Bicycle Accidents

California law affords cyclists the same rights and protections afforded to motorists. Unfortunately, calls to “share the road” with cyclists are too often ignored. When bicycle accidents occur, resulting injuries can range from relatively minor to catastrophic. Most often, cyclists are – at worst – held to be partially responsible for the harm they have suffered.

Although it is possible for a cyclist to be more at-fault for the harm they’ve suffered than the driver that hit them, this scenario is very rare. As a result, it is our job to ensure that cyclists are not taken advantage of by the insurance providers of the motorists that hit them and, if lawsuits are filed, that bicycle accident victims receive any compensation they’re entitled to for medical bills, lost wages, etc.

Even if you believe you may be partially to blame for your bicycle accident, it’s important to connect with our firm to explore your legal options. As motorists drive massive machines, they are generally found to be more responsible for hitting cyclists than cyclists are for anything that they’ve done to contribute to the occurrence of a crash. Don’t assume anything about the relative strengths and weaknesses of your case until you’ve spoken with us. Similarly, if an insurance provider contacts you, wait to return their call until you’ve received a case evaluation. Otherwise, you could compromise your ability to collect the maximum amount of compensation to which you’re entitled.

Car Accidents

Approximately 6 million car crashes are reported by law enforcement officers in the U.S. every year; millions more go unreported. As a result of these crashes, approximately 2 million individuals annually suffer some kind of permanent injury. If you’ve been injured in an auto accident that wasn’t entirely your fault, you’re likely entitled to damages. Whether you want to settle with your insurance company “and be done with it,” or you’re thinking about filing legal action against a party that is partially or totally at-fault for the accident that injured you, we can help.

It’s important to avoid speaking with any insurance providers before you’ve received legal counsel. Anything you say to an insurance provider may be used as an excuse to pay you a lower compensation rate than you’d be otherwise entitled to. Also, it’s important to avoid admitting fault before you’ve spoken with an attorney.

No two accidents are exactly alike. It’s entirely possible that you’re not to blame or that you’re not nearly as much to blame as you think you are. If you accept responsibility for an accident before it has been fully investigated, you might not receive fair compensation for your injuries, lost wages, etc. Reach out to us as soon as you can so that we can ensure that your rights are protected and your legal options are preserved. That way, when you make an informed decision about how you’d like to proceed, we can build the strongest possible case on your behalf.

Construction Accidents

The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries that employs Americans, residents, and migrants. No matter who you are or how your employment is classified, you are legally entitled to a safe worksite. If you’ve suffered an injury while working construction, please contact us today for a case evaluation.

If you’re a full-time or part-time employee, you’ll almost certainly be entitled to file for workers’ compensation benefits unless your employer’s operations are unusually small or are otherwise exempted from workers’ compensation coverage requirements. If you’re not entitled to file for workers’ compensation benefits, don’t panic. You may be able to file a third-party lawsuit to hold either your employer or another responsible party accountable for the harm that you’ve suffered.

Additionally, our firm can help to ensure that your workplace is safer moving forward. There are completely anonymous ways to request a safety inspection from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. There are additional state-specific measures that allow for confidential work-safety reporting. We can help to ensure that you not only get access to any compensation that you’re entitled to but also that you and your coworkers are safer on the job from here on out.

Trucking Accidents

Fresno’s major roads and the freeways that cut through the area surrounding Fresno experience a higher-than-usual volume of trucking accidents annually. Thousands of trucks carrying tons of freight travel these roads daily on their way to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, Greater California, Nevada, and distant outposts throughout North America. When these trucks collide with passenger cars or rollover during single-vehicle crashes, the injuries and property damage that results are oftentimes catastrophic.

Our firm takes great pride in representing both motorists and truckers who have sustained injuries as a result of accidents involving semi-trailers or single unit large trucks. Whether mechanical failure, road conditions, and/or unsafe driving behaviors cause a collision, our firm understands how to advocate for our clients’ rights effectively and efficiently.

We also understand that recovering from a truck accident can take a great deal of time and energy. Know that if you choose to work with our firm to negotiate an insurance settlement and/or to pursue legal action, we’ll take care of the legal stresses so that you can spend your time in the ways your recovery demands of you.

Work Accidents

Work accidents are stressful in a unique way because they are associated with your livelihood. You may be concerned that if you report a workplace accident, especially if that accident was partially your fault, that you’ll experience ridicule or retaliation. Understand that you and your co-workers have a right to work in a safe environment. You cannot legally be retaliated against for exploring your legal options in the wake of a workplace accident.

Depending on the details of your employment situation, you may be entitled to file for workers’ compensation benefits. If you’re not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, you may be able to file a third-party lawsuit against the party that contributed to your harm. There are even limited circumstances under which you can file for workers’ compensation benefits and file a third-party personal injury lawsuit.

For example, if you were injured on the job by malfunctioning equipment, you may be able to file for workers’ comp and also sue the manufacturer of the defective equipment that harmed you. No two work accident scenarios are exactly alike. Therefore, it’s important to explore your legal options with the assistance of a professional before moving forward with either kind of claim. We’ll be able to advise you of the ways in which California state and federal law impact the options that are available to you in the wake of a work-related accident.

Accidents Resulting in Wrongful Death

If you’ve lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional behavior, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, it’s important to act quickly, as California law only allows you two years to file your claim under most circumstances. If you are the accident victim’s surviving spouse, domestic partner, child, or you’re the parent of a minor child who has passed away, you should be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit in California. Limited additional parties may also be eligible to file this kind of claim.

Under state law, you may be able to recover financial damages for your loved one’s medical care prior to their death, funeral and burial costs, lost wages, loss of financial support, and/or loss of your loved one’s companionship, affection, etc. You shouldn’t be placed in a position to worry about any of the financial consequences of your loved one’s loss. We’ll handle your legal case so that you can mourn in peace.

Mohamed Eldessouky

Principal Owner & Lead Litigator

Mr. Eldessouky, founder, attorney, and litigator, is your partner in court. 

Mr. Eldessouky has served as a lead trial attorney on several cases resulting in excess of seven-figure verdicts awarded to his clients and is no stranger to the courtroom.

Mr. Eldessouky has successfully completed several trial academies and prides himself on being a litigator who will see cases through verdict. While not all cases require a jury trial to find success, Mr. Eldessouky’s aggressive ability to go any legal distance necessary to provide a victory for his clients helps set him apart from other attorneys in California employment law.

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