Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP Blog Posts
Common types of reckless driving behaviors
It may come as no surprise that certain types of driving behaviors could prove hazardous. Drivers in California who exhibit reckless driving behaviors may run a greater risk of creating dangerous situations, and car accidents involving such negligence could leave...
Construction worker hit, killed by falling object
Construction workers in California and elsewhere may face a variety of safety hazards while operating at the site of a new project. With heavy duty machines transporting materials across the site, the threat of falling objects remains an ever-present concern for many...
Head-on crash in California kills 1, injures 5
It may come as no surprise that driving at a high rate of speed can be dangerous, as such behavior could take a significant toll on one’s ability to safety operate a vehicle. It could take little more than a sharp curve or moment of inattention for a speeding driver...
Austin area sees more than 100 car accident recently
The Austin area of Texas does not usually see a lot of wintry weather each year. Although driving in icy and snowy conditions can cause problems for drivers anywhere, those who are not used to traveling in inclement weather may not know to adjust their driving...
Driver impairment doesn’t always mean alcohol
While impairment has historically meant that a driver was behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol, the definition has since expanded to include drugs. Additionally, as the strength of both prescription medication and over the counter remedies has increased,...
1 killed after wall collapses during construction accident
While safety hazards may exist in virtually all professions, some fields might inherently prove somewhat more dangerous than others. Individuals in California who operate in the construction industry could encounter a variety of potential safety risks each day, such...
Dealing with soft tissue injuries after a collision
A car is a necessity for many people, and driving to and from things like work or school is simply not optional. While driving every day might be relatively normal for most people, that does not mean it is safe. Car accidents are a real and present risk on California...
Identifying traumatic brain injuries after an accident
There are few things in life more devastating than being involved in a serious car accident. Traumatic brain injuries are sadly not that uncommon in car wrecks either, and recovery is often a long, tiresome road. Recovery can be even longer when victims fail to...
Fatal car accident injuries on the rise
Despite decades of improved roadway safety, experts say that American drivers are increasingly willing to take risks behind the wheel. This growing trend puts California drivers at risk for serious or even fatal car accident injuries. Some of the risky behavior cited...
Appropriate steps after the wrongful death of a loved one
The unexpected death of a loved one is a traumatic event for a California family, especially when it is clear the death was the result of the reckless or negligent actions of another party. If your family is grieving a sudden loss because of these reasons, you may...
Watch for signs of brain injury after a collision
An uneventful trip along a California highway can take a sudden turn for the worse if a distracted or drunk driver is nearby. The blunt force trauma that occurs upon impact in a motor vehicle collision can cause life-threatening injuries. It can also result in hidden...
Traumatic brain injuries can alter brain functions
While many people in San Diego and elsewhere may think of car accidents as commonplace, they can often be life-changing events. Far too often, individuals suffer serious injuries to their head that result in traumatic brain injuries. These injuries can range in...
Distracted driving is a pervasive problem
In a world filled with smartphones with easy access to social media, streaming apps and video calls at the touch of a button, it can be difficult to stay focused on the task at hand. Unfortunately, many drivers in California seem to have lost the battle between...
Serious injuries result after car crashes into café
Many people who are enjoying a day out may not realize the risks they face even during mundane activities. Unfortunately, no one is immune to suffering serious injuries in an unexpected accident, and in some cases, those accidents can occur under startling...
The long-term side effects of a traumatic brain injury
When someone suffers a serious head injury, the damage can have long-term or even permanent implications for the victim. In some cases, the individual who suffered the injury is unaware of the true severity of the injury until days or weeks after the accident....
Various factors could affect severity of a brain injury
The brain is one of the most important and complex organs in the body, and when it suffers an injury, the effects can vary from person to person. Of course, in addition to the factors relating to a specific person, several other details could affect the severity of a...
Construction accident causes worker to lose both legs
It is not unusual for people to work in the same job for decades or even the duration of their careers without being involved in an injury-causing accident. Unfortunately, the chances of being involved in such an incident can increase in certain professions,...
Collision involving semi has multiple injuries, leaves 1 critical
Though accidents on roads are not unusual, each one is different and can have different outcomes. Unfortunately, a collision involving a semi-truck is highly likely to result in serious or even fatal injuries for those involved. It is also not unusual for those...
Unusual roadway accident has fatal outcomes
Some incidents that occur on roadways can seem like freak accidents. The circumstances can seem bizarre or unlikely, but it is common for an investigation into such incidents to find a simple and avoidable cause to serious car accidents. Unfortunately, that cause...
