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Thousands of workers died each year in employment related injuries. These injuries and deaths can occur in a variety of workplaces, including construction, agriculture, and roadway repair. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has issued statistics on job safety and work related injuries and illness, which has found that:

• More than 5,400 workers died from an occupational injury in 2007 and over four million suffered injuries;
• Over 9,000 workers are treated in emergency rooms each year;
• In 2006, approximately 23,100 children and adolescents were injured on farms, and about 20% was from working on the farms;
• Between 1992 and 2007, about 8,088 farmers and farm workers died from work related injuries, with the leading cause of death to be tractor overturns;
• In 2007 in the construction industry, there were 1,178 fatal work injuries, which is the most of any sector;
• Construction workers suffered from over 135,000 injuries, and 35% of those incidents occurred from contact with objects and equipment;
• Between 1995 and 2002, there were 844 highway workers killed on road construction sites, which is the most frequent type of fatal workplace event.

Have you been injured on the job, or have a family member who has been killed during his/her employment? You may be entitled to compensation, but you need to call an experienced attorney first. The lawyers of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have over 50 years of combined experience, and may be able to help you in your case. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that you do not pay fees or costs unless we win the case for you. Go to www.alawpro.com to read more about these types of accidents and the injuries that may result, like brain and spinal cord injuries.

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As part of Santa Clara County, Los Gatos has a population of 28,592 people. It is located near the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains and is considered to be a very upscale bedroom community. Most of the homes there are upwards of one million dollars and the Los Gatos downtown area has many upscale boutiques and restaurants. Los Gatos is a popular place to live for many Silicon Valley or San Francisco employees because it provides a quieter suburban area from the larger cities.

Personal injury lawsuits can vary—they can include wrongful death claims that occur from different incidents, brain and spinal cord injuries and even burn injuries. Have you been injured and want to be compensated for your injuries? The law firm Greenberg & Rudman LLP may be able to help you find out your rights in your situation. You can contact us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to talk to one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Please go to www.alawpro.com to read more about the different types of personal injury lawsuits that our office handles.

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Brentwood is part of Contra Costa County and has a population of 50,000 people. The city is located east of San Francisco and Oakland. Originally, agriculture was one of the primary sources of income for the city; it still remains important in today’s economy, but it has declined because Brentwood has become more suburban. Points of attraction in Brentwood include the East Contra Costa Historical Society and Museum, the John Marsh House and the Los Vaqueros Reservoir.

Personal injury cases can include incidents in which you suffered severe burns, brain and spinal cord injuries or other similar injuries. These types of cases depend on a level of negligence by the wrongdoer, so to determine if you have a case on your hands, call the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now. You can reach us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. Please visit www.alawpro.com to read profiles on our attorneys and the different areas of law that we cover.

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It takes an experienced individual to drive a big rig truck because of the large size of the vehicle, the length of time that the drivers are required to drive, and the lack of maneuverability of the vehicle. Drivers go through training and testing in order to drive these vehicles, but may be on the road for upwards of 12 hours a day. Although there are regulations on the number of hours drivers may spend on the road at each time, there is still considerable pressure on the drivers to arrive at their destination on time. Sometimes these types of pressures and restraints cause the drivers to act negligently and may result in injury to someone else.

A Santa Clara County jury awarded Drew Bianchi $49 million in damages after an accident in 2007 on Pacheco Pass. The stretch of the road on which the accident occurred is known as “blood alley” because of the conditions of the road and the number of accidents that occur there. Bianchi was in a car with three other people when two trucks collided into each other in the center lane of the highway. One of the trucks struck the back of Bianchi’s vehicle; the accident left him permanently brain damaged. The lawsuit was against the two truck drivers and their employers. One of the employers settled with Bianchi for $2 million, which left its driver alone at trial.

The jury also found Caltrans (the state transportation agency) 5% responsible for the accident because of its failure to improve conditions on the road. One of the drivers also acted negligently in part because he was talking on a cell phone at the time of the accident. Although Bianchi’s future health care will be taken care of by the damages awarded to him in this lawsuit, he will never be able to accomplish his dream of becoming a doctor. We may not be able to reverse your injury, but the attorneys of Greenberg & Rudman LLP may be able to represent you and help protect your rights. We can help you obtain compensation for your injuries, so call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation of your case. You can also go to www.alawpro.com to read more about trucking accidents and brain and spinal cord injuries.

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Within driving distance to Burlingame, Foster City, Belmont and San Francisco, San Mateo is a suburb in San Mateo County. It has a population of 92,256 people. There are many large corporations that are run out of San Mateo, including Keynote Systems, Net Suite and Franklin Templeton Investments. San Mateo is serviced by SamTrans, AC Transit and Caltrain. There are many well known areas in San Mateo, some of which are the Coyote Point Park, Coyote Point Museum and the San Mateo Performing Arts Center, which is one of the largest theaters on the peninsula aside from San Francisco.

Personal injury lawsuits span a wide variety of incidents, including car accidents, brain and spinal cord injuries and wrongful death. If you would like to find out your rights in a particular situation, call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away for a free consultation. We can be reached at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience and have won over $150 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about personal injury lawsuits.

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Located in Marin County, San Rafael has a population of 55,649 people. The city of San Rafael used to be home to the Coast Miwok Native Americans. San Rafael became famous in the 1970s for being the home of Lucasfilm, George Lucas’ production company which introduced Star Wars and Indiana Jones. The presence of Lucasfilm has also attracted many video game developers, including Telltale Games, Visual Concepts and Stromfront Studios.

