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Defining Distracted Driving

By Aline Miranda on October 22, 2013

Distracted driving is the leading cause of car accidents across the nation, and results in countless crashes in the San Diego area each day. Distracted driving goes beyond just texting behind the wheel, however; distractions fall under three main categories.

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Seat Belt Use When Expecting

By Aline Miranda on June 27, 2013

It may be more difficult to buckle up in your third trimester of pregnancy, but buckling up protects two lives instead of one. There is never a time when you should not use a seat belt– even during pregnancy. Simply adjust the belt so that it is comfortable but still snug enough to keep you safe. You may wish to – and actually need to – adjust your seat as you get into the later months of the pregnancy.

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When The Insurance Company Wants a Medical Authorization

By Aline Miranda on June 7, 2013

Many insurance companies will make a low ball settlement offer and refuse to increase it without first seeing your medical records Do you have a right to refuse to turn over your medical records? The answer is both yes and no.

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Woman Killed in Head-On Collision

By Aline Miranda on May 27, 2013

Palm City – On May 16, 2013, a fatal head-on collision occurred around 8:40 a.m. in the 2600 block of Coronado Avenue, just east of the Interstate 5, according to the San Diego police.

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Mom Accidentally Hits 2-Year-Old Son With Car

By Aline Miranda on May 20, 2013

Escondido, California – On May 19, 2013, U-T San Diego reported that a mother had accidentally hit her 2-year-old boy while she was backing her car out of her driveway in Escondido.

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Understanding a Statutory Offer to Compromise Under CCP Section 998

By Aline Miranda on May 8, 2013

California courts follow the rule known as “loser pays,” which means that the “prevailing party” in a lawsuit is awarded certain costs of litigation (not including attorney’s fees). The “prevailing party” is the party who obtains a monetary award from the jury.

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New Court Ruling Further Limits Evidence of Medical Expenses

By Aline Miranda on May 1, 2013

Yesterday, the Appellate Court issued another ruling in consolidated cases that unquestionably will further limit an injured person’s ability to prove at trial just how much the defendant’s negligence has cost her.

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State Budget Cuts Are Causing Trial Delays

By Aline Miranda on April 30, 2013

The governor announced another round of budget cuts and that’s got me thinking about how much longer good people who were hurt in accidents that weren’t their fault will have to wait for justice. Unfortunately, they may be waiting even longer.

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Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

By Aline Miranda on February 26, 2013

According to DMV.org, “Hiring a personal injury attorney can help you get the most for your claim. … Many auto insurance companies will offer lower settlement amounts to persons not working with a personal injury attorney.”

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Don’t Sign Anything Without Getting Some Advice First!

By Aline Miranda on February 19, 2013

When the other driver’s insurance company makes you a settlement offer and promises to keep the medical portion of your claim open, watch out!

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