Recent Blog Posts
Dangerous Orange County Intersections
If you’re in an accident, there’s a good chance it was in an intersection. Anywhere on the street with conflicts is a likely spot for a vehicle crash. Drivers want to go in different directions. They may be impatient or inattentive. Bad weather and low visibility may add to the mix. We must be… Read More »
Not Just Drivers Are to Blame for Vehicle Accidents
If you hear the phrase “car accident case,” you may envision situations where a drunk driver, or one who runs a red light or speeds, causes an accident with the victim seeking compensation. Though those circumstances make up most of our cases, there may be other parties whose negligence contributed to the crash. One… Read More »
The Social Impacts of Driving Under the Influence
The car accident attorney at Hicks Law Firm has represented victims of vehicle accidents caused by drunk and impaired drivers since we opened our doors. All accidents are preventable, but none more than these kinds of crashes, which can cause fatal or crippling, lifelong injuries. These drivers face many consequences for their mistakes, including… Read More »
Will My Personal Injury Settlement Affect Child Support?
The money you collect through a personal injury settlement might result in paying more or receiving less in child support, depending on which side of the issue you’re on. A change in income may be a valid reason for a parent to ask a judge to modify a child support order, depending on the… Read More »
Will a Personal Injury Claim Settlement Impact My Supplemental Security Income Payments?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program providing financial assistance to people who are elderly, blind, or have a disability who have limited income and resources. Because there are income and asset limits on SSI eligibility, a personal injury settlement can affect whether and how much you’ll receive. But if the settlement is… Read More »
Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Partially to Blame for My Car Accident?
California law is very plaintiff-friendly regarding fault in lawsuits to obtain compensation in accident cases. In California, no matter what degree you’re at fault for an accident, you may seek compensation, though the greater your fault, the lower your recovery. The approach California law takes is called pure comparative negligence. Whether you feel you’re… Read More »
Hicks Law Firm Obtains $600,000 Settlement for Victim in Motorcycle Accident
Attorneys at Hicks Law Firm obtained a $600,000 settlement for the victim of a motorcycle v. automobile accident in which the firm’s client was seriously injured and suffered significant financial loss. In March of 2023, at approximately 2:44 PM, Mr. Hicks’ client was operating his motorcycle at a normal speed. He was traveling westbound… Read More »
The Invisible Scars: Eight Possible Mental Health Effects of a Car Crash
Vehicle accidents are traumatic events that can have far-reaching consequences beyond physical injuries sustained. While accident victims and healthcare professionals usually focus on visible harm caused by the crash, potential mental health effects can linger long after the physical wounds heal. The Hicks Law Firm will answer your questions and address your concerns about… Read More »
Distracted Driving by the Numbers
No driver is focused all the time. We adjust the air conditioning, look at billboards, drink coffee, and think about what we’ll do with all that money we’ll have after buying the winning Powerball ticket. The problems we face are there have never been more driver distractions, and the more we’re distracted, the greater… Read More »
Sideswipe Accidents: Clowns to the Left of Me, Jokers to the Right, Here I Am
A sideswipe accident can cause serious injuries, especially if you lose control of your vehicle and cause a secondary accident. They’re also particularly deadly if the victim is a motorcyclist. If you or a family member are injured in a sideswipe accident, the Hicks Law Firm can help. Our Costa Mesa car accident lawyers… Read More »