Personal injury lawsuits may encompass a large number of different injuries and incidents. Some of these injuries include back and neck injuries from a motor vehicle accident, or burn injuries from hot water, and even physical and mental injuries from elder abuse. If you have suffered any of these injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence, then you should contact the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Please go to our website www.alawpro.com for more information on these topics and other areas of law that we cover.

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Brain and spinal cord damage can completely alter a person’s life forever. The most common cause of brain and spinal cord injuries are in car accidents, followed by acts of violence or sports injuries. In some cases after a person is hurt, he/she may not be able to hold someone else responsible for his/her injuries. However, in other cases, there may be someone else who is liable for the damages and may be held responsible in a court of law. To find out your rights, and whether or not you will be able to bring your case to court, you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

About 200,000 people die each year from brain injuries, which can be a closed injury, meaning that the damage to the brain occurred without anything penetrating through the skull. There are also penetrating brain injuries, such as bullets to the head or an object going through the skull and thereby injuring the brain. Brain injuries may also occur in the very young and elderly due to falls in and around the home. Spinal cord injuries affect about 8,000 people per year, and about 450,000 people in the United States live with spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries may range from whiplash, which could require some physical therapy, to a loss of mobility or feeling, which can paralyze a person for a long period of time, or permanently.

If you have suffered a brain or spinal cord injury, you are not alone. The legal team at Greenberg & Rudman LLP is here to help you through this tough time. We may not be able to reverse your injury, but we can help you obtain compensation to help take care of you in the future. We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that we are paid a percentage of what we recover for you. You will not pay any legal fees unless we collect money for you. Don’t wait any longer—call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free consultation. Go to www.alawpro.com to read more about brain and spinal cord injuries and the backgrounds of our attorneys.

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In recent years, the sport utility vehicle (SUV) has gained popularity with consumers because of its efficiency and roomy cargo area. However, SUVs pose an unexpected danger that sedans may not. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration releases reports about the safety of various cars and uses different tests and information to determine the scores of the cars. A vehicle’s stability is dependent on its height, width between the tires, its suspension system, tire grip and location of its engine mount. Although the weight of extra passengers in sedans may keep it more grounded and less likely to roll over, it is actually the opposite for SUVs. The extra weight may actually make it more likely for a SUV to flip over. Have you been injured in a rollover accident as a result of the vehicle’s design? If so, you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

In Los Angeles on May 29, 2009, a civil court judge awarded Sukhsagar Pannu $21.1 million for injuries that he sustained when his Land Rover Discovery SUV flipped over several times after a collision. Pannu sustained permanent injury and lost use of his arms and legs, and requires around the clock care. The judge granted him the damages based on the fact that the vehicle’s high center of gravity made it more susceptible to rolling over, and that the roof collapsed too easily, which caused Pannu’s spinal injury. The damages that were awarded to Pannu will help with his care for the rest of his life.

Being severely injured in a car accident can put everything on hold, and may destroy your life before you know it. Being injured can take a toll on a person and his/her family financially and emotionally. Many families may not be able to live on a single income, or even pay for their medical bills as they come. These are all things that you may recover if you were wrongfully injured in a car accident. Large insurance companies may be intimidating and may not fully cooperate with you if you are without an experienced attorney. That’s why you should call Greenberg & Rudman LLP immediately at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation, and learn about your rights. You’re not alone in your injures; there are people like our attorneys who can help you. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to learn more about spinal cord injuries and car accidents.

Want to learn more about rollover accidents? Go to part 2: CAR DEFECTS RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY MAY BE RESPONSIBILITY OF LARGE CAR MANUFACTURERS—CALL SAN FRANCISCO PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS (Part 2 of 2)

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Often when parents take their children to playgrounds or play areas, there is the expectancy that the parents are responsible for their own children’s safety. For example, if the child decides to go head first down a slide and as a result, injures himself, the parents could not sue the playground’s owner for their child’s injuries. However, there is an expectancy that playground owners or builders (sometimes the local government when the playgrounds are built in a city park) have built and maintained the playground to a certain standard. If there are obvious problematic areas, such as loose nuts and bolts, or poor building, then the owners may have liability if a child is hurt on the playground.

In March, 2009, a twelve year old boy in Temecula, California, was awarded $20 million in a settlement against a large fast food franchise, the restaurant franchisee and the playground manufacturer. The boy, Jacob Buckett, was injured in 2005 when he was playing on the playground in the fast food restaurant. There was only tile underneath the playground instead of rubber padding. Jacob suffered brain damage and damage to his lungs after he fell off of the monkey bars of the playground. The fast food franchise claimed that it should have been his father’s responsibility to make sure that Jacob was safe. However, Jacob’s attorney argued that there had been no warning signs in the playground, and that when parents take their children to an established playground, they have a reasonable expectation of safety. Jacob is still undergoing rehabilitation for his injures and has significant brain damage. His sister was also awarded money in the settlement for negligent infliction of emotional distress. As part of the settlement, Jacob and his family have agreed not to disclose the name of the fast food establishment.

Having an injured child is incredibly trying and traumatic. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP may be able to help. We do not have the power to undo an injury or bring back a loved one, but we can help you seek compensation. We advance all costs and expenses related to your case and we do not recoup these costs unless we collect money for you. Greenberg & Rudman LLP has collected over $150 million in trial verdicts and settlements for our clients. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about premises liability, and brain injuries.

