- Simi Valley Brush Fire Forces Evacuations (Update 1,700 Acres Burned)by Marc Flores on May 18, 2026 at 7:41 pm
[Update May 20, 2026] – The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley has now burned roughly 1,700 acres and is approximately 15% contained as of Wednesday morning. Schools in the nearby area have closed for […]
- Hawthorne Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Injured at Inglewood Avenueby Marc Flores on May 18, 2026 at 4:04 pm
Hawthorne, CA (May 18, 2026) — One person is dead and three others were rushed to the hospital after a violent chain-reaction crash tore through a busy South Bay intersection Sunday morning — a […]
- Woman Killed in Santa Monica Bus Accidentby Marc Flores on May 18, 2026 at 3:44 pm
A 39-year-old woman is dead after crawling underneath a stopped Metro bus in Santa Monica last Friday, setting off a fatal sequence of events that investigators are still working to understand. […]
- Top Causes of Car Accidents in Houston and How to Avoid Themby Greg Baumgartner on May 18, 2026 at 7:50 am
Houston is one of the most heavily trafficked cities in the United States. With millions of drivers sharing highways, feeder roads, and busy intersections every day, car accidents are a constant […]
- What Happens If a Car Accident Aggravates a Pre-Existing Condition in Texasby Greg Baumgartner on May 15, 2026 at 4:23 pm
A serious car accident can change your life in seconds. For many injured people, the harm goes beyond new injuries. Existing medical conditions can worsen, become more painful, and be harder to […]
- 13 Injured in Santa Clarita Big Rig Crash Against Busby Marc Flores on May 14, 2026 at 6:22 pm
SANTA CLARITA, CA (May 14, 2026) — A gravel-loaded semi-truck blew through a Santa Clarita intersection Wednesday morning and slammed into a city transit bus, two passenger cars, and a […]
- Tommi Jo Mejer Charged for Manslaughter After Son’s E-Bike Crashby Marc Flores on May 14, 2026 at 5:28 pm
Tommi Jo Mejer of Aliso Viejo faces up to nearly eight years in prison for allegedly putting a deadly machine in the hands of her 14-year-old son — and then lying about it. LAKE FOREST, CA (May 14, […]
- Waymo Recalls Nearly 3,800 Robotaxis After One Drives Into Flooded Roadby Marc Flores on May 13, 2026 at 4:46 pm
SAN ANTONIO/WASHINGTON (May 13, 2026) — Alphabet-owned Waymo has recalled its entire U.S. robotaxi fleet of 3,791 vehicles after a software defect allowed an autonomous vehicle to drive into a […]
- Understanding Compensatory Damagesby Marc Flores on May 12, 2026 at 6:20 pm
Compensatory damages are the money the law allows you to recover from the person or company responsible for your injury. Under California Civil Code § 3333, the measure of damages in a personal […]
- Cyclist Killed in Santa Ana Crash on Fairview and 12th Streetsby Marc Flores on May 11, 2026 at 10:17 pm
SANTA ANA, Calif., May 11, 2026 — A man riding a bicycle was struck and killed by a southbound vehicle Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Fairview Street and 12th Street in Santa Ana, […]
- Cheyenne Phillips, 24, killed in I-60 Crash in Moreno Valleyby Marc Flores on May 11, 2026 at 9:30 pm
Moreno Valley, CA (May 11, 2026) – Cheyenne Phillips, a 24-year-old Chino woman, died Sunday afternoon after her SUV rolled over multiple times at high speed on state Route 60 in Moreno Valley, […]
- Waymo Involved in Koreatown Rollover Crashby Marc Flores on May 11, 2026 at 9:05 pm
A Waymo robotaxi collided with a white sedan in the early morning hours Monday, sending the sedan onto its roof — raising urgent questions about autonomous vehicle liability and occupant safety […]
- Should I Get a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident in Houston?by Greg Baumgartner on May 4, 2026 at 7:48 am
A minor car accident can still create major headaches. In Houston, even a low-speed crash can lead to unexpected medical bills, time off work, and an insurance claim that drags on longer than you […]
- High-Volume vs. Boutique Personal Injury Law Firms in Houstonby Greg Baumgartner on April 29, 2026 at 8:04 pm
What Injured Houstonians Should Know Before Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Baumgartner Law Firm isn’t for fender-benders. Since 1985, Greg Baumgartner has passionately fought for those […]
- Steps to Take After an Uber Accidentby Greg Baumgartner on April 28, 2026 at 1:55 pm
Getting into a rideshare vehicle is an everyday convenience for millions of people. However, a routine trip can end in a collision. The aftermath is often incredibly confusing. Unlike a standard car […]
