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About Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle riding is popular as a means of transportation, as exercise, as sport, and for fun. David S. Brown has handled many serious injury claims involving bicycle accidents. He understands the risks that cyclists face on California roads, and off road.

Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle injuries occur in a number of ways. Cyclists are hit by cars. Cyclists are hurt when car drivers open their doors suddenly. Unsafe grates in roads cause accidents when bicycle tires become stuck in the grate, causing the cyclist to flip over. Injuries can be caused by defective bicycle parts or unsafe riding conditions.

If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, keep the bicycle. David S. Brown can help you figure out the cause of the accident and who is at fault.

Bicycle Accident Injuries

Cyclists may be seriously injured and even killed in an accident. Cyclists are prone to head injuries, including brain injuries, skull fractures, and spinal cord injuries. Cyclists’ risks are compounded if the cyclist is not wearing a helmet. 70% of bicycle accident fatalities are because of a head injury. Other serious injuries include fractures, facial injuries, neck injuries, and back injuries.

David S. Brown has extensive experience with bicycle accidents and the injuries they cause. If you or a loved one was hurt or killed in a bicycle accident, David S. Brown may be able to help you.

In Los Angeles County, a traffic accident occurs every 6 seconds. The reality is that if you drive in Los Angeles County, at some time you or someone you love will be in a car accident.

We hope that if you’re in an accident you escape unharmed, but we know that is often not the case. Many car accidents result in serious and sometimes catastrophic injuries. If you or someone you love is in a car accident, you need the best professional help you can get. You need Brown, Brown & Brown.

Brown, Brown & Brown has a long history of representing the victims of car accidents. We handle accidents in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties.

What Should You Do if You’re In An Accident?

If you are involved in a car accident, the first thing to do is check to see if anyone is hurt. Don’t waste valuable time if someone is hurt. Call 911. If possible, drive your car to the side of road. Do not leave your car unless it is safe to do so.

Cautiously approach the other cars in the accident. Check for injuries in the other car. Call 911 if anyone is injured. Stay calm. Exchange names, driver’s license numbers, addresses, insurance policy information, and license plate numbers.

It’s a good idea to take photographs of the cars involved and the accident scene.

Call the police to report the accident.

After The Accident – If You’re Hurt, See A Doctor

Often people don’t realize they’ve been hurt until some time after the accident. Symptoms of injury may include headache, numbness, tingling, neck pain, back pain, stiffness, and soreness. If you are experiencing any symptoms from the car accident, go to your medical doctor. Only a medical doctor is appropriate to diagnose your injuries and prescribe proper treatment. Follow your doctor’s advice.

Call Brown, Brown & Brown

Just like you need a doctor to take care of your physical injuries, you need Brown, Brown & Brown to take care of your legal rights. We will see that you receive your rightful compensation for your injuries, your lost work, and your other damages.

After an accident, your job is to take care of yourself and get better. You can do that if you hire an experienced professional to handle your legal claim, such as Brown, Brown & Brown.

What you Shouldn’t Do

If you were hurt in accident that was caused by another driver, that driver’s insurance company may rush in to try to minimize your recovery. Do not give a statement. Do not settle your bodily injury claim without a lawyer. The at fault driver‘s insurance company is not trying to settle with you for a fair amount. It is trying to limit the amount you receive. That is its duty to its shareholders.

Protect yourself and your loved ones by calling Brown, Brown & Brown if you or a loved one is hurt in a car accident. Make sure you receive what you deserve.

What Rights Do You Have In A Car Accident?

In California, every person is responsible for injuries caused by his or her failure to act reasonably. This is called negligence. In a car accident, a person is responsible for the accident if he or she failed to act reasonably. For example, if a person is going too fast for the traffic and rear-ends the car in front of him, that is negligence. If a driver is distracted by his cell phone and runs a red light, that is negligence. Make sure you receive what you deserve.

Motorcycles are a fun and convenient form of transportation. Unfortunately, motorcycles don’t provide the protection that a car gives you. Even when a rider is wearing a helmet and protective clothing, motorcycle accidents are extremely dangerous.

If you or a loved one was hurt in a motorcycle accident, you want to be sure to get the best medical and legal help available. David S. Brown has been helping accident victims for over 35 years. We understand the legal issues that motorcycle riders face after an accident, and we want to make sure you are fully compensated for your injuries.

What Rights Do You Have In A Motorcycle Accident?

In California, every person is responsible for injuries caused by his or her failure to act reasonably. This is called negligence. If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, another driver is responsible for your injuries if he or she failed to act reasonably. For example, if a driver makes an unsafe lane change and hits the motorcycle rider in the lane next to him, that is negligence. If a driver is distracted by his cell phone and runs a red light, that is negligence. Make sure you receive what you deserve.