Would you like to read more about negligence cases involving children? Then please go to Part 2: CHILDHOOD INJURIES MAY BE RESULT OF NEGLIGENT CHILDCARE PROVIDERS—CALL BAY AREA PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS NOW (Part 2 of 2)

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Medical malpractice cases are lawsuits against doctors who have acted below a certain standard of care and negligently performed in a surgery, or in their regular business routine. In these types of cases, the medical provider would be compared to others in the same field. Depending on the injury that the victim suffered and the field of medicine that the alleged negligence occurred in, the victim’s attorney can use expert testimony to prove to the judge or jury that negligence occurred.

A jury in Florida awarded an injured woman, Amanda Slavin, $38 million for injuries that she suffered as a result of a spinal cord surgery. The lawsuit was against neurosurgeon Mario Nanes, Mount Sinai Hospital and the hospital’s pharmacy management. Nanes operated on Slavin for a herniated disc and injected her with a chemical dye during the surgery to locate the leak. However, the instructions for the dye had been discarded by the hospital’s pharmacy management and the doctor did not read that the dye should not have been used in the particular surgery that Slavin underwent.

After the surgery, Slavin was diagnosed with a neurological disability called arachnoiditis and is bedridden because she gets excruciating pains shooting through her entire body. Nanes has been sued by nine other patients since the 1980s. The Department of Health in 2007 fined Nanes $10,000 for failing to practice medicine at the reasonable level that another physician in the same circumstances and same field would perform. The $10,000 fine was the maximum that the state could fine a doctor for each occurrence. The jury assigned Nanes 68 percent of the responsibility, 18 percent to Mount Sinai and 14 percent to the pharmacy management company.

We know how hard it is to suffer such a serious injury and have to live with the consequences of someone else’s mistake for the rest of your life. We may not be able to go back and change what happened, but we may be able to help you obtain compensation for your injuries and future medical care. Give our attorneys a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation. We can help you find out your rights and make sure that your lawsuit is filed properly and on time. Go to our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about spinal injuries and about the verdicts and settlements that our office has won.

Want to know more about spinal cord injuries? Read Part 1: PARALYZED WOMAN WINS MILLIONS IN DAMAGES IN CAR ACCIDENT CALL SAN FRANCISCO NEGLIGENCE LAWSUIT ATTORNEY IF YOU’VE BEEN INJURED (Part 1 of 2)

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A broken neck can result in loss of sensation, paralysis and even death. The scientific term for a broken neck is a cervical fracture because there are seven cervical vertebrae, or neck bones, in the neck. The most common injuries to the neck bone are as a result of car accidents or diving into shallow water. Sports accidents can also cause fractures in the neck, as these fractures occur because of a sudden twist or hard blow to the neck. In order to diagnose a broken neck, doctors may look at swelling or bruising around the neck area and use a CT scan or an MRI test to see if the spinal cord has been damaged in the accident.

Medically in an emergency situation, when there is severe head trauma, it should be assumed that there is a cervical fracture until it is ruled out. The victim in a traumatic car accident should be immobilized with the use of a stretcher or neck brace until he reaches the hospital. Once it has been determined that the victim’s neck has been broken, there are different ways of treating it. There is a chance that the victim will become paralyzed from the waist down, or from the neck down, but there is also a chance that the victim will still be able to move around on his own.

On March 18, 2009, a San Mateo woman won $45 million in damages from an accident which occurred in September 2006. Tricia Roth was paralyzed when she was hit by a wrecking and demolition company’s truck. The truck ran a red light and hit Roth’s car. Roth suffered a broken neck and spinal injuries and requires full attendant care. The damages that were rewarded to Roth are likely for her future healthcare and the attendant care that she requires.

Greenberg & Rudman LLP represents people who have been seriously injured as well as the families of those who have been killed under wrongful death circumstances. We are experienced trial attorneys who have taken on big insurance companies and won. We advance all costs and expenses related to your case and we do not recoup these costs unless we collect money for you. Give us a call at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read more on spinal cord and neck injuries.

Would you like to read more about spinal cord injuries? Then go to Part 2: SPINAL CORD SURGERY MAY LEAD TO MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE—CALL OAKLAND LAWYERS (Part 2 of 2)

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A Lake Forest, Illinois resident, George Baldwin won a $33.2 million judgment for injuries sustained in a drunk driving accident. The jury awarded Baldwin the verdict so that he can be taken care of for the rest of his life and so that even with his physical disabilities, he can have a life full of possibilities. Have you been a victim of a drunk driving accident? If so, you should call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free and confidential consultation about your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO).

The accident occurred in 2006 when Baldwin left a house party with William Klairmont—both were underage and had been drinking at Lauralee Pfeifer’s house (who had to pay damages of $2.5 million for her role in the accident). Klairmont crashed the car into a utility box and was cited for a DUI after police registered his blood alcohol level of .146. As a result of the accident, Baldwin was paralyzed from the chest down. Klairmont admitted fault, so the trial was only on how much the damages should be. Klairmont’s insurance company will be responsible for the damages in this case.

Drunk driving can be a very dangerous thing and can destroy many lives at the same time. To make sure that you get the proper justice that you deserve, you should contact the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free and confidential consultation and learn about your rights. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). We are here to fight for your rights and to help you through it. Visit our website, www.alawpro.com to read more about car accidents and other injuries associated with it.

