22

Jan

Person driving in the rain

Essential Rain Road Safety Tips: Protecting Yourself During California's Wet Weather

California may be known for its sunny weather, but when the rains come, our roads can become surprisingly dangerous. After months of dry conditions, the first rainfall brings a particular hazard as oil residue, tire particles, and other debris mix with water to create extremely s...

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22

Jan

A car accident

In Personal Injury Cases, Wrongful Injuries Take on Many Different Forms

When most people think about personal injury cases, their minds immediately jump to car accidents. While motor vehicle collisions are certainly a significant portion of the cases we handle at The Swanson Law Group, the reality is that wrongful injuries take on many different form...

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22

Jan

Ben Swanson listening to a client speak.

The Power of Partnership: Why a Strong Legal and Medical Team Are Crucial for Recovery

When you've been injured in an accident, you're facing battles on multiple fronts. You're dealing with physical pain and the challenge of healing from your injuries. You're managing the medical system while trying to understand treatment options. You're struggling with the financ...

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22

Jan

Social media apps on phone

Navigating Social Media After a Personal Injury: Protecting Your Case in the Digital Age

We live in an era where sharing our lives on social media has become second nature. However, if you've been injured in an accident and are pursuing a personal injury claim, your social media activity can have serious and potentially devastating consequences for your case. At The ...

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01

Oct

A lime scooter

Do California’s Insurance Requirements Cover Scooter Accidents?

Rentable scooters from Lime, Bird, and other companies are everywhere in California. They're quick, cheap, and convenient, until an accident happens. Suddenly, riders and pedestrians alike are asking: Who pays when someone gets hurt? At Swanson Law Group, we’ve seen f...

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27

Jul

car crash

What do I do if I get into a car accident and it’s not my fault?

Car accidents are sudden and stressful events that can leave anyone shaken, even if they are not at fault. If you find yourself in a car accident resulting from another driver's negligence, it's essential to know the proper steps to take to protect yourself and your rights...

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30

Jun

Truck driver in the seat of a truck

What steps should I take if I am involved in a car accident with a truck?

Being involved in a car accident can be a terrifying experience, but the situation can become even more dangerous when it involves a semi-truck. Due to their size and weight, trucks can cause severe damage to smaller vehicles, and the injuries sustained by passengers can be life...

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13

Jul

Person and bike on the ground behind a car

Over 40,000 People Died on US Roads in 2021

The nationwide surge in fatal car accidents is being called a "crisis" by transportation officials. Last year, nearly 43,000 people were killed in traffic accidents. This is the most roadway deaths in 16 years, according to the Associated Press. "We face a national crisis of fata...

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13

Jul

Motorcycle Accident Awareness Month Focuses on Rider Safety

All drivers need to share the road with motorcyclists Motorcycle accidents in Santa Clara County and other parts of California wreak havoc on the roads. Whether you're dealing with a rear-end motorcycle accident on I-280 or a high-speed crash on US 101, all it takes is one ...

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13

Jul

Man texting and driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Distracted driving is reckless, and negligent motorists should be held accountable Distracted driving is a problem on roads and highways throughout the nation and is characterized as any behavior that takes your focus away from the road. Motorists have a legal responsibility to a...

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13

Jul

Doctor looking at scans of a brain

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month

Our attorneys are proud to advocate for traumatic brain injury victims A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can impact virtually every aspect of a person's life. Work can become difficult. Relationships can suffer. There may be a loss of independence and the future can seem uncer...

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13

Jul

San Jose’s Goal to Reduce Traffic Deaths Sees Rough Start

A San Jose car accident lawyer explains the problem In 2015, San Jose became the fourth city in the United States to adopt a Vision Zero initiative, with the goal of reducing and eventually eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries. But though the year 2022 has only jus...

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