Developing Post-Traumatic Epilepsy Following a TBI
When a person bumps or strikes their head on an object, they may develop a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which is a very serious injury that can cause issues with the function of the…
Burns, Shocks, and Electrocution: The Dangers of Electrical Injuries
Electrical injuries can be something as small as a first-degree burn, or something as devastating as dying from electrocution. These types of injuries can occur as a result of being struck by lightning, operating…
Permanent Nerve Damage After a Car Accident
Some injuries from car accidents are immediately visible and clearly traumatic – open wounds, crushed limbs, and broken bones are easy to see. Other types of injuries, like brain trauma from a closed head…
Why Explosions Are So Often Deadly
Films and television shows make explosions exciting: will the hero survive? Will the villain perish? The truth, however, is that explosions cause severe injuries and devastating damage to the surrounding areas. According to the…
How Do Brain and Spinal Cord Bleeds Cause Paralysis?
The brain and spinal cord play a significant role in transmitting messages and controlling movement throughout the body. Therefore, if there is a bleed or injury in either of these parts of the body,…
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day: Protecting Yourself and Your Home
Saturday, May 6, 2023 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day. This annual campaign – held in the US and in Canada – is sponsored here by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The goal of…
The Role of Vocational Experts in Traumatic Amputation Cases
The physical and emotional toll of a traumatic amputation can be immense. In addition to the challenges of adapting to a new way of lifethere are often significant financial costs associated with medical treatment,…
Can Magic Mushrooms Help Treat Migraines Caused by Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Migraines are a debilitating neurological condition that affects millions of people and are a common side effect of traumatic brain injuries (“TBI”). While there is no cure for migraines, researchers at Yale School of…
Is Emotional Distress a Personal Injury in California?
When you file a personal injury lawsuit in California, you may also seek compensation for emotional distress. However, not all cases involving emotional distress involve a physical injury. Today, we want to look more…
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in California?
Living with a serious personal injury can be challenging for victims and their families. When an award is granted by a jury or a settlement is reached between the parties, the award is typically…
McNicholas & McNicholas Hosts Firm Culture Event at NeueHouse Hollywood
McNicholas & McNicholas gathered for a firm-wide event at NeueHouse Hollywood for a thought-provoking day where attorneys discussed new developments in direct and mass actions law, how to foster a thriving and supportive community…
Compensation for Organ Damage Caused by Accident or Negligence
Catastrophic injuries often cause long-term pain and require continuing medical care. They can change your ability to function, work, and enjoy life. Organ damage is often considered a catastrophic injury, and if you suffered…
Truck Back-up Accidents in Los Angeles
Trucks regularly need to back in and out of loading docks, parking lots, and other locations. The longer the truck, the more dangerous a reverse maneuver can be. Backing-up accidents are especially dangerous for…
What Parents Should Know About Pediatric and Childhood Brain Trauma
It is hard enough when adults suffer a traumatic brain injury. Life can be even more difficult and more upsetting when a toddler or a child suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBIs are…
Fatal Traffic Accidents Are Rising in Los Angeles
There are numerous highways and roads all across Los Angeles. The city has a national reputation for congestion; being stuck in traffic makes the commute to work unbearable. But now the city’s traffic may…
Jay Leno Suffers Severe Burns in Garage Fire Accident
Hollywood was buzzing the week before the Thanksgiving holiday when famed talk show host and car collector Jay Leno was seriously hurt by a gasoline fire in his Burbank garage. According to reports, authorities…
The Severity of a Complete Spinal Cord Injury
An injury to the spine or spinal cord is often considered catastrophic, as it can affect every system of the body, including mobility. Depending on the location of the injury on the spinal cord,…
The Severity of Limb Loss After a Tragic Accident
Limb loss is a catastrophic injury that causes complications that may be just as serious as traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. Limb loss is a tricky injury because it is like a…
What Is Spastic Hypertonia?
