According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), drivers are at a higher risk of getting into car accidents during the summer than at any other time of the year. This could be because school is out and there are more people out enjoying the summer weather cruising in their motorcycle or bicycle. Luckily, there
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In the United States, teen driving-related car accidents are the number one cause of death in teenagers. The trauma from this type of an accident can last a lifetime, so it is important to talk to your children about the dangers of driving. The best thing you can do is to prepare them for the
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At James McKiernan Lawyers, after handling over 30,000 personal injury claims in our 40+ years of existence, car accident injury lawsuits remain one of our core focuses. We have always tried to provide the most accurate information to our potential and existing clients regarding car accident safety and news around San Luis Obispo County, and
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A rollover accident is often traumatic and life-threatening. When a 3,000-pound automobile rolls off the road, it can crush the occupants inside. In an effort to prevent fatalities and save lives, carmakers have turned their attention to reducing rollover accidents. Today’s cars now come equipped with safety features that help protect drivers and passengers during
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Rear-end collisions are common accidents in California. Most people assume that these crashes are always caused by the driver in the back and not the one in front. However, this presumption does not always hold in California. Our San Luis Obispo auto accident lawyers discuss what you need to know if you are involved in
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Celebrating the start of the new year with family and friends can be a joyous time. Parties and festivities often run until the wee hours of the morning. Unfortunately, many of these celebrations involve drinking. This is why New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest nights of the year for drunk driving accidents and
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If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident, you know it is among the most traumatic and dangerous events that can happen to you. On top of that, car accidents are expensive, often causing personal injury and property damage. When you’ve been involved in a car crash, you need to spend your time focused
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After a car accident, it is natural to have many questions running through your mind. “How will I pay my medical expenses?” “How can I pay my mortgage if I am unable to work?” “What if I never recover completely?” Fortunately, a San Luis Obispo auto accident lawyer can help you find the answers to
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If you were a passenger injured in a car accident, you deserve compensation. In most cases, you will have an easier case because one or both of the drivers may be liable. When dealing with a personal injury claim, the plaintiff needs to prove liability (party at fault) and damages (the injuries incurred by the
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State lawmakers recently passed multiple new laws that went into effect at the start of the year. Failing to follow these laws could put you and others at risk. At a minimum, you could receive a citation or even jail time. To avoid these outcomes, we encourage you to continue reading our blog to learn
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II contacted the firm for an injury.. They were very professional and, most importantly, they set real expectations on what to expect. They explained in great detail the process would be, and what to expect as outcomes. They communicated to me what paperwork was needed and helped me fill out some of the more [READ MORE]
I highly recommend James McKiernan lawyers. I was in a terrible accident 4 months ago and didn’t know what to do. I was referred to their office and they have worked miracles for myself as well as for my family. They were prompt in everything they did for me and settled my case when [READ MORE]
I was the victim of a head on collision. I was referred to James McKiernan Lawyers and glad about it. Darrel O. worked my case and always kept me in the loop. He and his staff did 110%. He made sure I received a proper medical assessment and treatments in a timely manner. He [READ MORE]
Caleb J. Anthony was my attorney and he worked tirelessly to get me the best settlement. He was efficient, professional and kind. I highly recommend James McKiernan Attorney’s [READ MORE]
Was very helpful in a injury case in my favor. I was also very pleased with the Living Trust he put together for us. Whenever I called, the office associates, were kind and [READ MORE]
Very easy to work with. When they say they are going to do something, not only do they do it but they do it when they say they are going to [READ MORE]
II contacted the firm for an injury.. They were very professional and, most importantly, they set real expectations on what to expect. They explained in great detail the process would be, and what to expect as outcomes. They communicated to me what paperwork was needed and helped me fill out some of the more [READ MORE]
I highly recommend James McKiernan lawyers. I was in a terrible accident 4 months ago and didn’t know what to do. I was referred to their office and they have worked miracles for myself as well as for my family. They were prompt in everything they did for me and settled my case when [READ MORE]
I was the victim of a head on collision. I was referred to James McKiernan Lawyers and glad about it. Darrel O. worked my case and always kept me in the loop. He and his staff did 110%. He made sure I received a proper medical assessment and treatments in a timely manner. He [READ MORE]
Caleb J. Anthony was my attorney and he worked tirelessly to get me the best settlement. He was efficient, professional and kind. I highly recommend James McKiernan Attorney’s [READ MORE]
Was very helpful in a injury case in my favor. I was also very pleased with the Living Trust he put together for us. Whenever I called, the office associates, were kind and [READ MORE]
Very easy to work with. When they say they are going to do something, not only do they do it but they do it when they say they are going to [READ MORE]
