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Posted in Catastrophic Injury, Drunk Driving Accidents, Personal Injury on February 25, 2026

Proposed California Legislation Targets DUI Offenders  

While new bills have been implemented to keep track of and further penalize drivers convicted of driving under the influence, California assembly members have proposed more legislation that targets DUI offenders for harsher penalties in an effort to keep other drivers safe on the road. This proposed legislation includes a harsher penalty for first-time offenders, recognizing repeat DUI offenses as a felony, and adopting more advanced DUI training for police officers. Were you or a loved one in a DUI accident and suffered catastrophic injuries? Schedule your initial consultation 24/7 with a catastrophic injury attorney at BD&J today.

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Posted in Brain Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Personal Injury on January 21, 2026

How Do I Find the Best Brain Injury Lawyer in Los Angeles?  

Brain injuries can have serious consequences, both physically and mentally. If you or a loved one suffered a brain injury due to the negligence or recklessness of another party, you should be able to file a claim for compensation. Work alongside a brain injury lawyer for better financial compensation. To find the best brain injury lawyer, you should read reviews, seek knowledgeable law firms with experience handling similar cases, and schedule a free consultation! At BD&J, our brain injury attorneys are diligent legal advocates who fight for Angelenos dealing with brain injuries and connected expenses.

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Posted in Brain Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Personal Injury on January 13, 2026

How Much Compensation Can I Get for My TBI?  

Traumatic brain injuries affect Angelenos every day. If you or a loved one suffered one of these injuries at the hands of another entity, how much compensation could you recover? TBI lawsuits have different values, so it can be difficult to determine one without talking to an attorney. Factors that go into placing a value for a brain injury lawsuit include the severity of the injury, medical expenses, and the degree of liability of the other party. Learn about the monetary value a claim, talk to the brain injury lawyers at BD&J! Contact us to book your free consultation.

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Posted in Catastrophic Injury, Personal Injury on October 22, 2025

Do I Qualify for Disability Payments? 

After a devastating accident that caused permanent spinal injury, a California resident recounts their journey navigating financial challenges and expert legal help in Los Angeles. While processing the case, their catastrophic injury lawyers assisted in applying for disability insurance by gathering critical medical evidence and employment records. Despite insurance disputes, persistent legal advocacy secured a fair settlement covering medical bills and rehabilitative care. Disability payments provided essential financial relief during a lengthy legal process and difficult rehabilitation. Experienced catastrophic injury lawyers maximize compensation and help victims rebuild their lives with dignity and security.

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What are the Four Types of Spinal Cord Injury? - BD&J

Posted in Catastrophic Injury, Personal Injury, Spinal Cord Injury on September 23, 2025

What are the Four Types of Spinal Cord Injury? 

There are four types of spinal cord injury, each corresponding to where damage occurs along the spine and the regions of the body impacted. Spinal cord injuries can result in chronic pain, numbness, and loss of function in various regions of the body causing paraplegia or tetraplegia. Identifying the type and location of a spinal cord injury is vital for proper treatment and to pursue full compensation with a Los Angeles spinal cord injury lawyer. BD&J lawyers manage cases on behalf of victims through thorough investigations and aggressive negotiation tactics, so victims can prioritize medical care and recovery.

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Posted in Catastrophic Injury on April 4, 2022

Catastrophic Injury Guide: What They Are and Your Rights

Personal injury law encompasses a number of specific negligence-related incidents, such as car crashes, truck collisions, premises liability, and more. However, the law also categorizes the injuries that parties may sustain depending on how severe they are. The most severe injuries are considered catastrophic because they can significantly alter someone’s quality of life. If you…

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Posted in Catastrophic Injury on November 13, 2020

Is a Broken Bone a Catastrophic Injury?

Bone breaks and fractures can be extremely painful. The pain will depend on the size of the fracture, its location, and each person’s pain threshold. Broken bones can also prevent the use of a limb or body part for weeks or months as the bone heals, which can be incredibly frustrating. But is a broken…

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Posted in Car Accidents, Catastrophic Injury, Wrongful Death on November 21, 2019

Can Car Accidents Cause Miscarriages?

Car accidents can be very traumatizing, and trauma can, in some circumstances, cause a miscarriage. That certainly isn’t to say every car accident involving an expectant mother will result in a miscarriage – far from it. However, when a pregnant woman is involved in a serious car accident, it is very understandable to be concerned about…

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Posted in Personal Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Construction Accidents on November 6, 2019

Common Types of Heavy Equipment Construction Accidents

Whether the equipment is used to lift workers, transport supplies, demolish structures, or dig, most of these commonplace construction machines can be hazardous under the right circumstances. Construction equipment needs to be quite dense and large to support some of the larger materials and tools used on construction sites, and with that large size often…

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Posted in Personal Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Construction Accidents on August 5, 2019

How To Prevent Construction Accidents

Construction sites are notoriously dangerous and often result in severe, fatal accidents. These workplaces are riddled with large machinery, complex tools, heavy materials, and other dangerous supplies that can break, malfunction, fall, tip, or catch fire. When an accident like this takes place, workers and passersby are sure to be injured as a result. One…

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Posted in Catastrophic Injury on July 1, 2016

DIY Emergency Car Kit

It is always smart to be prepared in case of an accident. One way to ensure you are always prepared is to create an Emergency Car Kit. Should you ever have to wait for emergency services, or help others who have been in an accident, this kit will come in handy! Items you should place in…

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Posted in Catastrophic Injury, Brain Injury on May 2, 2016

8 Myths About Traumatic Brain Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) have many misunderstandings regarding their effects on someone’s life. BD&J has listed 8 myths surrounding traumatic brain injury to help our community better understand the signs and potential dangers so you and your loved ones can be better informed. Myth #1: Mild traumatic brain injury isn’t serious Even if a traumatic brain…

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Posted in Personal Injury, Catastrophic Injury on April 14, 2016

Paraplegia FAQ’s

A debilitating condition, paraplegia is the loss of movement and/or feeling in the lower extremities—also known as “leg paralysis.” This condition is extremely difficult to cope with, both physically and mentally, especially if the paraplegia was the result of an accident. If you or a loved has experienced an accident resulting in this type of catastrophic…

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