Spastic hypertonia is when a body part has too much muscle tone, making it difficult to move. Spastic hypertonia affects the muscles and may occur as a result of a stroke, brain injury, multiple…
Los Angeles Helicopter Tours Can Be Deadly
Los Angeles is full of glitz and glam, and there are services and activities here that you cannot find anywhere else. One of these experiences is air tours. While you can find them in…
What Out-of-State Visitors Need to Know About CA Laws
California is no stranger to tourism. Los Angeles alone gets nearly 50 million visitors per year. While many of those visitors choose to use rideshare services or public transit, a significant percentage drive their own vehicles. They may assume that their home…
How Violations of California Vehicle Code Affect Truck Accident Liability
Commercial truck accidents often cause catastrophic damage, which is why so much effort has gone into figuring out why these collisions happen and how to prevent them in 2026. The California Vehicle Code addresses many of these concerns and safety risks, and…
Drone-Related Injuries: New Technology Meets California Negligence Law
Drones are no longer the niche gadgets they were when they first hit the market – they now play an important role in photography, construction, real estate, recreation, deliveries, and more. However, the more drones become a common sight in California, the…
Claims Involving Elderly Drivers Under California’s Senior License Renewal Rules
As drivers age, safety concerns can collide with legal responsibility after an accident caused by an elderly driver. California is one of many states that has implemented additional license renewal requirements for senior drivers. These safeguards reduce risk, but of course, they…
Mental Health Concerns After an Injury
In the world of personal injury law, it might be tempting to focus primarily or even exclusively on a person’s physical suffering, but what happens when a victim experiences the invisible toll of emotional distress? Recent research suggests that survivors are at…
Independent Contractors Injured on the Job in LA — Do They Have Rights?
In 2023, roughly 2.2 million California residents reported that they are primarily self-employed. This figure includes a combination of small business owners, freelancers, and gig workers, many of whom work long, hard hours in order to ensure their needs—and those of their…
Who’s Liable in LA’s Frequent Multi-Car Pileups?
If you live in or around Los Angeles, it’s probably no surprise that our city recently ranked 2nd for having the worst traffic in the nation. Since traffic density is one of the most reliable predictors of traffic collisions, Los Angeles residents…
What Is a CCP 998 Offer in California, and How Can It Impact Your Case?
A CCP § 998 offer is a written settlement offer that can be used by either the plaintiff or the defendant in a civil case. The primary goal of a 998 offer is to encourage both parties to settle by imposing financial…
Wildfire Evacuation Injuries: Can You Sue for Poor Emergency Planning?
In 2023, there were over 7,000 wildfires reported in the state of California, and this number is still growing in 2024. As experts continue to suggest that the frequency of these disasters will only increase in the years ahead, it’s more important…
Proving Future Medical Costs in California Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Brain and spinal cord injuries are among the most serious, life-altering traumas a person can suffer. In California, victims of catastrophic injuries may be entitled to compensation for both immediate medical expenses and the probable significant future medical costs. This article explores…
Burn Victims and Emotional Trauma
Burn injuries are like no other. These injuries are among the most painful and traumatic experiences a person can endure. Beyond the physical damage, burn victims often suffer from long-lasting emotional harm. These victims are susceptible to anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder…
How California Juries View Brain Injury Claims Without Visible Head Trauma
Unlike a broken bone, a surgical scar, or other visible wound, a concussion or traumatic brain injury can be invisible to the naked eye. Still, the pain is real for victims and can be life-altering. To make matters worse, when it comes…
How Prosthetic Costs Impact Settlement Value in Amputation Cases
Losing a limb or requiring prosthetic assistance after an accident is life-changing in every way possible. The physical, emotional, and financial toll is overwhelming, especially the financial burden of prosthetic devices, as they can cost tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands…
Who’s Liable When a FedEx or Amazon Van Hits You?
Delivery trucks and vans are an unavoidable sight on LA roads. They zip down neighborhood streets, double park in busy commercial areas, and block lanes of traffic during deliveries. In addition to making life a lot easier for most people and complicating…
How Jury Demographics in LA Affect High-Value Personal Injury Verdicts
Los Angeles County is known for a lot of things, including its diversity, booming economy, and dense traffic. When a personal injury goes to trial in Los Angeles, the jury pool—and those who are ultimately selected—play a big role in which way…
What to Expect at Your Deposition in a Personal Injury Case
If you’re pursuing a personal injury claim, you may find that the deposition is one of the most stressful parts of your case, especially if you’ve never been through one before. Being under oath and trying to answer both thoroughly and concisely…
Power Line Fires and Utility Negligence in LA
In California, power line fires caused by utility negligence are a common concern, having led to several lawsuits in recent years. These fires threaten densely populated neighborhoods, but utility fires have also played a role in the wildfires that have dominated the…
Discovery Is the Most Important Part of Your Lawsuit
Soon after you file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, you will enter the pretrial discovery phase (“discovery” for short). For many plaintiffs, this is the most important part of your case–and it demands your full cooperation. The more meaningfully you…
What Will Insurance Cover After a Fire?
California is a hot and dry state, especially near LA. Devastating fires break out frequently, destroying untold billions of dollars worth of real estate and personal property. Fire insurance is a must in many areas. But are you really familiar with what…
Hit and Run Accidents in Los Angeles
A hit and run in Los Angeles, as in most jurisdictions, involves a driver being involved in an accident with another vehicle, a pedestrian, or a fixed object, and then leaving the scene without identifying themselves to the other party or parties…