What Is an Assumption of Risk?
When you file a personal injury lawsuit in Bakersfield, the person you are holding liable in your case will try to develop certain defenses to deflect the blame away from him or her and place it on you. One common strategy that defense lawyers use in personal injury cases is the assumption of risk,…
What Is an Anoxic Brain Injury?
During an accident, one of the most serious injuries you can endure is a brain injury. Our brain is responsible for controlling many of our body’s functions, from our thoughts and emotions to sending messages between our brain and muscles so that we can move. One of the most severe types of brain injuries…
What Is the Difference Between Comparative and Contributory Negligence?
In a California personal injury lawsuit, you will need to prove that the at-fault party acted in negligence and caused the damages you are seeking compensation for. At the conclusion of your case, the court will decide if you are eligible for damages and if so, how much your settlement will be. Identifying negligence…
I Was Hit While Jaywalking – Can I still Recover Compensation?
In Bakersfield, traffic lights and signs are in place for a reason. This critical infrastructure keeps drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike safe on the road — and jaywalking can put your life in danger. However, if you suffer an injury while jaywalking, you may still recover compensation for your injuries. Comparative Negligence in Pedestrian…
What Are the Psychological Effects of Being in a Car Accident?
The aftermath of a car accident can be physically painful — but many of us tend to overlook the psychological impacts these collisions can have. From the development of mental health conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder to long-lasting impacts on our daily activities, the mental toll of a car accident can be overwhelming….
What to Do if Your Insurance Benefits Are Impacted by Coronavirus
The COVID-19 pandemic is quickly changing the way of life for people across the world, including here in the United States. Governments across the country are issuing shelter-in-place orders, asking non-essential businesses to close or work remotely, and quickly ramping up health precautions for performing essential activities. For many Californians, these changes mean loss…
What Are the Types of Spinal Cord Injuries?
Spinal cord injuries are very severe, often leading to paralysis, loss of function, and permanent disability. However, there are many different types of spinal cord injuries, each with their own unique symptoms and recovery timelines. If you are filing a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your spinal cord injury, it is…
Can Social Media Impact My Case?
Today’s personal injury cases have several unique considerations that yesterday’s did not. With the advent of social media, it’s easy to share sensitive details of our personal lives in what we believe is a private forum. However, your social media posts may be accessible to the defendant, members of the defendant’s legal team, and…
What is a Broadside Accident?
Car accidents can range in severity from minor bumps and scrapes to major multi-vehicle collisions. One of the most dangerous and impactful types of car accidents are broadside accidents, also known as T-bone accidents or side-impact collisions. These collisions occur when one vehicle hits the side of another vehicle head-on, leading to severe damage…
Concerned About Meeting Due to Coronavirus?
Get Your Free Claim Evaluation From Home This is an uncharted time in our history, but injuries don’t stop for anything, including the Coronavirus (COVID-19). At Rodriguez & Associates, we want to assure our clients and potential clients that we are still here to serve you. Although our approach to contact may be different…