Want to read more about drunk driving accidents? Go to Part I: DRUNK DRIVING MAY BE SUBJECT OF NEGLIGENCE LAWSUIT—CALL OAKLAND PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS (Part 1 of 2)

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There are different types of head trauma that can occur in a variety of settings, the most often of which in car or truck accidents. Other causes include assaults, falls and recreational activities (particularly for children). People can suffer head injuries from an object penetrating their head, or from a blunt force trauma, which means that an object hits the person, or the person hits the object. Both of these have their own dangers: in a penetrating trauma, the person will likely require surgery to remove all of the fragments from their head, and the initial injury may cause death; for blunt head traumas, there is the danger that the person does not recognize that he has been injured because there might not be blood, or pain immediately.

The different types of head traumas are skull fractures, intracranial hemorrhage, and closed head injuries.

• Skull fractures occur when there is an actual break in the bone around the brain or the other structures inside the skull. There are three categories in skull fractures: linear skull fracture, depressed skull fracture and basilar skull fracture. In a linear skull fracture, the break in the skull usually forms in a straight line and is usually not a dangerous fracture in itself. There is an added danger if the brain is injured in this fracture. Depressed skull fractures usually occur when there is an impact from a blunt object to the head, such as a hammer or bat. Usually there are dents in the skull, which may or may not require surgery, depending on their depth. The last kind of fracture is the basilar skull fracture. This type of fracture involves the bones in the base of the skull, and may affect the sinus cavities.
• Intracranial hemorrhage may occur in several different ways, but is generally an injury in which there is bleeding within the skull. The bleeding may occur between the brain tissue and the dura mater (the layer of tissue that is between the brain and the skull), or between the dura mater and the skull, or within the brain itself.
• Closed head injuries indicate injuries that are suffered when there is no penetrating object or dent caused by the impact. This includes a concussion, which is commonly known to many. These closed head injuries can range from minor injuries to potentially fatal ones.

Suffering a head injury in a car accident is extremely stressful for a person and his/her family. Finding an attorney you can trust may be the best thing to do in that stressful situation. The attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP can help you complete paperwork in a lawsuit and help you in every step of the way. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation from an experienced attorney. Please also visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information on head injuries.

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Victims of negligence on the part of doctors, nurses and hospital employees may file lawsuits called medical malpractice suits. These lawsuits examine the role that health care providers in certain incidents and whether they acted properly. In order to determine whether the health care providers acted properly in a situation, the judge would evaluate whether the health care provider acted in a reasonable way that others in the same field would have. For example, if a doctor fails to provide a patient with a certain treatment, but provides another remedy, then he would not necessarily be found of any wrongdoing. However, if that doctor did not provide any treatment when any other doctor would have, then there might be liability.

The family of Roberto Morales Jr. has reached a $6.5 million settlement agreement against Provena Mercy Medical Center in Cook County, Illinois on January 13, 2009. The lawsuit was brought against the hospital because it was alleged that Roberto sustained brain injury during his birth because the obstetrician and labor and delivery nurse failed to respond to his low heart rate and reduced oxygen as a result of the drug Pitocin.

If you have concerns about a medical treatment that you received, it would be best to speak to an experienced attorney and find out if you can recover damages for the injury that you may have suffered. Call Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get a free consultation. We are committed to obtaining compensation for victims injured by the negligence of others. Please go to www.alawpro.com to see our record of verdicts and settlements.

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The severity of a spinal cord injury is taken into account when evaluating how badly a person is injured. Spinal cord injuries are divided into two categories: partial or complete. In a partial spinal cord injury, the injured person may still have sensation or feeling in some parts of their body, as the spinal cord is still able to deliver messages to and from the brain. A complete spinal cord injury might be a misnomer because even in these cases, the spinal cord is never completely severed. In these cases, there is a total or close to total loss of sensation below the point of the injury. Spinal cord injuries may result in loss of movement, loss of sensation or bladder control, and difficulty breathing.

Spinal cord injuries can be caused from traumatic or even nontraumatic injuries. Traumatic injuries include car accidents, gunshot or knife wounds which all may dislocate, crush or compress the vertebrae. Nontraumatic injuries may be caused by cancer, arthritis or infections. Car and motorcycle accidents account for more than 50 percent of spinal cord injuries, which makes them the leading cause of spinal cord injuries. Fifteen percent of spinal cord injuries are caused by violent incidents, such as gunshot and knife wounds. Approximately 22 percent of the injuries are caused by falls. Sports, recreational injuries and diseases account for the rest of the spinal cord injuries.

Greenberg & Rudman LLP handles all cases on a contingency fee basis. We are paid a percentage of what we recover for you, and this means you will pay no fees unless we collect money for you. So, if you have been injured in an accident, call our knowledgeable attorneys now to receive a free consultation at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). Visit our website, www.alawpro.com and read more about the cases that our attorneys have won.

For more information on spinal cord injuries, please read Part I: SPINAL CORD INJURIES MAY RESULT IN PARAPLEGIA—INJURED? CALL ACCIDENT INJURY ATTORNEYS NOW

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Severe spinal cord injuries can result in paraplegia, quadriplegia or full body paralysis. Paraplegia is when a person’s lower extremities’ motor and/or sensory functions are impaired. Quadriplegia is the paralysis of all four limbs, but may not be total paralysis. Spinal cord injuries depend on the location of the injury and the severity of the injury. The location of the injury may affect the amount of paralysis. For example, if the injury occurs closer to the neck, there may be paralysis of the limbs, as well as problems breathing. However, if the injury occurs in the lower part of the spine, then there may be paralysis to the lower extremities and may not affect the upper body.

So what is the spinal cord? The spinal cord is part of the central nervous system and extends from the brain. It is protected by the vertebral column, which is made up of 24 vertebrae, the sacrum, intervertebral discs and coccyx. These vertebral bones can shatter, and puncture the spinal cord. This is one among several ways to damage the spinal cord. Car accidents are also a common way to damage the spinal cord. Often times victims of spinal cord injuries can lose feeling in certain parts of their bodies.

