Jason Austin Joseph Lundberg Personal Injury Law Blog

Among the most devastating of catastrophes is an uncontrollable fire in one’s home.  As the flames spread and engulf the house, its residents have no choice but to leave all of their belongings behind and head for safety as quickly as possible.  In San Francisco, where buildings are built next to each other to support themselves in an earthquake, fires can spread from one unit in a building to another very rapidly, posing a threat to everyone near by.   Such was the... Read More

    It is a well established belief that using cell phones while driving can be incredibly dangerous.  When drivers talk on their phones they become less aware of what’s going on around them, which can lead to accidents that otherwise could be avoided.  In fact, the correlation between cell phone use and motor vehicle accidents is so noticeable that some states, such as New York and California, have banned the usage of cell phones while driving.   Read More

    One of the most popular foods in Japanese restaurants in the United States is sushi.  It is perhaps most famous for the fact that its primary ingredient is raw fish of some kind.  While the FDA recommends that people cook raw meat in order to kill pathogens that may be present, sushi remains one of the biggest examples of uncooked meat being eaten in mass quantities.  However, even though sushi is widely eaten, it should not be construed that eating raw food,... Read More

    Cycling is an excellent alternative method of transportation for many people who live in urban environments.  In San Francisco, where the streets are narrow and the parking is scarce, a bicycle can mean the difference between getting around town on time or circling blocks looking for open spaces.  For many riders, cars on the road can be a big concern; some drivers occasionally drive in bicycle only lanes, and sometimes even collide with bicyclists if they... Read More

    Many of the fatal accidents involving pedestrians in San Francisco are caused when cars or buses run red lights and strike those who are walking on the street.  Due to their large size and the lack of protection a pedestrian has, it is no surprise that very often these accidents result in unfortunate deaths.  However, bicycles can achieve the same result, even if they do not travel as fast or are as forceful as a car.  This is seen in a case that has recently... Read More

    Many San Franciscans, in an effort to save money and go green, ride their bicycles rather than take cars to get from place to place.  The City has made efforts to encourage people to take bikes rather than drive, with special lanes and ordinances allowing for cyclists to share the roads.  While riding a bicycle can make traveling easier, it is more dangerous than simply taking a car, as there is no protection to soften blows from other travelers.
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    San Francisco’s MUNI has undergone a strong effort in recent years to reduce accidents caused by its drivers operating buses and trains.  By and large, the agency has cut down on catastrophic accidents, with only two fatal accidents happening in the year of 2011.  Of those two accidents, one of them is being actively prosecuted for negligence on behalf of the person who he allegedly struck and killed.
    On August 19th a MUNI bus driver... Read More

     The beginning of the New Year is one of the times that local fire departments recommend that people change out the batteries in their smoke detectors.  While this may seem like a trivial thing to do, the difference between living and dying can sometimes come down to the freshness of the batteries in the alarm.  One Martinez family found this out yesterday evening.
    A house caught on fire... Read More

    One of the main goals of San Francisco’s Municipal Railway is to move people about the City in a timely, efficient and safe manner.  While this is by and large accomplished, studies have shown that some lines in particular are less efficient and safe than others.  Out of the five MUNI Metro lines, one in particular stands out as being particularly unsafe, according to the “San Francisco Examiner:” the N Judah.  
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    Driving late at night can be a dangerous experience.  For many, the hours after midnight are times to return home after long nights at work or at play.  Very often, people attempt to drive home while intoxicated, given that there is limited bus service and taxis can be unavailable. Due to this, while the roads may be generally clear at 4am, it is possible that they can be just as dangerous as if it were rush hour if there are drunk drivers trying to get home. Read More