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2024-04-24 18:03
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Protecting Californians
Our firm is not like other trial lawyer firms. When we find a problem, we conduct a thorough investigation and file lawsuits to… Read More
2024-04-24 17:46
You can sue your school for personal injury if the school did something to cause the injury. This means that someone who worked for the school, a teacher, a janitor, or someone working in th… Read More
2024-04-24 17:42
Most of the time, you cannot sue your employer for personal injury in California. This is the rule that most attorneys know.
However, when you are injured at work, there are two things yo… Read More
2024-02-12 14:44
January is National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. At Ernst Law Group, we want to give you tips on how you can protect yourself against a traumatic brain injury (TBI)… Read More
2024-02-12 14:27
Regarding interstate vs intrastate trucking, the difference lies in where a truck travels. An interstate trucker can legally travel across state lines or national borders when transporting f… Read More
2024-02-11 20:18
Brain injuries are severe and tend to be life-changing. These injuries are medically complex and require extensive knowledge to recover just compensation. These lawsuits can be very impactfu… Read More
2024-01-07 19:49
Find who’s at fault and get compensation
You may have heard attorneys talk about traumatic brain injury liability, but what does this mean? Liability is a legal theory used in personal… Read More
2024-01-07 19:42
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is damage to the brain tissue, usually occurring in a closed head injury. The brain collides with the skull’s interior at a high velocity, causing the ti… Read More
2023-10-17 16:49
It is being discovered that traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects more people than was ever realized. Advances in screening and diagnosis methods have shed light on the impacts of brain injur… Read More
2023-10-03 16:40
A traumatic brain injury can disrupt every area of a person’s life, impacting their ability to carry out daily activities. That’s the less-than-positive news, but there is hope… Read More
2023-08-01 15:50
Find your community with these resources
Californians are resilient under pressure and adapt to overcome obstacles that sometimes seem insurmountable. But slowly, life begins again, and the… Read More
2023-07-27 14:47
The entertainment industry is more than just Hollywood. It covers video games, sports, movies and TV, and social media. Media and entertainment industries are governed by complex precedents… Read More
2023-07-14 11:08
Mixing boating and alcohol can often lead to serious accidents like boat collisions or accidental drowning. If you’ve been harmed by a drunk boater, you may have the option to pursue a… Read More
2023-06-27 23:12
Brain injuries have both direct and indirect victims: the person harmed, as well as their family and loved ones. It’s not uncommon for even a mild brain injury to result in personality… Read More
2023-06-27 23:05
A moderate to severe brain injury often causes permanent brain damage or the onset of dementia. Many brain injury victims require the specialized, 24-7 care provided in a nursing or memory c… Read More
2023-06-02 15:28
After an accident that causes a brain injury, the victim and their family may file a suit for damages against the at-fault party. Brain injury lawsuits may be settled out of court in structu… Read More
2023-06-02 15:19
A brain injury impedes your ability to do things you enjoy, develop fulfilling relationships with others, and even care for yourself without help. Brain injuries are classified as either tra… Read More
2023-06-01 14:42
A medical expert witness is a licensed medical practitioner, such as a doctor, nurse, or surgeon, whose education, skills, and experience qualify them to testify about particular aspects of… Read More
2023-05-12 10:47
Severe brain injuries don’t just impact the victim; their entire family suffers. Family members may be thrust into the role of caregiver, or if the injured person was the family breadw… Read More
2023-02-10 23:08
If you were hurt in a crash, you’ve probably noticed certain parties trying to deflect and get you off their back. The insurance company will likely try to deny your claim, and the oth… Read More
2023-01-04 13:46
Love it or hate it, lane-splitting is legal in California. But just because it’s allowed doesn’t mean it’s safe. The maneuver can still result in serious accidents even whe… Read More
2022-12-08 02:36
If you’re one of the many who’ve been injured in a car accident in the Golden State, you could have a claim for your damages based on the unique facts and circumstances surroundi… Read More
2022-10-21 14:08
5 Most Dangerous Roads in California
California is a spectacular state filled with stunning scenery and is the most populated state in the U.S. Whether it’s the beautiful views distra… Read More
2022-03-29 18:21
Since March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, it is a great time to educate yourself on what brain injuries are, how they can happen, and how you can help injured victims.
