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Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident
Car accidents are the most common causes of injuries and deaths in California. This does not, however, make it any easier to deal with the aftermath of a car accident as an injured victim. There are many common mistakes you could make if this is your first time filing a car accident insurance claim or… read more
Long-Term Effects of “Mild” Traumatic Brain Injury
A brain injury is one of the most serious types of injuries possible in accidents in California. There is no such thing as a trivial brain injury. Every traumatic brain injury, even those diagnosed as mild, can have severe ramifications for a victim. The symptoms of a mild brain injury could last for weeks, months… read more
Attorney-Client Privilege and Client Confidentiality
One of the most important legal protections you receive when you hire – or even consult with – a lawyer is that of attorney-client privilege. This is a special right that allows you to say anything you want to an attorney without fear of it being disclosed to a third party, including a competitor, the… read more
What Is Malicious Prosecution?
If someone gets injured in a preventable accident, the victim can pursue financial compensation in the form of damages from the at-fault party. If someone wrongfully accuses another person of causing an accident while knowing he or she did not, however, this is called malicious prosecution. You will have the ability to pursue your own… read more
What Should I Do If I’ve Witnessed an Accident?
In California, your odds of getting into a car accident are relatively high. There were 3,563 traffic fatalities in 2018 alone, according to the California Office of Traffic Safety. You also have a good chance of witnessing an accident at some point in your life. Knowing what to do as an accident witness could allow… read more
Sunbeam 6-Pot Pressure Cooker Recall
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Sunbeam 6-pot multi-cookers have been recalled due to a manufacturer’s defect. This defect can cause the pressure cooker to pressurize when the lid is not fully locked, which may lead to serious injury or death if the lid suddenly detaches when the product is in use…. read more
How to Investigate California Daycare or Childcare Abuse and Neglect
Thousands of parents in California entrust their children to daycare centers and caregivers while they work. The last thing a parent expects is to receive a call from the daycare center reporting an injury or to pick the child up and notice signs of abuse or neglect. Sadly, not all daycare and childcare centers are… read more
Is Jaywalking Illegal in California?
Jaywalking is the informal term for a pedestrian unlawfully crossing the street where he or she does not have the legal right to do so. It is a common yet highly dangerous practice in California. Like most states, California has a law specifically banning jaywalking. Breaking this law could lead to a ticket and a… read more
What Are California’s Leash Laws?
Owning a dog in California comes with certain legal responsibilities. One is to obey state and local leash laws. Leash laws help keep a community safe by requiring owners to remain in control of their pets at all times. Breaking California’s leash laws can lead to fines for the owner. It could also result in… read more
Mountain View Fire
The Mountain View fire started on November 17, 2020, at approximately 12:15pm in Mono County, California. As of today’s date (December 1), the fire is 70% contained at 20,385 acres. The remaining 30% is under snow and confined to “ground fire,” meaning that only stumpoles and underground roots are actively burning, so it is expected… read more