If you or a family member has suffered a spinal cord injury as a result of an accident, please call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak to one of our experienced attorneys. We are committed to obtaining compensation for victims injured by the negligence of others. We do not have the power to undo an injury or bring back a loved one, but we can help you seek compensation. Visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information about spinal cord injuries.

Want more information on spinal cord injuries? Read Part II: CAR ACCIDENTS MOST COMMON CAUSE OF SPINAL CORD INJURIES (Part 2 of 2)

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Both public places and residential buildings hold many potential dangers for visitors in San Francisco. Elevators, escalators, stairwells, wet floors, maintenance areas, revolving doors and other features of large buildings can pose threats to innocent users. A disturbing example of these hazards occurred this week when the body of a man was discovered in an elevator shaft in a San Francisco high rise apartment building. Police say the man fell into the open shaft accidentally after he called the elevator. His body was not discovered for a week. If you or a loved on has been hurt on someone else's premises, you should get help from a lawyer. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak to a Bay Area attorney for free.

If you have been hurt in an area outside your home, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for your loss. Here is a list of some potential accidents and injuries that can occur in a public and/or residential location:

ACCIDENT ----->INJURY
Falling on an escalator-----> Lacerations; Broken hip, foot, ankle, leg or arm
Slipping on a wet floor-----> Broken hand, arm, hip
Falling on a stairwell-----> Broken bones, Head injury
Tripping over maintenance work-----> Broken leg, Sprained ankle
Tripping on poorly maintained floor-----> Lacerations; Broken bones
Falling in elevator area-----> Brain/Spinal Injury, Paralysis, Death
Falling off balcony-----> Broken bones, Spinal Injury, Death
Electrocution from bad wiring-----> Burn injuries, Death

To learn more, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Have you or someone you know been hurt or killed in a location outside of your home? Then you need the help of a California Law Team who understands. Please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free and confidential consultation at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). We have more than 50 years combined legal experience. With our winning record, we will help you understand and fight for your rights. Call us toll-free now. Help is just a phone call away.

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Sacramento is California's capital. Located in the county of the same name, Sacramento population is around 475,000. In an area known as the Central Valley, Sacramento residents enjoy CA's temperate weather and relative prosperity. Still, danger lurks in various forms for the inhabitants of the Sacramento area. Temporary or permanent paralysis is a devastating injury. Paralysis is normally caused by an injury to the spinal cord. Being paralyzed affects nearly every aspect of one's daily life. Paraplegia or quadriplegia can be caused by a variety of accidents including car and motorcycle crashes, work-related accidents and mishaps in public places. To learn more about paralysis and spine injuries, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been hurt in Sacramento, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak with a lawyer for free.

Paralysis can strike nearly anyone after a serious accident. Depending on where the spinal cord is damaged and how severe that damage is, a person can be paralyzed permanently or temporarily, from the waist down or from the neck down. Becoming a paraplegic or a quadriplegic forever alters a person's life. Here are some instances in which spinal injury or paralysis can occur:

• car, bus, truck or motorcycle accidents
• industrial, farming or construction accidents
• accidents involving heavy equipment
• accidents involving faulty products or equipment
• falls in dangerous places such as slippery floors, poorly maintained sidewalks or construction sites

If you sustained a brain or spinal injury in Sacramento, you may not know who is at fault. To get answers and to learn if you are entitled to financial compensation for your loss, contact a Law Team who can help. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us fight for your rights. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation, and let us do the work and worrying for you.

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Motorcycle accidents and deaths are on the rise all over California. Even so, more people, especially men, are buying bikes and riding them in dangerous circumstances – at high speeds or with insufficient experience. Rural roads and urban highways are equally hazardous. Motorcyclists' helmets provide head protection, but in the case of a severe crash or injury to the lower part of the body, bikers remain vulnerable. Whether a motorcycle crashes into a car, truck, freeway railing or other object, accidents can be deadly. Common motorcycle crash injuries include lacerations, brain and spinal injuries, broken arms and legs, paralysis and burn injuries. To learn more about bike-related accidents, see our website at www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a Bay Area motorcycle accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO for a free consultation with a lawyer.

On November 23, a 34 year old man died while riding his motorcycle on Highway 4 at Willow Pass Road in Concord, CA. His Harley Davidson crashed into a parked car on the shoulder of the freeway onramp. Earlier this year another man was killed while riding his bike in Concord when it caught fire after striking a car. Getting hurt or killed in a motorcycle accident may lead to questions about whom or what is to blame. To help you understand your rights and sift through the complicated aftermath of a crash, you need the help of an experienced attorney.

Been hurt in a San Francisco Bay Area bike crash? Then contact a Law Team with 50 years combined legal experience. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have fought and won cases like yours. Let us be there for you in your time of need. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now to receive your free and confidential interview. Help is just a phone call away.

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Northern California has always been at the forefront of environmental awareness. More than ever, conscientious Bay Area citizens are leaving their cars at home and opting to ride their bicycles and walk. What's greenest in this case; however, may not always be safest. Northern California bicycle accidents are on the rise due in large part to the sheer number of bikers leaving their automobiles in the garage. Bicycle crashes can have devastating results, even when cyclists are wearing helmets. Besides death, bike riders run the risk of suffering broken bones, lacerations, spinal injuries or paralysis. A bicyclist is not match for a moving vehicle such as a car, truck, train or bus. If you have been hurt in a Contra Costa bicycle accident, then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for a free consultation with a lawyer.