- Hit-and-Run Accidents in Texas: Your Legal Rights and Optionsby Greg Baumgartner on April 20, 2026 at 7:12 am
A hit-and-run accident is one of the most frustrating and frightening experiences a driver can face. You are left injured, your vehicle is damaged, and the person responsible has fled the scene. In […]
- Should I Call the Police After a Car Accident in Houston, Texas?by Greg Baumgartner on April 6, 2026 at 7:10 am
The moments after a car accident are chaotic and stressful. You may be shaken, injured, or unsure what to do next. One of the most important decisions you will make in those first minutes is whether […]
- Why You Should Never Accept a Quick Settlement from Uberby Greg Baumgartner on April 5, 2026 at 12:25 pm
After an Uber crash in Houston, insurance adjusters quickly contact you with settlement offers. Their language appears reassuring, and the initial numbers may seem fair. Our experience enables us to […]
- Can Passengers Injured in an Uber or Lyft Accident Recover Compensationby Greg Baumgartner on April 3, 2026 at 7:08 pm
Yes — and passengers are in a stronger legal position than most accident victims. When you are riding in an Uber or Lyft, you have no control over the vehicle. You did not choose to speed, run a […]
- Houston Dram Shop Liability Lawyer: Can Bars Be Sued for Drunk Driving?by Greg Baumgartner on March 23, 2026 at 7:41 am
Drunk driving accidents devastate families across Houston every year. When a drunk driver causes a crash that results in serious injury or death, victims and their families often wonder who can be […]
- Sharing the Road with Non-Motoristsby Steven Palermo Esq. on October 19, 2022 at 7:07 pm
Many Long Islanders don’t know how to share the road with non-motorists. Here are some tips on how to drive with pedestrians and bicyclists. The post Sharing the Road with Non-Motorists appeared […]
- Have A Safe Halloween in 2022by Steven Palermo Esq. on October 5, 2022 at 10:27 pm
These tips are essential for everyone so you can have a safe and fun halloween. The post Have A Safe Halloween in 2022 appeared first on Long Island Personal Injury Law Firm | Palermo Law, P.L.L.C..
- How to Get Your Repairs Paid For After A Car Accidentby Steven Palermo Esq. on August 3, 2022 at 3:56 pm
After experiencing a car accident, it can be confusing to know what the next steps are in getting your vehicle repaired. The post How to Get Your Repairs Paid For After A Car Accident appeared first […]
- Employees Legal Rights in NYSby Steven Palermo Esq. on May 24, 2022 at 3:07 pm
Tesla CEO, Elon Musk was recently under fire for sub standard working conditions. It is important that you know your rights in New York State. The post Employees Legal Rights in NYS appeared first on […]
- Five Reasons To Hire A Personal Injury Lawyerby Steven Palermo Esq. on May 18, 2022 at 2:56 pm
You might not realize the benefits of hiring a personal injury lawyer. Here’s why consulting with one can help with your injury. The post Five Reasons To Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer appeared first […]
- What are “No-Fault” benefits?by Julia Mastrotto Esq. on April 25, 2022 at 6:18 pm
With New York being a “No-Fault” state, it’s important to understand how it works, what is covered, how much is covered, and who can benefit. The post What are “No-Fault” benefits? appeared first […]
- How is Covid-19 Affecting My Personal Injury Case in 2022?by Steven Palermo Esq. on January 19, 2022 at 2:13 pm
Two years later, the covid-19 pandemic is still affecting personal injury cases across Suffolk County Long Island The post How is Covid-19 Affecting My Personal Injury Case in 2022? appeared first on […]
- What Does No-Fault Insurance Cover in New York?by Steven Palermo Esq. on January 13, 2022 at 3:12 pm
No-Fault insurance coverage in New York means you can get compensated for medical bills and lost wages regardless of who is at fault. The post What Does No-Fault Insurance Cover in New York? appeared […]
- Keep Your Property Free of Snow & Iceby Steven Palermo Esq. on January 5, 2022 at 3:27 pm
Snow & Ice can be super hazardous for families and property owners. Here’s why it’s so important to de-ice on Long Island The post Keep Your Property Free of Snow & Ice appeared first on Long […]
- New Years Safety 2022by Steven Palermo Esq. on December 28, 2021 at 6:35 pm
New Year, new covid variant. Here’s how you can be safe this year for New Years. The post New Years Safety 2022 appeared first on Long Island Personal Injury Law Firm | Palermo Law, P.L.L.C..
