It is now legal for motorcycles to split lanes in California. Does this mean that if a motorcycle accident occurs while the rider is lane splitting, that they cannot be found at fault? It does not. Keep reading to learn more about how fault is determined in lane splitting accidents, then contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for...
Many people believe they know what to do if they are involved in a car accident but in many cases they may do something they should not do – or not do something they should do. Check out this simple quiz of dos and don’ts to find out how much you know about what to do after...
If you or a loved one has suffered greatly due to being misdiagnosed then you will likely wonder: Can I sue a hospital for misdiagnosis? The answer is not as simple as yes or no. Keep reading to learn more about the complications of these cases. If you have questions or require a free legal...
We all know that car accidents happen every day, but when most people think of an accident they think of a road or highway – they don’t think of parking lots. The fact is that parking lots can be more dangerous than you may think – especially for accidents involving pedestrians. While the injuries in...
If you fall down in a California parking lot and scrape your knee, then you likely do not need to take any action. But what if you suffered a serious injury, such as a broken bone, due to your fall? Is the owner of the parking lot at fault? They may be. Keep reading to...
Some people may think of dog bite injuries as minor issues but the truth is that they can cause long-term and even permanent injury and disability. At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas we are passionate about helping our clients recover the damages they are owed after this type of injury. If you have been...
If you are involved in a car accident then you may end up working with an insurance adjuster. It is common for them to ask for social security numbers. In fact, they often do so matter-of-factly that it may seem obvious that you should give it to the them – but should you? Keep reading...
When a person is injured in an accident, there is often plenty of physical evidence of their injury. If they have broken a bone, then an x-ray can prove it. If they have a brain injury then advanced imaging can show it. The same cannot be said of emotional distress. Though it can be just...