A Contra Costa cyclist died in a hit-and-run near Martinez, CA in late November. Traveling by bike near Highway 4 in the early evening, the man was struck by a car and left for dead. A fireman who was off-duty found the victim after the crash, but sadly, the bicyclist died at the scene. The bicyclist was riding near the shoulder of the road when he was hit, but even bike lanes cannot provide protection from accidents. Some riders even claim that bicycle lanes pose even more hazards to bike riders, as car often do not follow the laws set for bike lane travel. Needless to say, cyclists must be on alert on all roads at all times.

If you have been the victim of a bicycle-related accident in the Bay Area, you should get help from a lawyer right away. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. We help the injured and killed get the justice they deserve. To learn more about how we can help you, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com, or call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.

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Motor vehicle accidents normally involve cars, trucks, buses or trains. However in a less common instance in Walnut Creek a man died after his golf cart crashed into a car. Golf cart accidents can happen on the road or on the golf course and can be serious since carts offer little protection to its occupants. Golf cart accidents can be the fault of drivers, cart manufacturers or even the premises on which they occur. Golf cart injuries can include head or spinal injuries, broken bones, lacerations, paralysis (including paraplegia and quadriplegia) and burn injuries. To learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident in the Bay Area, speak to an attorney for free by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

The fatal Walnut Creek golf cart accident occurred on Rossmoor Parkway when the cart struck an oncoming car. The victim, an elderly man, sustained severe leg injuries. He died following an operation to fix his leg. Another occupant in the golf cart was hurt, while the car driver was unharmed. Golf cart accidents can have many dangerous consequences, and if you've been involved you should seek help from a knowledgeable Law Team.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a Bay Area cart or car crash, get legal help now. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us help you in your time of need. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free and confidential consultation.

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A former Marine won $11 million in a jury trial in U.S. District Court the week of November 22, 2008. Harold Leon Bostick became a quadriplegic after weightlifting equipment at Gold’s Gym crashed onto his neck. The incident happened at the Gold’s Gym located in Venice, California, and occurred because the machine did not have adjustable safety stops installed on the machine.

The incident happened in 2001 and Mr. Bostick has incurred over $700,000 in medical bills in just the first year after the accident. Over the last seven years, Mr. Bostick has won a total of $18.6 million dollars from the gym, and the machine’s insurer. Mr. Bostick settled with Gold’s Gym for $7.3 million and Atlantic Mutual, the insurer for the Flex Equipment Co. machine for $11.3 million.

Greenberg & Rudman LLP has collected over $150 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients. We represent people like Mr. Bostick who have been seriously injured, and families of those who have been killed under wrongful death circumstances. We are experienced trial attorneys who have taken on big insurance companies and won. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to speak with one of our experienced attorneys and visit our website www.alawpro.com for more information.

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Newark, CA is home to over 43,000 people. Completely surrounded by Fremont, Newark is an Alameda County enclave. Major car, bus, truck and motorcycle transportation for Newark is provided by I-880, SR 84 and the Dumbarton Bridge. Public transportation for Newark residents is mostly accessed thru Fremont and includes service by AC Transit, BART, Amtrak and ACE. With so much ability to move around the people of Newark are at risk for injury and death in crashes involving cars, trains, buses and more. Been hurt in a Newark accident? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO for a free interview with a lawyer.

Multi-vehicle accidents on freeways in the Bay Area seem like a daily occurrence. Crash injuries can include burns, broken bones, paralysis from spinal injuries, lacerations and the result can often be death. The cause of injury-accidents is not always clear. Who is a fault? The truck? The train? The hole in the road? If you've been hurt, you shouldn't have to deal with these questions as well as dealing with recovering from your trauma. Get help from a lawyer if you have been involved in an accident.

If you've been hurt in Newark, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP. We have more than 50 years legal experience in winning cases like yours. To learn more about us please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. Or call us for a free and confidential consultation at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). Let us do the work and worrying for you. Please contact us now.

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Pleasanton, CA is one of the country's wealthiest mid-sized cities. With a population of over 67,000, Pleasanton is located in Alameda County where I-580 and I-680 cross. Pleasanton is home to the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Safeway Headquarters and major hubs of Kaiser Permanente and Oracle are also located in Pleasanton. Subsequently, the town is need of major transportation venues for its workers and visitors. In addition to the interstates, BART transit, WHEELS buses and Altamont Commuter express trains all serve the Pleasanton area. With such diverse professional and pleasurable destinations, Pleasanton can also be home to various accidents and injuries at work or while having fun. If you have been injured in an accident in Pleasanton, please seek help from an attorney by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

Whether at the annual County Fair or working in one of Pleasanton's major corporate centers, dangers lurk for employees and visitors. Work-related injuries include repetitive motion injuries, broken bones and neck and back pain. Public park and grounds injuries can result from poor maintenance of structures, rides, roads or sidewalks. Accidents from slips, trips or falls call result in spinal cord injuries, broken and ankles and even paralysis. To learn more about workplace and public premises injuries, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Get help from a lawyer immediately if you have been injured in Pleasanton by calling the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP. We have more than 50 years combined legal experience in fighting for victims like you. When you contact us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) you can receive a free and confidential consultation with a lawyer. Let us help you in your time of need. Please call now.