What Should You Do If You Are Injured In A Motorcycle Accident?

If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, call 911 as soon as it is safe to do so. Tell all of your injuries to the first responders, and do as your medical professionals advise at all times.

Be careful when talking to other drivers involved in the accident. Do not make statements like “I’m sorry” or “I’m okay.” These seemingly harmless statements may be viewed as admissions that you caused the accident or you were not injured in the accident.

If possible, exchange contact and insurance information with the other parties to the accident, and take photos of all vehicles in the accident and the scene.

Contact Brown, Brown & Brown as soon as you can do so without it interfering with your medical treatment. It is crucial to consult with us early, so that your rights are protected, and your case is handled properly.

Sport utility vehicles are popular, but if they are not properly designed they may roll over, causing injuries to the vehicle’s driver and passengers. Injuries can include crushing, amputation, and serious brain injuries. David S. Brown has years of experience in vehicle rollover accident cases.

There are approximately 280,000 rollover accidents in the United States every year. These accidents lead to tragic results. About 10,000 people die in these accidents and thousands more suffer life changing and catastrophic injuries.

SUV’s have a high center of gravity. This high center of gravity makes SUV’s much more likely to roll than a sedan. A vehicle may roll when the driver jerks to avoid a child or animal, or if a turn is too tight or sudden. Examples of vehicles with rollover tendencies are the Ford Bronco II, Suzuki Samurai, Jeep CJ, Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero, and Isuzu Trooper.

If you or a loved one was injured in a rollover accident, you need to be certain you receive the best legal advice possible. For many years, David S. Brown has dealt with rollover cases. He understands what you need and will help you get the recovery you deserve.

Dog bites can be serious. According to the American Humane Association, there are about 4.7 million dog bites in the United States each year. Nearly 800,000 require medical attention. 50% of dog attacks involve children under 12.

If you or a loved one suffered a dog bite, we can help you. The first thing you must do is seek medical attention. Untreated dog bites can lead to serious infections and disfigurement. Report all dog bites to your local animal control agency.

We will help you protect your legal rights and get the justice you deserve. California has a dog bite statute. The owner of a dog is responsible for the damages suffered by someone who is bitten by that dog “in a public place or lawfully in a private place.” The owner is responsible even if the dog does not have a history of viciousness or the owner doesn’t know of the viciousness.

Free Consultation With an Experienced Southern California Dog Bite Attorney

If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog , call David S. Brown and protect your rights. Don’t guess about whether you can be compensated. Call David S. Brown and let this experienced lawyer help you.

About Slip And Fall Accidents

If you slip and fall on someone else’s property, the property owner may be responsible to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. David S. Brown understands the danger of hazards that cause people to slip and fall. He has successfully handled many slip and fall cases.

Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents are often caused by puddles of liquid, such as water or oil. They also occur when the ground is unreasonably slippery, or there is a sudden change in elevation.

Slip and Fall Injuries

Falling can cause very serious injuries. Common injuries as a result of a fall include fractures of the hip, vertebrae, pelvis., wrist, etc.

If you trip and fall on someone else’s property, the property owner may be responsible to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. David S. Brown understands the danger of hazards that cause people to trip and fall. He has successfully handled many trip and fall cases.

Causes of Trip and Fall Accidents

Trip and fall accidents are often caused by defective stairs, broken pavement, holes, broken sidewalks, wires and cords, sudden changes in elevation, and many other causes. These hazards are more dangerous if the area is poorly lit.

Trip and Fall Injuries

Falling can cause very serious injuries. Common injuries as a result of a fall include fractures of the hip, vertebrae, pelvis., wrist, etc.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured by a government employee or on government property, you may have a claim against that government entity. However, you must act promptly! The government protects itself by limiting the time you have to file a claim.

Examples of accidents on government property include:

Road and highway claims: If you or a loved on were injured because of a government driver, or a defect in a roadway, the city, county, or state may be liable. For example, the road may have been improperly graded or signed.

Sidewalk accidents: If you are injured on a city sidewalk, the city may be liable. For example, if a city allows tree roots to break up sidewalks and cause big cracks and unevenness, it may be responsible to someone who is hurt on that sidewalk.

School Districts: School districts may be responsible for injuries caused by negligent maintenance of the school grounds, or the negligence of employees.

If you or a loved one have been hurt and you think a government entity has been may be responsible, you must find out your rights quickly. Protect yourself and your family by calling David S. Brown.

In a split second, a spinal cord injury can change your life, or a loved one’s life. What is a spinal cord injury?

The spinal cord is the bundle of nerves which carries nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body. The vertebrae are the rings of bone surrounding the spinal cord. These bones are called the spinal column, or back bones.