How can you determine who is at fault in a truck accident?
Truck accidents have the potential to cause significant damage and detrimental injuries, even in a low-speed crash. Trucks are significantly larger and heavier than other vehicles on the road, making it likely that an accident will result in injury and have other...
Long-term effects could stem from mild traumatic brain injury
Protecting one’s head is advice given in a variety of scenarios. From playing contact sports to riding a bicycle, head protection is often a necessity if one hopes to avoid serious injuries to the brain. Of course, even if San Diego residents take necessary...
Physical therapy often needed after traumatic brain injury
Most San Diego residents are grateful for their health and their abilities. Of course, a person’s health and his or her ability to carry out daily tasks or even handle personal care could change in an instant. In particular, a person could end up involved in a serious...
Overbearing HOA board could impose outlandish rules
Living in an area with a homeowners’ association can certainly come with its pros and cons for California residents. For some, knowing that they will live in an area that has regulations on property appearance may help them feel more secure that their property value...
Extended treatment often necessary for brain injury
The brain controls the majority of bodily functions, and when the brain suffers harm, a person could face effects that he or she never imagined. A brain injury can have lasting outcomes that significantly impede the amount of independence a person has. Unfortunately,...
Wrongful death claim could result from fatal crash
Losing a loved one in a car accident is a life-changing event that can affect surviving loved ones in unimaginable ways. Because it is such a harrowing event, it can take time for family members to come to terms with what happened. In some cases, the financial...
The short and long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries
An accident can change your life in many ways, especially if you suffered any type of brain injury. Even a minor head injury can lead to major consequences, leaving you with side effects and other problems that may continue to affect you well into the future. Brain...
Class action lawsuit results from construction defects
Moving into a newly constructed home is often an exciting time. The idea of feeling safe and secure with all new amenities in a home can often justify the cost of possibly paying more for a home built to desired specifications or that owners know will not have issues...
Fatal motorcycle accident may give cause for wrongful death claim
Though driving a motorcycle can be an enjoyable form of transportation, it also comes with some serious risks. Most motorcyclists do not need to be reminded of the risks because they understand how close they could come to suffering serious injuries or even losing...
3 construction defects that could lead to severe injuries
Construction is a dangerous industry. It is one in which workers in San Diego and elsewhere could suffer harm while working on a project, or individuals inside a building or other structure could be at risk if construction defects exist. While some defects may be...
Reckless behavior leads to fatal car accident
It is a tragedy when any young person suddenly loses his or her life. Parents never want to fathom that this type of event could affect their family, but far too often, teens are killed in car accidents due to reckless behavior. In some cases, the victims are innocent...
The long-term effects of a traumatic brain injury
An accident can change the life of a victim in an instant, especially if the victim suffered serious injuries. Traumatic brain injuries are common injuries suffered in car accidents, and they can have a long-term impact on a person’s ability to work and live a normal...
Signs of a traumatic brain injury can be immediate or delayed
There are some life-changing events in life that no one can prepare for, like a car accident or other event caused by a person’s recklessness or negligence. Unfortunately, such events could result in someone suffering a traumatic brain injury. A TBI can range in...
San Diego car accident has fatal results
Young people behind the wheel can make anyone nervous. While many new drivers take the responsibility of driving safely seriously, too many others are reckless or negligent with their new privilege. Unfortunately, teen drivers contribute to serious car accidents, and...
Tragic outcomes result from San Diego car accident
Being a pedestrian is the chosen way to travel for many individuals. If they are going a short way or simply want the exercise, they may choose to go on foot. Of course, if they are walking near roadways, they face the risk of being involved in a serious car accident...
California roads plagued by speeding drivers during pandemic
For more than a year, the United States has been fighting against a dangerous and deadly problem that was largely unexpected and difficult to avoid without significant disruption to one’s life. The problem, of course, was the Covid-19 pandemic, which is now beginning...
Traumatic brain injury symptoms can show up weeks after crash
Suffering a serious injury can change the course of one’s life. Unfortunately, car accidents on California roadways can easily cause life-changing injuries that are difficult for individuals to recover from. In some cases, victims of a crash could suffer a traumatic...
How TBI-related personality changes can impact a loved one
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can lead to devastating, lifelong conditions. From chronic headaches and blurred vision to memory lapses and cognitive impairment, individuals can struggle through a broad array of symptoms following brain trauma. Unfortunately,...
