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Personal Injury Attorney John P. Burns on his Recent Settlement

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 …

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Uninsured Motorist Insurance: A Story

Laguna Canyon Road was dark and full of rush hour traffic as the man was driving home from work.  As he was momentarily stopped in traffic, the man’s car was …

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A Story – Discrediting the Testifying Defense Doctor in 15 Minutes

By John P. Burns, Attorney at Law There are doctors who testify regularly for insurance companies and defense law firms. This type of doctor tries to help the defense win …

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Was Pilot Error to Blame in Your Loved One’s Plane Crash?

Pilot error, also known as cockpit error, is one of the many reasons why airplane crashes occur. The details of an airplane crash in the immediate aftermath are generally unclear, …

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Intersection Accident and Fractured Leg – Client Hit by a Driver Turning Right on Red- Attorney John P. Burns Fights Insurance Company and Wins For His Client

I was not sure I even wanted to take this case but I am glad I did.  The client was a nice person, I knew a jury would like him, and …

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Steps to Take Following a Defective Product Injury

Every year, thousands of people in California suffer injuries from harmful products. es orThey sometimes even die as a result of the negligence of manufacturers. neg Injuries caused by harmful products can …

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Injuries Sustained Following Southern California Truck Crash

Did you know that one in nine traffic-related fatalities in the U.S. involves a large truck? Truck accidentsare a leading cause of fatalities in California. In 2008, 304 people lost their …

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Personal Injury Case Strength Evaluation: A Medical Doctor’s 4 C’s Method

If you have been injured by the carelessness or negligence of someone, personal injury accident case valuation is important to know the strength of your case.  Here is a method of evaluation …

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MIGRANE HEADACHES FROM HITTING HEAD ON HEADREST PLUS A SHORT REAL LIFE STORY

People who have been injured in accidents sometimes have headaches that feel like a migraine headache.  It is possible that the headache is a post traumatic migraine. Post traumatic migraines are a well …

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Torn Rotator Cuffs May Occur in Orange County Car Accidents

Almost everyone has heard of a torn rotator cuff from a baseball injury, but most people do not realize that rotator cuffs can be injured from the impact of a …

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Southern California Car Accidents Contribute to Femur Fractures

The femur bone in a person’s body is one of the strongest bones. It takes a lot of force to break or fracture the femur. Head-on car accidents, high speed …

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Understanding the Need for Lumbar Fusion Surgery Following a Car Crash

Often, rear-end car accidents or head-on crashes in Southern California can leave a driver or passenger with serious injuries, including back and neck pain, nerve damage, herniated disc, fractured vertebrae, injured lumbar vertebrae, …

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O.C. Car Crash Results in Spinal Fusion Surgery

Most people never plan on getting in a car accident, let alone one that could leave them injured or in severe pain for life. People who get rear-ended at high …

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Motorcycle Safety Tips for Riding in Southern California

The sunny, warm days in California are ideal for motorcycle riding. Many riders across the country who deal with harsh conditions probably dream of such weather. However, the traffic in …

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AFTER AN ACCIDENT SEE A DOCTOR RIGHT AWAY FOR YOUR HEALTH & MORE SETTLEMENT MONEY.

A big mistake people make after a vehicle accident is in having what is called a delay in treatment.  A delay in treatment is failing to see a physician as soon …

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BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT THESE ACCIDENT SYMPTOMS – YOUR FAILURE TO DO SO COULD LOSE YOU MONEY IN THE VALUE OF YOUR CLAIM.

After an accident the symptoms and complaints you tell the physician about will be critical. This information is crucial in reaching the maximum value for your claim. Before we proceed, …

BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT THESE ACCIDENT SYMPTOMS – YOUR FAILURE TO DO SO COULD LOSE YOU MONEY IN THE VALUE OF YOUR CLAIM. Read More »

HOW AN EXPERIENCED ACCIDENT LAWYER REVIEWS YOUR CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE OR OTHER VEHICLE CRASH OR ACCIDENT CASE.

I have people call me all the time who just want some free advice.  I give it to them freely and most personal injury attorneys will do the same.  When an accident …

HOW AN EXPERIENCED ACCIDENT LAWYER REVIEWS YOUR CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE OR OTHER VEHICLE CRASH OR ACCIDENT CASE. Read More »

Lower Extremity Injuries More Common in Non-Fatal Motorcycle Crashes

There are over four million registered motorcycles in the U.S. Sounds like a huge number, right? In fact, motorcycle riders only make up about two percent of all registered vehicles …

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Other Road Dangers that Lead to Head Injuries for O.C. Bicyclists

California roads are overly crowded, which can put bicyclists in danger of crashing. Riding bicycles at the beach can be hazardous, as well. For example, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and …

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Are More Drivers Under the Influence of Drugs on California Roads?

Car crashes in Orange County and across Southern California occur every day, but how many wrecks have occurred due to motorists driving under the influence? The good news is that there …

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