Personal Injury Do's

There are certain things you should do when you have an accident. Here are a few:

Do - Take photos of your injuries
Do - Take photos of your vehicle and scene
Do - Promptly seek medical attention
Do - Follow all advice of medical providers
Do - Save all info you wrote down at the scene
Do - Notify your insurance company
Do - Save all medical bills and receipts
Do - Hire an attorney who you actually meet with
Do - Hire a law firm where an attorney handles
your case, not a “paralegal” or “case manager”

For more information contact a sacramento accident attorney at www.law4injury.com.

Remember, at Airola Law Offices there is always a free consultation and no fee until we win.

Don’t Rush to Settle Your Claim

When you file a claim for injuries against an insurance company they will try to “rush” you into a quick settlement. They do this because they are offering you far less than your claim is worth. They will also discourage you from talking with an attorney. They will use many tactics to get you to take this quick settlement. Do not get short-changed by the insurance companies. Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer and discuss your case with them, including the settlement offer from the insurance company. It is always good to have as much information as possible before you make such an important decision. Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer

Insurance Companies Want Even More

Prop. 103 was passed by the California voters in 1988. It rolled back insurance rates and saved Californians more than $60 billion in the last 20 years. Now, Republican Insurance Commissioner (and former billionaire Silicon Valley software entrepreneur), Steve Poizner, wants to change some of the rules. “Insurance companies want much more, and Poizner will likely give it to them.” Former Democratic Insurance Commissioner, and likely 2010 Gubernatorial candidate, John Garamendi, indicated that: "I am more than disappointed, I am alarmed." Read the entire article at http://www.mercurynews.com/peninsula/ci_11736639

Your Credit Score and Insurance Premiums

Did you know that your automobile and homeowner's insurance carriers use your credit score to set your premium? This happens in all states, including California. In Florida, there are hearings being held on the subject. Read about it at http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/orl-insurance-regulators-credit-scoring-021709,0,1930629.story

Economy Crippling Judicial System

"New Hampshire's busiest court, Rockingham County Superior Court in Brentwood, 20 miles from the Massachusetts border, has been called on to hold off jury trials for the month of February as part of a move to cut costs. A total of 151 cases — 121 criminal and 30 civil — are being pushed back, according to a list from the clerk's office." Read the entire article at http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20090217-NEWS-902170358

Federal Help with COBRA

As part of the Stimulus Package, the Federal Govenment is assisting people who lose their jobs with their COBRA premiums. Read all about it at http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2009/feb/16/cobra-aid-soothes-pain-of-the-jobless/

Suits criticize Kaiser emergency procedures

A recent lawsuit criticizes Kaiser Permanente's emergency procedures. Read about it at http://www.sacbee.com/ourregion/story/1626368.html?mi_rss=Our%2520Region

First Blog

This is the first blog entry for Airola Law Offices. In the days, weeks, months and years to come we will post useful information for the consumer concerning a whole host of topics relating to injured people pursuing claims and lawsuits against insurance companies. You can also feel free to log onto our website, www.law4injury.com, which also contains a lot of information. Thank you!