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A three vehicle crash led to major injuries on the 101 Freeway in San Jose. Two people involved in the accident fled the scene. A van and two cars collided leaving seven people injured with broken bones and head injuries. Have you or a loved one been injured in a San Jose crash? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

The crash happened in the morning on southbound 101 north of Alum Rock Avenue. The van contained 6 passengers, one of whom may have a broken leg. The other cars involved were a '99 Honda Accord and a '98 Volkswagen Jetta. A car driver had a head injury, while other victims sustained less serious injuries. Car accidents can cause any number of bodily injuries including laceration and burn injuries. To learn more about accident-related trauma and injury, visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Been hurt in a Bay Area accident? Then seek the help of a Law Team with over 50 years combined legal experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have been fighting for the rights of Californians and winning. Please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation with an attorney. Help is a phone call away.

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Hayward, CA in Alameda County has a population of almost 150,000 people. A suburb of Oakland, Hayward is notoriously known to East Bay residents for its traffic jams. Mission Boulevard is the site of seemingly endless congestion and accidents. If you have been injured in a Hayward crash, contact a lawyer for help by calling 1-800ALAWPRO now.

Both 1-880 and I-238 serve Hayward, but may of the real problems occur at State Route 238, also known as Mission Boulevard. While always a nuisance, traffic can also be deadly. Rearend collisions are common in traffic and during commutes. Injuries from rear enders include whiplash, head and spine injuries, lacerations and broken bones. In traffic, it is not always clear who is to blame for an accident, and that is why you need the help of an experienced Law Team.

If you have been injured in an accident in Hayward, CA, please call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation. When you call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), we will do the work for you during this difficult time. Let our 50 years combined experience in serving the injured help you. Please call us now.

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Alameda County is the 7th largest California county, home to nearly 1.5 million people. Synonymous with the East Bay, Alameda Cty, includes Oakland, Fremont and Hayward. With six interstates occupying the county, Alameda definitely sees its share of traffic and road accidents. Motorcycle accidents are on the rise in California and around the country. When it comes to motorcycle accidents, it is not always clear who is to blame. If you have been involved in a motorcycle-related crash, you should seek the help of a lawyer immediately. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for a free interview with a lawyer who understands you needs.

Whether on the MacArthur, Sinclair, Nimitz or John B. Williams Freeway in Alameda Cty., motorcycle accidents are prevalent and deadly. Driver error, road negligence, speed and other factors can contribute to bike crashes. While may motorcycle collisions are fatal, serious injuries can include paralysis, head, neck or spinal cord injury, broken bones, lacerations and amputation.

At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have more than 50 years combined experience in serving clients like you. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash in Alameda County, then contact us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). Let us help you through this difficult time. We are here for you now.

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Since 1997, nearly 200 bicyclists have been killed and over 1800 severely injured in the Bay Area. Certain roads and intersections are more hazardous than others a San Francisco Chronicle analysis found. While these specific roadways are different in location and type, all have proved fatal for cyclists in the past decade. To learn more about the hazards of bicycle riding, please see our webpage. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for your free interview with an attorney.

Injuries and deaths from bicycle accidents appear to be on the rise in Northern California, per statistics from the California Highway Patrol (CHP). In the past 10 years more than 31,000 bicycle-related accidents have been reported, with the number of more serious accidents increasing yearly. Severe injuries incurred in these accidents include broken bones, lacerations, spinal cord and head injuries, and more. Some Bay Area roads are repeat locations for severe injury and death to bikers. Following are a few of the areas that the Chronicle report cited using statistics from 1997-2006:

--Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino
Road Type: Rural
Deaths in 2003, 2004 (and recently this year 2 more deaths)

--Market Street, San Francisco
Road Type: Urban
3 deaths, 14 injuries since 1997
# of bike accident reported: 215

--Middlefield Road, Redwood City thru Mountain View
Road type: Suburban
2 deaths, 12 serious injuries

--Clayton Road, Concord
1 death, 13 major injuries

--Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, from San Anselmo
Road type: Rural (at Baywood Canyon) and Urban
13 severe injuries

--Highway 12, Sonoma County
Road type: Rural
2 deaths, 10 serious injuries

Have you or a family member been the victim of a bicycle-related accident in California? Then contact an experienced and knowledgeable Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we are here to fight for the rights of the injured and offer more than 50 years combined experience. Let us work for you during this difficult time. Please call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation.

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A third person has been struck by a Caltrain in an 8 day period on the Peninsula. The two other train-related crashes (one killed a truck driver and the other hospitalized a woman with head injuries) have been addressed in previous blogs. In this latest crash, the pedestrian was hit by a Cal train while crossing railroad tracks in Mountain View. He later died. 13 people have died this year in Caltrain crashes. If you or a loved one has been involved an accident with Caltrans, please contact a lawyer for free at 1-800-ALAWPRO or visit us online at www.alawpro.com.

The three recent Caltrain collisions have all occurred in San Mateo County. Authorities stated that the Mountain View victim who died most recently was crossing the tracks in a marked “no trespassing” zone. He was in critical condition at a local hospital before he died. The train, a No. 101, was headed north near Highway 85. In another train crash this week, a woman was struck in her car at a crossing that had a stop sign but lacked alert gates, bells or lights. Authorities are urging citizens to be careful at all local railroads.

Have you or someone close to you been injured in a train-related accident in California? If so, please get legal advice immediately. Call the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive a free and confidential consultation. We have more than 50 years legal experience to serve all of your needs. Please call us toll free now or visit us at www.alawpro.com. Help is just a phone call away.

