Kostic Law Firm

Bicycle Accidents

admin — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:10:21 +0000

Bicyclists are exposed to even greater danger than ordinary motorists. Bicycles often achieve speeds of up to 25 miles per hour or more, but rarely get full respect on the road from automobiles and other motor vehicles. Like motorcycles, bicycles offer very little protection to the rider, and any accident is likely to result in the rider being ejected from the bike. Unlike motorcycles, bicycles are very quiet and even harder to notice on the road. All of these factors increase both the likelyhood of an accident and the severity of resulting injuries.

If you have been injured in a bicycle accident and would like a free confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “contact us” field or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Industrial Injuries

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:37:55 +0000

Despite OSHA and many other laws and regulations, the industrial workplace is still frought with perils. Heavy machinery and dangerous chemicals are often involved, for which there may be strict liability on the part of the manufacturer, and which is outside of workers’ compensation. An experienced industrial injury attorney can evaluate whether parties other than the employer are potentially liable, so that the injured employee may obtain a more complete recovery than may be available under workers’ compensation.

If you have suffered an industrial injury and would like a free consultation and confidential case evaluation, please give provide us with your contact information and a brief case description in the “Contact Us” field, or by email to info@kosticlaw.com.

Construction Accidents

admin — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:25:54 +0000

Construction is often accompanied by heavy commercial equipment, large heights, dangerous or flammable chemicals, and a host of other dangers and potential pitfalls. Construction may be done at night, on or near a freeway or busy street, and within feet of pedestrian or vehicle traffic. The mix of these ingredients can have disasterous consequences.

A lawyer must have specific experience in proving that any particular accident could have been avoided, and would not have occured but for the negligence of one or more responsible parties. Such cases usually require expert consultation and testimony in a number of specialties in order to establish liability.

If you have been injured in a construction accident and would like a free confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “contact us” field or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Recreational Vehicle Accidents (ATVs, Boats, etc.)

admin — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 17:31:17 +0000

What should be an exciting day of fun can often be spoiled or turn deadly when accidents occur and injuries result involving recreational vehicles such as ATVs (three and four wheelers), boats, jetskis, and others.

Often there is a defect in the product itself. For example, three wheelers were inherently dangerous but even four wheeled recreational vehicles still lack basic crash worthiness. Other times the negligence of others is involved, such as in boating accidents caused by inattentive, unskilled or intoxicated boat operators.

If you or a member of your family has been injured in a recreational vehicle accident and you would like a free consultation and confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “contact us” field or by email to info@kosticlaw.com.

Truck Accidents

admin — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 03:51:36 +0000

The dangers of the road are multiplied when commercial trucks weiging 80,000 pounds or more collide with passenger vehicles that usually weigh at most 3,000-6,000 pounds. This difference in mass can result in very serious injuries even at lower speeds, and at freeway speeds often spells death. The trucking companies and their insurance companies rely on aggressive adjusters and even more aggressive defense lawyers. In many cases, the trucking companies will deny any liability even in obvious cases, or will deny very obvious injuries. You need an experienced personal injury lawyer with experienece in auto vs. commercial vehicle accidents to assure that you are compensated fairly.

If you have been injured in an accident involving one or more commercial vehicles and would like a free confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “contact us” field or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Slip/Trip and Falls and Other Dangerous Conditions on Property

admin — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:49:11 +0000

Many property owners, both private and public, chose to ignore what they know to be dangerous conditions on their property. This often leads to serious injuries including bone and joint fractures, compressive spinal injuries, and other catastrophic injuries such as broken hips or vertebrae.

If you have been injured and you would like a free confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “contact us” field or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Dangerous Products

admin — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:24:18 +0000

Dangerous and defective products come in many shapes and sizes. Asbestos products, lead paint, prescription medications with bad side effects and insufficient warnings, bad SUV tires and vehicles that roll over easily or protect poorly when in a crash are just some examples of past mistakes. Regrettably, it is certain that there will be more in the future. The law is designed to curb irresponsible corporate behavior by making manufacturers, distributors and retailers strictly liable for injuries caused by dangerous and defective products. However, a products liability case is not easy to prove and requires specialized proof to demonstrate a manufacturing defect or dangerous design, and to link that to a specific injury or illness.

If you have been injured by a defectively made or dangerously designed product and would like a free, confidential consultation and case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “Contact Us” filed or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Brain Injuries

admin — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 21:13:52 +0000

Brain injuries are some of the most serious, debilitating and unfortunate consequences of various types of accidents. But brain injuries are not easy to prove, and can be particularly difficult to connect to a specific injury causing event. The reason for this is that few people have a medical “record” of their cognitive function prior to an accident. It is all too easy for the defense to claim, in effect, that there has been no change or that it is due to normal changes rather than an acute injury. Proving that a brain injury is real, and that it is directly related to a particular event requires a careful medical workup, including disiplines such as neurology and neuro-psychology. An experienced personal injury attorney with appropriate experience will understand the roadblocks and how to get past them.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury and you would like a freeconsultation and confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “Contact Us” filed or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Spine Injuries

admin — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:07:34 +0000

Injuries to the spinal column can range from a disk bulge to a severed spinal cord leading to paralysis. Milder spinal injuries can be treated with conservative, non-surgical treatment such as physical therapy. Others may require epidural injections or surgical intervention. Surgery often involves installing hardware to decompress and stabilize the spine at the affected level(s). Regardless of the severity of the injury, spinal conditions are generally debilitating and life-altering. These injuries also require the assistance of an attorney who is familiar with the medicine involved, and who can appreciate the long-term effects. In cases of severe spinal cord injury involving partial or complete paralysis, the attorney must be familiar with the required proof of the cost of long-term care, which can be very complex and requires the careful use of appropriate expert witnesses.

If you have suffered an injury to your spine and would like a free, confidential case evaluation, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “Contact Us” filed or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.

Motorcycle Accidents

admin — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:19:49 +0000

The dangers of the road are multiplied when you are on a motorcycle. A bike rider is more likely to be in an accident than a car driver. Automobiles and other larger vehicles often violate motorcyclists’ right of way. One reason for this is that motorcycles are more difficult to see. They are also smaller and more likely to be in another driver’s blind spot. Motorcycles are also more affected by road conditions such as potholes, oil and other spills, uneven roadways, and weather conditions.

When there is an accident, the injuries are generally far more serious for motorcycle riders. A motorcycle weighs at most half of an average automobile, and the rider is not protected by a steel cage, but only by clothing and a helmet. The rider is also very likely to be ejected. Catastrophic injuries and death are very common.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, please provide us your contact information and a brief case description in the “Contact Us” filed or email us at info@kosticlaw.com.