5 Types of Brain Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents
When a car accident happens, it is common for the vehicle occupants to suffer forceful blows, jolts, or bumps to the head. This trauma can cause serious damage to the brain and lead to painful, sometimes life-altering effects like persistent headaches, loss of function, or even a coma. Brain damage can range in severity…
Daniel Rodriguez Teaches the Spence Method
Daniel Rodriguez, founder and president of Rodriguez & Associates, facilitates a course for lawyers at the Thunderhead Ranch campus in Dubois, WY founded by renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence. Daniel’s 3-week annual course centers around the Spence Method, a unique approach to legal storytelling created by Gerry Spence that provides trial lawyers with insight into…
Daniel Rodriguez Interviewed on KGET for Hispanic Heritage Month
Daniel Rodriguez, founder and president of Rodriguez & Associates, was interviewed on KGET Studio 17 Live to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Growing Up As a Migrant Farmworker Daniel tells his story of being born in south Texas about 8 miles from the Mexican border, to parents with little or no schooling. He grew…
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Rodriguez & Associates
Daniel Rodriguez, president and founder of Rodriguez & Associates, grew up as a migrant farm worker. His family, who was constantly on the move from state to state during his childhood, created his appreciation for how the Hispanic community has made an impact both locally and nationwide. Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October…
Determining Liability in Your Truck Accident Case
Walking away from a truck accident as an uninjured driver or passenger of a standard-sized vehicle is rare simply due to the sheer size and force of a moving truck. The injuries that occur in a truck accident are generally severe, often including head trauma, internal bleeding, and back and neck injuries.  Yet, seeking…
Filing a Claim for a California Skull Fracture Injury
A skull fracture happens when the skull bone is broken or cracked, usually due to serious and forceful trauma. When this serious injury occurs, the victim can sustain serious brain damage that leads to lifelong complications. If you suffered a skull fracture because of another person’s actions, you may be eligible for a lawsuit…
What is a Shared Fault Law and How Can it Affect Your Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury accidents are not always cut and dry. In California, shared fault laws can affect the outcome of your case. Aggressive insurance companies will use shared fault to their advantage, to minimize their client’s responsibility and damages payout. If you have been injured and are pursuing a personal injury claim, working with a…
What Are “Catastrophic Injuries” in California?
An unexpected injury can have a significant impact on your life, affecting your financial stability, physical health, and ability to go to work. However, some injuries are more severe and lead to more complications than others. Catastrophic injuries are the most serious bodily injuries a person could sustain. However, this type of harm can…
“Clear the Shelters” 2022 with Rodriguez & Associates
Chantal A. Trujillo and Danay Gonzalez of Rodriguez & Associates, along with their dogs Penelope and Zola, invite you to Clear the Shelters on August 27, 2022. They teamed up with KGET – TV 17 Bakersfield, an NBC Owned Television Station, and the City of Bakersfield Animal Care Center to raise awareness about the…
Most Common Damages in a California Truck Accident
Accidents caused by large commercial trucks can be devastating due to the sheer force of a moving truck hitting a car. In these instances, semi-trucks can be 30-40 times the mass of a standard-sized car, reaching 40 tons when fully loaded. Statistically, in an accident involving a car and a semi-truck, the truck’s occupants…