Types of Brain Inj… Read More
2021-08-05 16:15
California Family’s Home Burns Down Due to Tesla Fire in Garage
A series of high-profile lawsuits involving well-known electric vehicle manufacturers Audi, Tesla, and Chevrolet… Read More
2021-06-25 18:51
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The Ernst Law Group is investigating a fatal bicycle accident including an Amerifreight truck and a bicyclist that occurred at 7:20 am on June 25, 2021 in San Luis Obispo, Califor… Read More
2020-04-13 19:13
When you file an insurance claim, you expect that your claim will be honored and that the insurer will help you repay all of your accident losses. After all, isn’t that what insurance… Read More
2020-04-13 15:54
As experienced truck accident lawyers in San Luis Obispo, we have represented thousands of clients. One of the questions we are asked most often is how long it will take to resolve a case.&n&hell…Read More
2020-04-13 15:50
The aftermath of a truck accident is overwhelming. The injuries you sustain can have devastating, lifelong consequences and astronomical medical bills. Whether you have insurance or not, you… Read More
2020-01-28 18:37
When you’re thinking about filing a personal injury claim in the aftermath of your car accident, a lawyer can help make your claim stronger. Working with the right attorney increases t… Read More
2020-01-14 18:50
Millions of vehicles use the roads around San Luis Obispo every year. That means the risk of getting into a car accident is pretty high. Even if you are a perfectly safe driver without so mu… Read More
2019-12-20 18:26
Hit and run car accidents can be devastating. In addition to physical pain, they also cause the mental anguish of not knowing whether the at-fault driver will be brought to justice.
These in… Read More
2019-12-17 18:31
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft make it so much easier to get around San Luis Obispo and other areas in California. Traffic is always hectic, but not having to drive your own car take… Read More
2019-06-13 17:41
The CHP confirmed today, June 12, 2019, that a wrong way driver on US 101 south of San Luis Obispo resulted in a double fatality wreck.
According to various local news sources, a 22-year-old… Read More
2019-02-21 03:30
After a car accident in San Luis Obispo, you may be entitled to compensation if you weren’t at fault. Your insurance provider, the other driver’s insurance provider and even the… Read More
2019-02-15 03:30
FAST FACTS
Car accidents in the U.S. cause $871 B in damages annually
California spent $7,549 per person on healthcare in 2012
CA crash deaths lead to $38 million in medical costs and $4.44… Read More
2019-02-07 19:57
A tragic wreck was reported this morning. A big-rig is alleged to have run a red light and struck multiple vehicles. The truck rolled over due to the force of the impact.
Two people died in… Read More
2019-01-24 03:30
Commercial vehicles cover about 30 million miles per day in California. Because there are so many semi trucks and other commercial vehicles on our state’s roads, the California Highway… Read More
2019-01-19 15:57
According to KSBY, Laur Mae Gish, age 50, of Goleta, was arrested Friday afternoon for being under the influence of a controlled substance after crashing a passenger bus carrying 25 people… Read More
2019-01-17 03:30
Car accidents are a daily occurrence in San Luis Obispo. You probably pass at least one every week during your commute. We almost expect to see wrecks when we’re driving on the highway… Read More
2019-01-09 03:30
California’s seemingly endless stretches of scenic highway practically beg to be driven upon. When drivers take this enthusiasm too far, though, they are not only endangering others bu… Read More
2018-12-26 03:30
Car accidents are everyday occurrences, but many of us believe that, since we’ve never been in a wreck, we probably never will be. The truth is that the average driver will be in an es… Read More
2018-12-17 03:30
FAST FACTS
About 4,440 buses and trucks were involved in fatal accidents in 2016.
Most fatal accidents happened on major roads other than freeways and interstates.
The most common time for t… Read More
2018-12-11 03:30
FAST FACTS
Semi trucks travel around 15.5 million miles a day in CA
There were 361 fatalities from semi truck crashes in CA in 2017
A semi truck needs 525 ft to come to a complete stop from… Read More
2018-12-03 03:30
After a car accident, you’ll likely be shaken up and unsure what to do next. Police will be asking questions, and the other person(s) in the wreck may be trying to get information from… Read More
2018-11-27 03:30
Camp Fire started on November 8, 2018, and became the most destructive and deadliest wildfire in California history. Beginning on Camp Creek Road in Butte County, it destroyed over 153,000 a… Read More
2018-11-20 03:30
FAST FACTS
Motorcycles have over a fatal accident risk over 25x higher than cars and trucks
Riders have to anticipate others’ mistakes, like sudden lane changes
40% of motorcycle rider… Read More
2018-11-14 20:22
Yet another fatal motorcycle wreck was reported on November 10, 2018. Tragically, 42-year-old Mark Branford Hurd was killed when a pickup truck driven by John Ricker pulled in front of Mr. H… Read More
2018-11-08 03:30
It’s hard to argue that riding a motorcycle can be exciting. The feeling of the open road, the wind whipping past your body and the power of the machine can all be thrilling. It’… Read More
2018-10-22 16:00
FAST FACTS
Motorcyclists are more likely to wear a helmet during rush hour.
