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California’s fatal injury rate reached an all-time high between 2018 to 2022, with 59.84 unintentional deaths for every 100,000 individuals. The leading causes of death were motor vehicle accidents, falls, poisonings, drownings, and fires among other causes. In California, surviving family members have the right to file a wrongful death claim to seek justice…

Car accidents can have lasting emotional and physical consequences for those involved. If you have suffered a personal or catastrophic injury due to another driver’s negligence, seeking legal representation as soon as possible is crucial. Our top Bakersfield car accident attorneys at Rodriguez & Associates have decades of experience successfully representing car accident cases…

Oilfield work is one of the most hazardous occupations, exposing workers to dangerous conditions and with significant risks for accidents and injuries. The combination of heavy machinery, volatile chemicals, high-pressure systems, and unpredictable environments poses significant risks to workers, even if safety rules are observed and closely followed. Common injuries in the oilfield include…

Premises liability accidents can occur when property owners fail to maintain safe conditions and ensure their property is free of dangerous hazards. When property owners fail to take reasonable precautions, serious injuries can occur. Victims of premises liability accidents may sustain debilitating or even life-threatening injuries, resulting in large medical bills, lost wages, emotional…

We are often asked: What do I need to bring to my personal injury legal consultation? Our answer: It is important to bring all the proper documentation to your first legal consultation to help your attorney know what they are up against and what resources they need to utilize to give you the best…

A question our Bakersfield personal injury attorneys are often asked is when to contact an attorney after a car accident. The answer is simple: right away. Rodriguez & Associates Senior Partner Joel Andreeson explains in the video below why contacting an attorney as soon as possible is important to the success of your car…

Working in an oil field is an inherently dangerous profession. The high-risk nature of the environment often involves heavy machinery, elevated platforms, high-pressure systems, and exposure to flammable substances creating numerous safety hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the fatality rate among oil and gas workers is seven times higher…

Truck manufacturers have a critical responsibility to ensure their vehicles and products are safe and perform up to a certain standard. If components and parts do not function properly, they can cause serious truck accidents that can lead to injuries or even death. Determining when a manufacturing company is liable for a truck accident…

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims often suffer from serious physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, not to mention the overwhelming financial burdens that come from medical expenses, lost wages, and a diminished quality of life. When victims or families file a traumatic brain injury (TBI) lawsuit in California, it’s essential to have a personal injury…

A serious injury is a life-altering event with long-term or permanent effects on a victim’s quality of life. Catastrophic injuries often result in severe physical, financial, and emotional consequences that can have a tremendous impact on the victim and their families. Requiring ongoing care, the victim may lose the ability to work or live…