Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Darla Canon, Attorney Team Lead Every parent eventually asks the question: Is a child safe to ride in the front seat? Whether it’s a short trip across town, a carpool situation, or a vehicle without a back seat, many families wonder when it’s legally and practically okay for a child to sit up front. The answer isn’t as simple as
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Arash Karimi, attorney Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere at any time. One minute you’re going through the motions of your everyday routine, and the next, you’re hurt, and your life feels like it has flipped upside down. You’re being asked to fill out an incident report, and insurance adjusters are calling to settle your claim
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Camille Pace, attorney Many people fear flying. Others panic at the thought of sharks, snakes, or dangerous animals. But statistically, the most dangerous activity most of us participate in every day isn’t something exotic – it’s driving. We get into the car without thinking twice. We buckle up, adjust the mirrors, maybe turn the music up – and go. But in
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: John Sydow, attorney Dealing with the aftermath of a car wreck is overwhelming. Between medical appointments, vehicle repairs, missed work, and insurance calls, it can feel like everything is happening at once. On top of that, many drivers have another lingering concern: How will this crash affect my driving record? If you’ve been involved in a car
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Spencer Smith, attorney team lead Insurance carriers have long relied on lowball tactics to resolve claims as cheaply as possible. While the core objective hasn’t changed, the methods have become more nuanced, ranging from ignoring future medical care to exploiting gaps in treatment and strategically undervaluing soft tissue injuries. For personal injury attorneys, understanding
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Dana Nichols, attorney Merging can be scary for many drivers. In fact, it’s a leading contributor to driving anxiety. To others, it’s something we do almost every day – getting onto the highway, changing lanes in heavy traffic, or squeezing into a gap during rush hour. It feels routine and almost automatic. But merging is one of the most dangerous maneuvers