14.3% of motorcyclists in the South wear a helmet compared to 3.3% in the Midwest.
Passengers are as likely as the… Read More
2018-10-15 16:00
FAST FACTS
Children are two times as likely to be hit by a car on Halloween.
October had the second-highest number of motor vehicle deaths in 2017.
Approximately 18% of pedestrian deaths (st… Read More
2018-10-11 16:00
Another tragic case was reported this week. An 18-year-old motorcyclist was killed on October 6, 2018 on Highway 101 just south of Arroyo Grande at the El Campo Road crossing. CHP Reports th… Read More
2018-10-10 16:00
FAST FACTS
30% of truckers have admitted to amphetamine use.
Nearly 20% have admitted to using marijuana.
Approximately 3% have admitted to cocaine use.
The reality of being a trucker is tha… Read More
2018-10-03 16:00
FAST FACTS
An estimated 4,990 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in 2017.
A motorcyclist has 28x more chance of being killed than a person in a vehicle.
Motorcyclists constituted 14%… Read More
2018-09-26 16:00
It’s that time of year again: the kids are back in school. While there are no doubt a lot of relieved parents, there are also increased safety issues with the kids on the road to… Read More
2018-09-19 16:00
September 23 – 29 is Child Passenger Safety Week. Hopefully, we all know that it is important to use an approved car seat for our young children, but the laws regarding the use o… Read More
2018-09-12 16:00
FAST FACTS
Buses and large trucks were involved in 12% of all traffic fatalities in 2016.
This was a 5% increase from the year before.
California is among the 10 states that had the hi… Read More
2018-09-12 05:51
FAST FACTS
Buses and large trucks were involved in 12% of all traffic fatalities in 2016.
This was a 5% increase from the year before.
California is among the 10 states that had the hi… Read More
2018-09-04 16:00
FAST FACTS
More than 67,000 people were seen in ERs in 2009 due to electric scooter related injuries.
Wearing a helmet can reduce your risk of head injury by 85%.
Scooters are popping up in… Read More
2018-08-20 16:00
Paraplegia is paralysis of the lower extremities caused by a spinal cord injury most often resulting from a severe trauma. The trauma causes the spinal cord to become damaged, bruised, lacer… Read More
2018-08-01 16:00
FAST FACTS
There were approximately 78 million dogs in the United States in 2016.
81% of dog bites do not result in injury or they only result in minor injury.
About 900,000 of these bite wo… Read More
2018-07-25 16:00
This morning yet another fatal wreck was reported at the Highway 46 Cholome “Y”.
This area is often referred to as Blood Alley due to the abnormally high number of serious cras… Read More
2018-07-24 16:00
FAST FACTS
700 people lost their lives in Chicago due to a heat wave in 1995.
Scientists believe heat waves such as the one Chicago experienced will occur up to three times a year by 2100.
T… Read More
2018-07-19 16:00
FAST FACTS
U.S. workers face an average of 3.8 deaths per 100,000 employees.
Offshore workers face an average of 27.1 deaths per 100,000 employees.
Between 2003 and 2010, 128 workers died in… Read More
2018-07-19 16:00
FAST FACTS
5,190 workers lost their lives on the job in 2016.
The three most cited standards across the country in 2017 were fall protection/construction, hazard communication standard… Read More
2018-07-12 16:00
FAST FACTS
51 percent of long-haul truck drivers report being cigarette smokers.
Smoking increases the risk of stroke, cancer, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Smoking cigarettes is not as… Read More
2018-07-10 16:00
FAST FACTS
January 1, 2017 through July 8, 2017, there were 2,750 fires in California that burned 79,861 acres.
During the same time period in 2018, there were 2,964 fires that burned 91,646… Read More
2018-07-03 16:00
There are seemingly two camps when it comes to amusement park rides in California: Those who ride them for the thrill, and those who don’t, finding them too risky. No matter which side… Read More
2018-06-28 16:00
According to the American Trucking Association, there is a lack of drivers in the United States. Whether it is because the lure of the open road is no longer there or people are turning to d… Read More
2018-06-21 16:00
In the state of California, fireworks are divided into two categories: “Dangerous fireworks” and “safe and sane fireworks.” Dangerous fireworks include larger sparkle… Read More
2018-06-19 16:00
When people think of on-the-job injuries, they often picture accidents involving heavy machinery. While these are certainly serious, they aren’t the only type of injuries that occur in… Read More
2018-06-14 16:00
State Farm recently released a report stating that residents of California experience more dog bites each year than people in any other state.
