Albert E. Hirst Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Blog

Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to hazards surrounding them, especially when those hazards are motor vehicles. When a pedestrian is struck by a moving car, motorcycle, or truck, he or she can experience serious bodily injury or even death. If another’s reckless behavior...

What You Should Consider After Suffering a Construction Accident in California

15 Oct 2019

Albert Hirst

Each year, thousands of construction workers suffer injuries while on the job. The Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration has stated that out of nearly 5,000 worker casualties in the private industry in 2017, about 20% happened in construction. Accidents that happen...

After a Truck Accident in California, File a Personal Injury Claim

07 Oct 2019

Albert Hirst

Large commercial vehicles, such as big rigs and tractor-trailers, have the potential to cause catastrophic bodily injuries when involved in a collision with a regular passenger vehicle. Truck drivers and trucking companies can make mistakes that could result in serious consequences. Unfortunately,...

How to Handle a Workers’ Compensation Claim Denial

29 Sep 2019

Albert Hirst

Workers’ compensation allows those who have been injured while at work the opportunity to obtain medical treatment and benefits without the need to file a personal injury lawsuit against their employers. While a majority of injured workers will have the ability to...

Taking a Closer Look at California’s Dog Bite Law

21 Sep 2019

Albert Hirst

A majority of people will judge dogs based on their breed, size, demeanor, or location. Unfortunately, it is difficult to predict when a dog will attack based on these factors. When a dog bite occurs, many victims report that they were shocked...

Quick Facts About California Car Crashes

13 Sep 2019

Albert Hirst

The State of California is one of the country’s most populous states. Residents and visitors alike are drawn here for the historic attractions and beautiful sceneries. Regrettably, the population density in the state is a contributing factor to the high number of...

Common Premises Liability Accidents in California

05 Sep 2019

Albert Hirst

Common Premises Liability Accidents in California – Personal Injury Attorney Explains Premises liability accidents can occur in many different places, such as grocery stores, malls, or restaurants. If you have been hurt while on another’s property, the owner or property manager may...

What You Should Know About Filing a Workplace Injury Claim Over a Repetitive Motion Injury

28 Aug 2019

Albert Hirst

Not every workplace injury will happen because of an accident. Oftentimes, some injuries will develop over a period of time, such as repetitive motion injuries. In California, there are thousands of people who are employed at jobs where they will need to...

Albert E. Hirst Blog

Common Causes of Pedestrian vs. Auto Accidents in California

What You Should Consider After Suffering a Construction Accident in California

After a Truck Accident in California, File a Personal Injury Claim

How to Handle a Workers’ Compensation Claim Denial

Taking a Closer Look at California’s Dog Bite Law

Quick Facts About California Car Crashes

Common Premises Liability Accidents in California

What You Should Know About Filing a Workplace Injury Claim Over a Repetitive Motion Injury