Eugene Bruno & Associates
Walk Like MADD Carlsbad 2019
Our firm was one of the 2019 Walk Like MADD event sponsors. The event aims to raise awareness and funds to eliminate drugged and drunk driving. This is a nationwide event occurring in 90 cities. Some of the firm participated in the walk while others remained at the booth passing out snacks and beverages to the participants.
2020 Scholarship Winner
Congratulations to our 2020 scholarship winner, Joseph Blount. Joseph, age 20, was born and raised in San Diego and currently lives in the Mid City area.
Walk Like MADD San Diego 2017
The firm walked in and raised over $500 to help end drunk driving in our community. The event was successful in raising over $80,000 with over 600 walkers. The event is held yearly by the San Diego MADD chapter.
Can Distracted Driving Cause Blindness?
Ok, not real blindness. But it can cause something psychologists call intentional blindness, which is the failure to notice something because you weren’t expecting to see it and you were focusing on something else. It explains why you don’t notice what is right in front of you. Over the years, I have heard the same story from countless car accident defendants: they looked, but they did not see my client’s car. Many claim that my client’s vehicle “came from out of nowhere,” except it didn’t really, did it?
We Have the Technology to Stop Drunk Driving
It used to be that vehicles did not have seatbelts, anti-lock brakes, or air bags. When these technologies were new, some people questioned whether they were needed and whether they would really make us safer. Now we know these technologies save countless lives every year. Today, there is even newer and better technology, including technology to prevent drunk driving.
Be Careful About What You Post Online
What is the connection between a car accident and social media? The answer may surprise you. Insurance companies want access to your social media. They want to go through all of your photos. They want to read all of your posts. They want to find out who all of your friends are. They are trying to dig up some dirt on you. They do this because they don’t believe you were really hurt in that crash and they don’t want to compensate you for what you’re going through. The insurance company is invading your privacy just so they try to deny your personal injury claim. Are you going to let them do that? What can you do to protect yourself?
Wearable Technology and Your Privacy
Wearable technology (activity/fitness trackers such as FitBit®) and health/wellness smartphone apps that measure, record and/or track movement, steps, physical activities, sleep, heart rate, biometrics, etc. can be another source of information that can be used against you in your injury case.
San Diego CHP Will be Cracking Down Over Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is almost here and that means a lot more drivers will be on the road over the three day weekend. Please drive safely, buckle up, and don’t drive under the influence. Remember, buzzed driving is still DUI. Also, make sure all child passengers are safely buckled up in car seats or booster seats. Last year, 31 people died in car accidents in California and 78% of those killed were not wearing a seatbelt.
May is Bicycle Safety Month
Bicyclists may be commuting to work, riding for exercise, training for charity rides or just out to enjoy the day. Even wearing safety gear, bicyclists are not well protected in the event of a crash and much more likely to be seriously injured. Remember, bicyclists are our parents, friends, and neighbors with loved ones who are counting on them to return home safely. By following these safety tips, bicyclists and drivers can work together to help keep our roads safe for bicyclists.
Can You Get PTSD From a Car Accident?
PTSD is a type of anxiety disorder that can occur after a person experiences a traumatic event or serious injury. It can occur in about half of all people who are injured in car accidents. PTSD may adversely affect your overall recovery following a car accident. Without treatment, PTSD can make it difficult to return to your regular activities of daily living. A PTSD diagnosis must be made by a physician based on specific behaviors or symptoms, including:
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