In 2017, 488 people made claims with the insur… Read More
2018-06-12 16:00
Boating season is here. It doesn’t matter if you are a novice to the water or have years of experience when it comes to safety. Knowing how to keep yourself, your passengers and others… Read More
2018-06-06 16:00
Summer is officially in full swing. Kids are out of school, families are planning vacations and motorcyclists are taking to the streets in greater numbers. One important thing to note is tha… Read More
2018-06-05 16:00
KSBY is reporting that a large semi truck rear-ended a passenger car early Monday morning.
The wreck happened near Bonita Elementary School. The photograph above shows that entire rear port… Read More
2018-05-24 16:00
When you drive down a highway in California, you are bound to be sharing your space with at least one semi truck. It’s important to understand that these large vehicles have limitation… Read More
2018-05-22 16:00
It’s always better to start with good news. On that note: There are fewer accidents involving cyclists than there ever have been. Now for the bad news: The crashes that do occur involv… Read More
2018-05-17 16:00
Tort law is more commonly known to people as personal injury law. A person injured by another’s negligence or error is permitted to seek compensation for financial losses and other dam… Read More
2018-05-14 16:00
Landslides are an environmental danger that could very easily take your life and the lives of those you love if you are not prepared. While you certainly cannot prepare for all of life&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-05-10 16:00
Nanomaterials are probably something you haven’t heard of, yet you use them almost every day. They are found in batteries, sunscreens, furniture, soaps and even sporting goods. Clearly… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
When a 40-ton semi-truck crashes into a passenger car, the injuries to the occupants of the passenger car nearly always result in catastrophic injuries or death. The sheer mass of the s… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
In December 2017, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Department in Florida launched a driver safety campaign they called “Avoid the 7 Deadly Sins of Driving.” These “si… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently released comprehensive statistics for both fatal and non-fatal injuries. From 2010 to 2016, one of the leading causes of death acr… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
On April 2, 2018, Veronica Zamora was hit and killed by a Santa Maria city bus while riding her bike. The police initially reported that Ms. Zamora was in a marked bike lane on Caballero Bou… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
A recent study conducted by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) shows that pedestrian fatalities in traffic accidents are on the rise. According to the GHSA, 6,000 pedestr… Read More
2018-05-07 16:00
When people think about workers’ compensation and the accidents that lead to claims, they often think about injuries caused by malfunctioning machines or their improper use on the fact… Read More
2018-04-30 16:00
It’s always a tragedy when a loved one is killed in an accident. You can never be prepared for such an occurrence. Beyond the love you have lost, you may be forced to worry about costl… Read More
2018-04-25 16:00
We have all experienced that feeling of increased awareness when we see a semi-truck on the highway. You may begin to feel anxious at the thought of getting too close. Have you ever stopped… Read More
2018-04-23 16:00
Most homeowners have heard about “acts of God,” but many may not know exactly what it means. Insurance policies cover certain problems for people who own homes and vehicles, but… Read More
2018-04-18 16:00
Though every accident is unique, let’s set that aside for a moment for the sake of the following example. Let’s say that you and your closest friend are both involved in accident… Read More
2018-04-16 16:00
When a consumer purchases a product for themselves or someone else, they have the right to expect that the product, when used appropriately, won’t pose a danger. Unfortunately, people… Read More
2018-04-12 15:15
On April 6, 2018, another fatal wreck occurred at the Highway 41/46 intersection, also known as the Cholome “Y”. This accident is yet another serious wreck that has occurred at t… Read More
2018-04-10 16:00
We’ve been reading about robots taking over the human race since we were kids. We’ve also seen it in movies. Robots working alongside humans either turns out well, or in utter ru… Read More
2018-04-09 16:00
It seems like people are doing everything behind the wheel, except keeping their eyes on the road. Distracted driving puts everyone on the road at risk, including the driver doing the distra… Read More
2018-04-02 16:00
Online shopping has become much more popular in recent years. In fact, it has become so popular that many brick-and-mortar stores are experiencing financial difficulties. It stands to reason… Read More
2018-03-29 16:00
Any vehicle accident has the potential to cause severe injury, but none present a greater danger as an accident with a big rig. Because of the sheer power that is packed behind these vehicle… Read More
2018-03-26 16:00
When a train accident occurs, it typically makes the headlines. This is because they don’t occur often. Unfortunately, though they aren’t common, train accidents often result in… Read More
2018-03-20 16:00
While many people fear being bitten by a dog, most don’t know just how common dog bites really are. According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are about 4.5 million dog bites… Read More
2018-03-19 16:00
If you are hurt in an accident, you may consider filing a lawsuit as a way to recover the money you were forced to spend on medical bills and the repair of your property. You are certainly w… Read More
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