Oil Extradition Industry Safety Initiatives
The oil extraction industry has become known as one of the most dangerous occupational fields. Workers are constantly exposed to conditions that require heightened awareness and attentiveness due to operating heavy machinery, handling chemicals, and working amid unstable environmental conditions. Federal and private organizations have been implementing and enforcing safety regulations for decades, yet…
Hiring a California Personal Injury Lawyer
With more than 100 years of combined experience, Rodriguez & Associates has fiercely fought for victims of wrongful death, car accidents, trucking accidents, school bullying, oil field accidents, and many other types of personal injury cases. Our trusted reputation and record-setting case results are just part of why people like you choose us for…
How to Safely Share the Road With Motorcyclists
Motorcycle accidents are unfortunately common in the United States. Every year, motorcyclists suffer serious injuries and devastating fatalities in road collisions. Motorist negligence is often the cause of these accidents. If you are a driver, it is important to know how to safely share the road with motorcycles. While driving, keep the following tips…
Common Questions About Bakersfield Bike Accidents
Bicycle accidents happen every year on Bakersfield roads, causing serious and sometimes life-threatening injuries to cyclists. In the aftermath of these accidents, victims often have lots of questions about their options for compensation, deadlines for filing a claim, and what to do after a collision. The following are some of the most frequently asked…
Appeal Upheld in One of the First Civil Cases Against a School District in a School Shooting
On January 10, 2013 (almost a month after Sandy Hook), a Taft Union High School student walked into class carrying a shotgun, aimed it directly at a fellow classmate, and shot him. Now, almost 10 years later, the then 16-year-old victim is receiving full closure. The State of California Court of Appeals has upheld…
What is an Oilfield Blowout and How Can They Be Prevented?
An oilfield blowout is an uncontrolled release of liquid, usually consisting of oil, water, and gas due to built-up pressure in an oil well. There are a series of tools and tactics that can be employed to prevent a blowout, but accidents still occur, causing tremendous potential damage, injury, and loss of life. How…
Danay Gonzalez Answers What NOT to Do If You Are a Party In a Lawsuit
Danay Gonzales, partner at Rodriguez & Associates, answers commonly asked questions about what NOT to do if you are a party in a lawsuit in her educational TikTok video: Do NOT post about the lawsuit on social media- it will be used against you. It’s important to be on your best behavior if you…
Data Analysis: Dog Attacks in California
Along with cats, reptiles, and fish, dogs are some of the most commonly-encountered and beloved pets in the state of California. In fact, Pawlicy Advisor found that nearly 40% of California households owned at least one dog in 2020. In contrast, the same study found that only 22.9% of California households own a cat….
What Are the Leading Causes of Concussions?
A concussion is one of the most common types of brain injuries. This condition occurs when the brain experiences an immediate and transient alteration in function, leading to a temporary loss of normal brain mechanics. Many incidents can lead to a concussion, from sports injuries and motor vehicle accidents to acts of violence like…
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and municipal trucks are only some of the massive vehicles on the road at any given time, all of which are nearly 30-40 times the mass of the traditional family car, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. When a large truck is involved in an accident with a…