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Passenger Injured, Hospitalized after a DUI Crash in Stockton

March 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from KCRA 3 NBC, one person was injured and hospitalized after a single-vehicle drunk driving crash in Stockton. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to the scene of the accident just…

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Commercial Truck Defects can Contribute to Serious Accidents in California

March 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

A fully-loaded semi-truck typically weighs between 40,000 and 80,000 pounds. On account of their extraordinarily large size, commercial trucks pose a serious safety risk to everyone else on our road. Commercial…

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Injured in a Car Crash in Galt? What to Do to Protect Your Rights.

February 28, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Located in the southern part of Sacramento County, Galt is a fast-growing community. It is home to a number of notable attractions including the Galt Market, Galt Area Historical Society, Brewster House, The Galt Arno…

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California Personal Injury Claims: What is a Spoliation Letter?

February 16, 2022 | Jude Redkey

A serious accident can cause enormous disruption to your life. Not only could you be dealing with stacks of medical bills and significant pain and suffering, but you may need to take time off from work to recover from…

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Five Things You Should NOT Say to an Insurance Adjuster After a Car Accident in California

February 16, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Motor vehicle collisions happen every day in the Stockton area. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) reports that 6,440 people were injured or killed in car crashes in 2019 in San Joaquin County alone. You…

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Speed-Related Truck Accident Causes Multi-Hour Interstate Closure Near Stockton

February 16, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a recent report from KCRC-TV, a tractor-trailer accident led to a nearly five-hour shutdown of Interstate-5. Law enforcement officers determined that the primary cause of the crash was speeding by the…

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Can You Sue a Government Entity for Wrongful Death in California?

February 16, 2022 | Jude Redkey

The loss of a family member in an accident is one of the most heartbreaking and emotionally devastating things that any person can be forced to endure. It can be even more difficult to cope with the tragedy when you…

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How to Navigate a Personal Injury Lawsuit

January 13, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Were you seriously hurt in an accident in Central California? If so, you may be entitled to hold the at-fault party legally liable for your damages. Unfortunately, recovering full and fair financial support after an…

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Car Accidents in California: A 2021 Recap

January 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), 54,589 people were killed in motor vehicle accidents nationwide in 1972—the record high for a single year. In the following decades, significant…

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Truck Accidents in California: A 2021 Recap

January 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Large truck accidents are on the rise. The long-term trend is alarming. According to data provided by the National Safety Council (NSC), the number of large trucks involved in fatal highway collisions has increased by…

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Fatal Car Accident on 5 Freeway in Central California

January 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS Sacramento, one person was killed and six others were injured in a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 5. The collision occurred within the southbound lanes of the freeway in Yolo…

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Wrongful Death Claims in California: A Guide to Comparative Negligence

December 28, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Losing a family member in an accident is one of the most challenging things that any person can be forced to endure. A wrongful death claim allows grieving family members to seek justice, accountability, and financial…

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Truck Accidents in California: Tire Blowouts

December 28, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Large commercial trucks crisscross the San Joaquin Valley all day. With major thoroughfares such as Interstate-5 and California State Route 99 passing directly through the city, Stockton sees more than its fair share…

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Drugged Driving Suspected in Fatal Stockton Car Crash

December 28, 2021 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS Sacramento, law enforcement officers suspect that drugged driving was a factor in a tragic crash that killed an 84-year-old woman just outside of the city limits of Stockton,…

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California Business Industry Group Introduces to Ballot Measures a Bill—Effort Focused on Making Personal Injury Claims Process More Challenging for Injured Victims

December 28, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Recently, the Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC)—a business interest group that supports defense-side civil law reforms—took the initial steps needed to get two ballot measures before voters in the…

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in California?

December 2, 2021 | Jude Redkey

The loss of a loved one in an accident is devastating. California’s wrongful death law allows family members to seek justice and financial support by holding the at-fault party liable for the accident.…

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A Guide to Fatigued Driving and Truck Accidents in California

December 1, 2021 | Jude Redkey

A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. To safely operate such a large vehicle, a driver needs skill and focus. Without adequate rest, even the best of truck drivers become dangerous.…

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I Was Injured in a Car Crash in Stockton: Can I Recover Compensation for Pain and Suffering?

November 30, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Motor vehicle collisions happen every day in our region. Even a safe, skilled, and careful driver can still end up in a serious wreck. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that more than 275,000 people are hurt…

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Personal Injury Law: Your Guide to Claims Against the Government in California

November 24, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Were you injured in a serious accident in San Joaquin County, California? If so, you have the right to hold the at-fault party liable for the full extent of your damages, including for medical bills, lost wages, and…

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What Type of Compensation Can Be Recovered in a Wrongful Death Claim in California?

October 27, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Losing a loved one in an avoidable accident is one of the most difficult things that any family can ever endure. A wrongful death lawsuit is a type of legal claim that allows grieving family members to seek justice and…

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Teenager Killed in Bicycle Accident in Stockton

October 26, 2021 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from Fox 40, a 13-year-old was killed in a heartbreaking bicycle accident in Stockton, California. The victim was struck by an automobile near the intersection of Center Street and Acacia…

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Personal Injury: Your Guide to Slip and Fall Accident Claims in California

October 25, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Slip and falls and trip and falls are among the leading causes of property-related injuries. The National Floor Safety Institute estimates that in excess of 1.1 million victims seek emergency care for slip and…

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What is the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Claim and a Survival Action Claim in California?

September 22, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Nothing is more devastating or heartbreaking than losing a family member in a fatal accident. While no legal claim could ever make things right, a wrongful death lawsuit allows the surviving family members to…

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Was Your Car Accident Caused By a Road Hazard? Know Your Rights

September 21, 2021 | Jude Redkey

Car crashes happen every day in Central California. Even if you are a safe, defensive driver, there is still a risk that you could end up in a serious collision. The vast majority of accidents are caused…

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