them
October 5th, 2015
The elderly population in the United States is suffering abuse and neglect at an alarming rate. Estimates show that 1-in-10 American citizens over age 65 will be harmed by a loved one or caregiver this year. However, officials say that number could be much higher, considering only 1-in-44 cases of nursing home abuse or neglect […]
California Environmental Injury Lawyers Discuss Hazards Residents Face After Wildfires
September 22nd, 2015
In recent weeks, wildfires have ravaged Northern California, destroying homes, businesses, and land along the way. As many residents make their way back to the area after being evacuated, our California environmental injury lawyers would like to warn you of certain risks you may be facing. Inhalation of smoke is one of the greatest potential […]
Why Are California Motorcycle Accidents Increasing in the Bay Area?
September 15th, 2015
The Bay Area has recently seen a dramatic increase in the number of highway accidents involving motorcycles. Our California motorcycle accident attorneys at Berg Injury Lawyers explain that a recent investigation looked into the phenomenon in hopes of uncovering a cause for the string of crashes. It began at 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, […]
The Process of Getting Approved for Social Security Disability in California
August 4th, 2015
Suffering from a debilitating injury or illness can be a financial strain due to the overwhelming medical bills that can accompany such a condition combined with an inability to work and earn income. Fortunately, many who are facing these types of circumstances may be capable of qualifying for Social Security Disability benefits; however, our California […]
Drug Injuries Raise Questions Regarding California Nursing Home Abuse
July 6th, 2015
Nursing home abuse can be defined as any willful or negligent act that causes harm to an elderly patient. One of the most common forms of nursing home abuse being reported today involves giving patients medications that may be unsafe. Our California nursing home abuse lawyers at Berg Injury Lawyers point out that antipsychotic medications […]
Takata Airbag Recall Expanded to Include More Vehicles
June 1st, 2015
If you’re ever in an automobile accident, you may depend on safety devices called airbags to save your life. These devices work by inflating a fabric balloon in the event of a crash, which prevents the vehicle’s occupants from hitting the frame, dashboard, steering wheel , or other interior surfaces of the car or truck […]