A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord resulting from direct trauma to the spinal cord or indirect damage to the bones, soft tissues, and vessels which surround the spinal cord.

A spinal cord injury can occur in many ways:

• Auto accident

• Motorcycle accident

• Bicycle accident

• Swimming pool accident

• Playground accident

• Slips and falls

• Sports injuries

Spinal Cord Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one suffered a spinal cord injury, you are living with the devastation of that injury. You may have lost some or all of your ability to move or feel below the level of your injury. You may suffer from quadriplegia or paraplegia.

You need the help of an experienced and compassionate lawyer. David S. Brown has worked with those afflicted with spinal cord injuries for over 35 years. He knows and understands the emotional and financial toll on you and your family. He will fight to make sure you and your family are compensated and that you get what you deserve.

If you’ve suffered a spinal cord injury, you need to know that you’ve got the best legal representation possible. You need a lawyer committed to helping you and your family. Call David S. Brown and let him help you. He understands your injury and he knows how to make sure you recover what you deserve.

Traumatic brain injury is damage to the brain as the result of an injury. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are devastating, and can destroy a person’s chance for a normal life. Brain injuries have life long consequences for both the victim and the victim’s family.

David S. Brown understands both the medical and legal complexities involved in traumatic brain injuries. You want to be sure you’re getting the best medical and legal care available. With David S. Brown, you can focus on your medical care and know that your legal needs are being fully met. He has over 35 years of experience helping people with brain injuries.

Traumatic brain injury usually results from a violent blow or jolt to the head which causes the brain to collide with the inside of the skull. People can suffer brain injuries as a result of an auto accident, blow to the head, or fall. Brain injuries can be mild or life altering. If you think you or a loved one may have suffered a brain injury, seek immediate medical attention. Proper medical diagnosis is crucial to successful treatment.

Brain injuries can be difficult to diagnose. These are some of the symptoms of a brain injury:

• Loss of consciousness, even for just a few seconds

• The feeling of being dazed or confused, even if you did not lose consciousness

• Memory problems

• Concentration problems

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Balance problems

• Nausea

• Mood swings, anxiety, depression

• Changes in sleep habits

Brain injuries in children are among the most difficult injuries to deal with. There is the horrible feeling of standing by, knowing that your child is suffering. David S. Brown wants to help you. For over 35 years, David S. Brown has worked to assure that people with brain injuries receive full compensation for their injuries.

Children can suffer brain injuries in many ways:

• Bike Accidents

• Auto Accidents

• Faulty Playground Equipment

• Swimming Pool Accidents

• Schoolyard Accidents

• Horseback Riding Accidents

• Falls

Helping child accident and head trauma victims throughout Southern California including the South Bay Area, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Torrance.

If your child has suffered a brain injury, you want to make sure that your child is receiving the best medical and legal help available. Contact us today for a free consultation. We can help you understand all your legal options, including any right to compensation for economic losses or general damages for pain and suffering or emotional distress.

David S. Brown is an experienced trial lawyer who has won multimillion dollar awards for injury cases other lawyers turned down. His compassion for his clients and legal expertise make him a lawyer you can count of for results.

The death of a loved one is a tragedy. David S. Brown has experience getting compensation for people whose loved ones have been killed due top the wrongful conduct of others.

Damages in a wrongful death lawsuit include medical expenses, funeral and burial expenses, and compensation for the loss suffered by the decedent’s spouse, children, and/or next of kin. The loss to loved ones is devastating, and includes loss of financial support, loss of companionship, and loss of parental guidance.

Defective cars and car parts are a serious danger. If you or a loved one were hurt because of a car defect, call David S. Brown and let an experienced car defect lawyer help you.

Defective car parts can lead to catastrophic injuries or death. David S. Brown understands the human tragedies these accidents cause and will help you get what is right.

David S. Brown began his career representing auto and airplane manufacturers. He learned the law representing Ford, Jeep, Lockheed, and others, but in 1986 he decided to use his skill to help individuals hurt by the products of big companies.

What is a defective car?

Cars can be defective if a part was manufactured wrong, designed wrong, or if there weren’t adequate warnings about the product. David S. Brown has handled all of these types of cases.

Cars are equipped with air bags to protect drivers and passengers in the case of an accident, but air bags can be defective. David S. Brown helped a woman who was hurt when her air bag deployed several seconds after her car was fully stopped.

Car roofs must be strong enough to protect drivers and passengers in the case of an accident, including a rollover accident. David S. Brown helped a woman whose husband was killed on their honeymoon when a wheel from another car hit their roof and killed her husband.

Car batteries should not explode, but sometimes they do. David S. Brown helped a man whose car battery exploded while he was cleaning under the hood.