Law Office of Patrick G. Shea, APC

01/15/2023

The rain is back. With it comes increased motor vehicle accidents, both due to road conditions (potholes, etc.) and due to negligent drivers. The Law Office of Patrick G. Shea, APC is available to answer your questions today! Know your rights. Call 619-971-3139.

At PGS Law we aim to help countless individuals obtain the compensation they need and deserve in an efficient and timely manner.

12/30/2022

The Law Office of Patrick G. Shea, APC specializes in personal injury claims (auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, slip and falls, etc.) and offers free consultations! We are available by Zoom and in person. Know your rights. Book your free consultation today! Call or text 619-971-3139

06/24/2022

Injury recovery can be expensive, but here are three components for asserting liability.

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06/17/2022

Can your employer claim you didn't get hurt on the job?

Any worker struggling with a job-related health condition should be able to claim workers' compensation insurance benefits. The benefits available include full health coverage for necessary treatment and disability benefits if you have to miss work. Unfortunately, some workers who apply for benefits...

06/05/2022

Beware of the 4 dangerous D's of driving

Dangers can come from all sides when you are driving. Hence you need to maintain a broad overview of the road, looking forward, backward and sideways. If a crash happens, you again need to take a broad view. This time to ensure you do not overlook anything that may explain why the collision occurred...

06/04/2022

How do you prove a slip-and-fall case?

If you fall when you’re on someone else’s property, you should be able to make a slip-and-fall claim against them. Whether or not your case will result in compensation will depend on a number of factors, one of which is if the property owner was negligent. There are all kinds of reasons why peop...

05/22/2022

If a dog seems aggressive, what should you do?

There are some situations in which you are not sure if a dog is aggressive, and you have no idea it's going to bite until it happens. However, there are many other situations in which it is clear that the dog is agitated and acting in an aggressive manner toward you. If this happens, what

05/10/2022

Can you get workers' compensation for a cumulative back injury?

If you work in a profession where you are constantly lifting and carrying heavy objects, you may be at risk of developing a cumulative injury. A cumulative injury is an injury that develops over time as a result of repetitive motion or stress on the body. If you have a cumulative injury due to your

04/26/2022

What's taking so long for workers' compensation to approve my care?

Workplace injuries are an unfortunate reality for many residents of San Diego. As a result, the law in California provides for such circumstances to ensure its residents aren’t crippled by situations beyond their control. Employees are entitled to worker’s compensation if they get injured on the...

04/20/2022

Why is it crucial to report falls at stores?

The importance of speaking up.

04/15/2022

Tips on strengthening your workers' compensation claim

Nobody plans to get injured at work, but accidents are almost inevitable. If you suffer injuries from an accident at your workplace, workers' compensation benefits can shield you from losses like medical bills or wages lost when recuperating. However, your claim needs to be approved to start receivi...

04/06/2022

Why people who fall at the store should talk to a manager

You need a big bag of pet food or a fresh container of milk. You run into a retail establishment hoping to make a quick purchase. Unfortunately, there's a power cord across the aisle or a puddle of spilled dried lentils that makes you slip. You fall in the middle of the store, possibly hitting