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Alameda, a small island on the east side of the San Francisco Bay, is home to approximately 75,000 residents. Getting in and out of Alameda requires ferry, bridge or tunnel access for cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles, and all other vehicles. I-880 makes Alameda quite accessible as well with an exit a few short minutes from town. With a speed limit of 25 mph, Alameda would seem like an idyllic spot for those on foot; however, non-locals exiting the 880 into Alameda don't always obey or know about the decreased speed. If cars, buses and trucks don't slow down, the results can be dangerous and deadly for Alameda pedestrians. Have you or a loved one been injured in an Alameda accident? Then please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with an attorney at no cost.

Alameda can be accessed by the U.S.’s only pedestrian and bicyclist drawbridge, as well as motor vehicle bridges at Park, High and Fruitvale Ave., tunnels at Harrison (the Posey Tube) and Webster. Public transit for Alameda residents includes two ferry services, Harbor Bay and Alameda-Oakland, as well as bus service provided by AC (Alameda County) Transit. But walkers and bikers beware! Advocate groups have had to take on the cause of protecting non-vehicular road users. Drivers exiting into Alameda from 880 can injure pedestrians. Accidents involving pedestrians are often fatal and injuries can include broken limbs, head and neck injuries, as well as severe lacerations.

If you have been hurt in a crash in Alameda, then please get help from the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now. Learn more about your rights by visiting www.alawpro.com. Or call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive a free and confidential consultation. The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. We are here for you in your time of need.

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The most recent SF Collision report, compiled by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency from CHP statistics, shows a disturbingly high rise in traffic-related injuries and deaths. In 2007 pedestrian accidents were up more than 50%, composing more than half of all traffic deaths. Bicycle-related crashes rose over 30%. Vehicle-related deaths are also up over 50%, while injuries from accidents involving motor vehicles are also on the rise. Injuries incurred in road accidents can include brain and spinal injuries, broken limbs, burn injuries, paralysis and laceration. The report also showed that certain SF intersections are particularly dangerous for walkers. Additionally, as previously blogged, Muni buses are posing a growing threat to SF residents with two deaths already this year. To learn more about car, motorcycle, bus, bike and pedestrian accidents, please visit our website www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a SF road accident, please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer for free.

With the spike in road injuries and deaths, some city officials point to the increasing number of people choosing alternatives to car travel. Nevertheless the high number of injuries and deaths is alarming for anyone using San Francisco streets. Here are some more 2007 statistics from the report:

# of Non-fatal Pedestrian injuries: 800
# of Non-fatal Bicycling injuries: 450
# of Pedestrian deaths: 32
# of Pedestrian deaths involving Muni buses or streetcars: 8

What else may be to blame for the grim stats? Poor road design and maintenance including a lack of bike lanes, hidden traffic signs, or poorly visible crosswalks may be a factor. Drivers may also be responsible, especially those who disobey the law by speeding, running red lights and stop signs; or those drivers who are not paying enough attention on the road, distracted by cell phones or other things. There is no doubt that both SF pedestrians and drivers need to be cautious and take care on the road. Following are some of the San Francisco intersections cited as being repeatedly dangerous for walkers, bikers and drivers:

Gough & Market
Market & 6th
Oak St. & Octavia Blvd.
Bayshore Blvd. & Silver Ave.
Mission St. & Silver Ave.
19th Ave. & Junipero Serra Blvd.
19th Ave. & Sloat Blvd.
13th St. & South Van Ness

Have you or a loved one been injured in an SF crash? Then you need the help of an experienced and trusted Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us help you understand your rights during this difficult time. Call us toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here to fight for you now.

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A special report by Channel 2 (KTVU) looked into a frightening Bay Area menace: extremely dangerous driving behavior on the Bay Bridge. The Bridge connects San Francisco to the East Bay, and as discussed in an earlier blog, Bay Area Bridges pose a number of hazardous factors to drivers. In their report, the news channel brings up yet another danger: drunk drivers racing and swerving across the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge on the weekends, often while under the influence. Accidents involving high speed impact can have devastating results including brain and spinal cord injuries, paralysis, burn-related injuries, broken arms or legs, and death. Have you or a loved one been involved in an accident on the Bay Bridge? Please call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak with a lawyer at no cost.

According to the CHP, since Jan 2007 nearly 365 people have been arrested for DUI's on the Bridge in early morning hours – from 1am to 6am, and most of these occur on Friday and Saturday mornings. In August a passenger in the back seat of a Mercedes was killed when a Subaru Impreza going over 100 mph smashed into him. The speed limit on the bridge is 50 mph; however, KTVU's investigation spotted many cars traveling at over 80 mph, some more than 90 mph. The driving which threatens law abiding bridge users is reckless, with dangerously high speeds, lack of signaling during lane changes, abrupt lane changes, and frequently influenced by drugs and/or alcohol.

Been hurt by a driver on the Bay Bridge, then please get help from an experienced California Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have over 50 years legal experience in representing the rights of people like you. To learn more about cases we have successfully fought and won, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. For a free and confidential consultation, please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776). We are here for you now.

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Located in Santa Clara County, San Jose, California, is in the heart of the Silicon Valley, with a population of 989,500. It is the third largest city in California, and the 10th largest city in the United States. In San Jose’s downtown area, there is the California State University San Jose, several large technology companies, the HP Pavilion and a very lively nightlife of restaurants and bars. Since the downtown area is conducive to foot and bicycle traffic, there is a greater risk of accidents involving pedestrians and cars.

Have you or a loved one been injured in San Jose, California? If so, please call the law office of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) to get your free consultation from one of our experienced lawyers. We specialize in personal injury claims ranging from wrongful death claims to workplace injuries. Please visit our website at www.alawpro.com for more information on how we can help you today.

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