Law Offices of Howard Kitay
During a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit in California, you may hear the phrase “loss of consortium.” These are damages a spouse or other family members could recover after the death of or injury to a loved one. The courts may award loss of consortium damages to a spouse or family member if someone…
Everyone knows car accidents can result in serious physical injuries. Broken bones, head/brain injuries, spinal cord fractures – these are injuries that many people discuss after a bad collision. What many people don’t talk about are the emotional, mental, and psychological harms that can result from a car crash. Car accidents are highly traumatic events,…
Football is a popular American high school sport. It encourages active lifestyles, builds teamwork, and looks great on college résumés. For some high school players, football becomes a college sport and adult career. For others, their love of the game ends when they suffer serious head injuries. Head and brain injuries pose greater risks to…
Bicycle accidents are unique events that result in very different injuries than car or truck collisions. Victims of bicycle accidents face myriad risks that other motorists do not, such as open exposure to the road and other objects. This can lead to injuries that you will almost exclusively find in bicycle accidents. Understanding these potential…
Part of what has made ridesharing apps like Uber so popular among modern users is the speed at which drivers can arrive at the desired pickup location. Many passengers have traded traditional taxis for rideshare vehicles because of how quickly an Uber or Lyft can arrive from the time of the request. What makes this…
With hundreds of restaurants offering all manner of cuisines in the area, dining out in Chula Vista is a favorite pastime for tourists and locals alike. Nobody expects to come away from a restaurant with an injury, but this is the reality for many San Diego diners every year. Restaurants and bars can be hotbeds…
Calling a cab is still one of the most popular ways for tourists and locals to get around the San Diego area. Regional taxi companies transport thousands of passengers every year. Unfortunately, not every ride goes smoothly. Sometimes, passengers get caught in harmful taxi accidents and subsequent insurance claims. Obtaining just compensation for taxi accident…
Lane-splitting might be legal in California, but that doesn’t necessarily make it the safest practice. There are debates about the safety and dangers of lane-splitting, with those against it citing issues such as startling other motorists, speeding, and drivers merging on top of motorcyclists. There are certain injuries that lane-splitting might increase the risk of,…
A lot can go wrong in the aftermath of a serious personal injury. Luckily, much of the fate of a claim rests in the victim’s hands. It is often in your power to change the outcome of your insurance claim or PI trial. Avoid these top 10 mistakes to give yourself every advantage possible: 1.…
Knowing what to do after a car accident that involves personal injury can go a long way toward your overall health, happiness, and financial security. Californians who suffer crash-related injuries must take certain steps to protect themselves. It can be difficult to think with a level head after suffering personal injuries. Keep this checklist handy…
Complementing the modern age of convenience, Airbnb is an app with the goal of improving traditional travel. Airbnb allows vacationers to book affordable rooms or entire residences at establishments that hosts offer for rent online. Airbnb works with home and property owners, not hotels or commercial establishments. As such, it is the individual homeowner’s duty…
Despite operating through national companies, rideshare vehicles are at just as much a risk of car accidents as other vehicles on San Diego’s roadways. Uber and Lyft cannot guarantee the safety of drivers or passengers. Unlike traditional taxicab companies, rideshares do not have to abide by strict standards or regulations. This potentially increases the risk…
In a buzzing metropolis like San Diego, dozens of motor vehicle accidents occur every day. Some are minor while others result in catastrophic injuries. Since 1995, the number of fatal accidents in Chula Vista has averaged between 2.9 and 8.8 per 100,000 population, sometimes exceeding California’s statewide average. Motor vehicle accidents occur in a split…
When a person or company’s act of negligence causes the death of another person, California law gives surviving family members the opportunity to seek recovery from the responsible party. A wrongful death lawsuit is the legal action certain parties can take after negligence cuts a life short. In Chula Vista and throughout California, there are…
Car accidents can easily cause broken bones, lacerations, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries. Soft tissue injuries are also common following car accidents, and these injuries vary greatly in their severity and effects. Some soft tissue injuries are acute and require medical attention to prevent long-term complications, while others are degenerative and worsen over…
Many Americans deal with back problems and pain daily. While many of these issues result from injuries that worsen over time, some back problems are degenerative and have dramatic effects. Spondylolisthesis is a condition that causes extreme pain and stiffness in the neck and back due to vertebral slippage, or the discs between the bones…
Anyone spending time in or near water should be mindful of the very real danger of drowning, even for the most experienced swimmers. While most people are familiar with the dangers of drowning, few realize that some drowning deaths can occur after leaving the water. Although rare, “dry drowning” cases do happen, and unfortunately children…
After a car accident, everyone involved experiences a whirlwind of emotions, many of which are the human body’s response to stress. Our bodies respond to stress in different ways, and a car accident is a prime example of acute stress, an extremely stressful or distressing event that happens suddenly. One of the reflexes built into…
Car accidents and other dangerous situations can cause severe or even fatal wounds, but not every injury is immediately apparent. Certain injuries take time to manifest symptoms, and abdominal trauma is one such injury. Any blunt force trauma to the abdomen can damage internal organs, cause internal bleeding that pools in the abdominal cavities, and…
Crash and accident data has shown for years that seat belts save lives and prevent countless fatal injuries on American roads, but they are only reliable when worn correctly. Few people realize that seat belts can have dangerous and even deadly consequences when worn incorrectly, and unfortunately, children are at the greatest risk. Most vehicle…
The American Automobile Association (AAA) considers Memorial Day the beginning of the 100 deadliest days to drive in the United States. Memorial Day typically signals the end of school, so many teen drivers take to the road to enjoy the summer months with friends. Unfortunately, the combination of youth, holidays, and traffic leads to thousands…