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Can banning right turns at red lights reduce California pedestrian fatalities?

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Nov 9, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury

Turning right after stopping at a red light in California is legal. Some lawmakers and citizens want to ban turning right at a red light. A rise in the number of pedestrians killed or injured in motor vehicle accidents has caused some people to rethink the safety of...

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Women are at greater risk for misdiagnosed heart attacks

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Nov 5, 2023 | Medical Malpractice

When a doctor misdiagnoses a heart attack, it can be a fatal mistake. For instance, maybe a doctor thinks that a patient is suffering from stress or even heartburn due to their diet. The doctor may tell the patient that they just need to take some over-the-counter...

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What are the main types of car accidents in California?

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Oct 26, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

California has around 57,000 car accidents per year. Rear impacts and head-on collisions are two of the most common types of accidents in this state. Rear impact Most rear impacts are from drivers who are distracted or following too close to your bumper. In both of...

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Some common causes of medication errors

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Oct 11, 2023 | Medication Errors

Every day, patients in California are injured by medication errors. These can occur when a patient is given too much or too little of the correct medication or when they are given the wrong medication altogether. Here are four common reasons why a patient may be...

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Claims for lost wages after an auto accident

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Sep 27, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

An automobile accident could leave someone suffering from injuries that leave them incapacitated. It could be weeks or months before the person recovers and gains lost mobility and physical capabilities. During that recovery period, the person could be out of work and...

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If you are injured by a reckless driver

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Sep 14, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

Speeding, failing to maintain a lane or operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol are common examples of reckless driving. If you are involved in an accident caused by a reckless driver, you may have grounds for legal action. In California, you...

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What is involved in medical malpractice?

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Sep 11, 2023 | Personal Injury

Many patients are dissatisfied with the treatment they have received from doctors in California. However, simply being unhappy with your diagnosis and treatment and suffering medical malpractice are vastly different. Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare...

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How to proceed after a wrongful cancer diagnosis

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Aug 29, 2023 | Cancer Misdiagnosis

When people in California or anywhere in the country receive a cancer diagnosis, they experience a surge of emotions. They may wonder if they will be able to beat the cancer, or they may feel the cancer is too advanced and that they only have a short time left with...

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The risk of brain injury from slip-and-fall accidents

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Aug 14, 2023 | Personal Injury

Accidents often happen when you least expect them, and one common scenario is a slip-and-fall incident. While many California slips and falls result in minor bruises or sprains, they can also lead to more severe consequences, particularly brain injuries. Concussions...

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Implementing guidelines can help reduce medication errors

On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Aug 11, 2023 | Medication Errors

Medical procedures in California and anywhere else in the country may require anesthesia. Doing so places you in a state where you won't feel or see what's happening. Unfortunately, medication errors can occur during this process, causing harm. Understanding how to...

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