I recently represented a woman who was badly injured in a car accident. We were able to help her get the medical care she needed and get her car repaired …
Personal Injury Attorney John P. Burns on his Recent Settlement Read More »
There are many benefits to the technology that exists in cars today. Alerts that tell you when you are close to a curb, rear-facing cameras to show you what is …
Many people we talk to are apprehensive when it comes to filing a lawsuit for being compensated for their injuries. They often say that they don’t want to be “one …
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Attorney John P. Burns, of the Law Offices of John P. Burns, recently obtained a $125,000 settlement for a client who received back and neck injuries in a 3 car …
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving is a growing problem on our roadways. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, 3,328 people were killed in distracted driving crashes …
By now, most people have adjusted to the switch in time and losing an hour of sleep last weekend. But did you know that losing that hour of sleep actually …
A study released in 2013 by the Pew Research Center showed that 56% of US adults now have a smartphone, up from 46% in 2012. Although smartphones have many benefits and allow …
When it rains in Orange County, it often means chaos on the roads. Unfortunately, many people do not take proper precaution to avoid accidents when the roads are wet. However, …
If you’re involved in a car accident, chances are you’re likely in a panicked state of mind. You may not be clearly thinking of the next steps you should take …
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Sometimes, even the most careful drivers get into accidents. If you are in a car accident, it’s important to take the proper steps to ensure you are protected should there …
5 Things to Do If You’ve Been in an Auto Accident Read More »
After an accident, the insurance company representing the other driver will attempt to contact you. You should always contact an attorney after this happens. Here’s a breakdown of what they …
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When you get into an accident, the one thing you might grab before leaving your vehicle is your phone. These days, it’s all you need to capture all the information …
Car accidents can leave you angry, confused, disoriented, and even unconscious. As a driver, it’s impossible to know what really happened during your accident. To make matters worse, loss of …
You’ve seen them on the interstate, the highway, on bridges high above the streets in Orange County. They back up traffic for hours and leave tens and sometimes hundreds of …
Who is at Fault in a Multi-car Pile-up Accident? Read More »
This August in Arizona, an 8-year-old boy snuck out of bed with his 6-year-old sister, got in their mother’s car, and went for a ride. The journey ended fatally when …
Studies have shown that the reaction time of someone texting while driving is the same as someone who is drunk behind the wheel. An inexperienced driver, such as a teenager, …
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Pedestrian accidents are on the rise—in 2011, they were the only group to experience an increase in fatalities. With more people on the street, and more communities striving for walkability, …
Cyclists are at every disadvantage in traffic; they are smaller, slower, lighter and less protected than anyone traveling in a car. Yet more and more people are choosing to bike …
As car accident attorneys, we handle hit and run cases quite often. We know that, if your car is hit by a hit and run driver, that there are two …
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A recent crash involving two cars, in Fullerton, California, sent four people to the hospital. The crash, involving a vehicle making a left hand turn with traffic coming from the …
Crash Shows Danger of Left Hand Turns Against Oncoming Traffic Read More »
