CPSC Report Indicates Accidents Involving E-Bikes and Similar Vehicles on the Rise
Micromobility devices include e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards. Such devices have become increasingly common sights on California’s roads in recent years. Thus, accidents resulting in harm to those riding such vehicles have also become more common. According to a recent report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), between 2017 and 2021, injuries involving riders of
CONTINUE READINGCalifornia’s Streets, Highways More Dangerous Than Ever
California’s streets and highways provide access to some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet, but that does not mean that it is all rainbows and butterflies on the roadway. Now more than ever, traveling California’s roads is a dangerous endeavor. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that fatalities on the Golden State’s roads
CONTINUE READINGVentura Locals Petition For Increased Swimmer Protections After Naya Rivera’S Presumed Drowning
Last summer, actress and singer Naya Rivera went missing under the waters of Ventura County’s Lake Piru. Five days later, her body was found. She was presumed to have drowned. Now, locals have started a petition to demand more signage and better warnings for swimmers and tourists who may be unaware of how dangerous Lake
CONTINUE READINGPersonal Injuries Caused by Negligent Driver Result in Large Settlement
A simple car ride, an easy trip down the interstate, can result in a nightmare of ambulances, hospitals, and rehabilitation. A car accident where you are simply at the wrong place at the wrong time is one of the worst things that can happen to a person and their loved ones, at the Law Offices
CONTINUE READINGMan Suffers Major Injuries In Pedestrian Crash
Last week, a 69-year-old man was injured as he and his wife were attempting to cross the street in nearby Santa Paula. The accident happened just before noon on West Main Street. When EMS personnel arrived, they found the man lying on the roadway with a head injury. Police say that as he was crossing
CONTINUE READINGFireworks Gone Wrong: How New Year’s Eve May Leave You With Devastating Burn Injuries
You’ve probably seen countless “Fireworks gone wrong” videos on YouTube. In fact, you may have even witnessed people suffer burn injuries because of fireworks on New Year’s Eve in real life. The bottom line is this: fireworks are NOT safe. And if you have a teenage boy, you have even more reasons to worry about
CONTINUE READING7-Step Guide to Not Get Injured on Thanksgiving (Most Common Turkey Day Accidents to Avoid)
Thanksgiving is one of the most joyful and anticipated times of the year when people and their families get together to have loads of fun. However, for many, Turkey Day brings more pain than joy (literally), as Thanksgiving is also one of the most dangerous holidays for a number of reasons. Today, your compassionate personal
CONTINUE READINGWhat to Do When a Tree Falls on You?
Oxnard is home to many of California’s estimated over 7 billion trees. And while large and beautiful trees are vital to keeping our environment clean and our health in check, they can be a potential threat to your health and property. This was the case in September, when five people were injured after an elm
CONTINUE READING15 Marines injured while training at Camp Pendleton
Fifteen Marines were recently injured during training at Camp Pendleton, CA. Five of them were critically injured and they are currently in San Diego and Orange County hospitals. The causes of the accident are still under investigation. Apparently, an assault amphibious vehicle had burst into flames while training early that morning. This is the second
CONTINUE READINGWildfires Continue Destroying Homes In California
Summer wildfires are not over yet, at least not in California. The furious wildfires have caused much damage in the sunny state. Hundreds of buildings in Northern California have destroyed thousands of homes. It’s not easy seeing your home burnt to the ground right before your very eyes. It’s even more difficult when landlords and
CONTINUE READINGContact a Ventura County Personal Injury Attorney Today
If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident due to the negligence of others, it is important to recover the maximum compensation to ensure your medical and financial needs are met. Ventura County personal injury attorney Jeffrey Herman understands many of the obstacles and challenges accident victims face on a daily basis. He and his legal team are prepared to protect your rights and provide sound legal advice and representation.
To learn more, contact the Law Offices of J. Jeffrey Herman and schedule a consultation to discuss your case.
