In a wrongful death case, someone dies because of the negligence of another person and/or business. These types of unfortunate and fatal accidents most often occur as a result of negligent medical practices, car accidents, and accidents at the workplace. Families lose loved ones, such as a spouse, parent, or child, and then face devastating…
Assault and battery charges in California result from the intentional or actual injury to another person. With assault, an attacker only needs the intention to physically injure or threaten a victim in a way that makes the victim believe that they’re going to be attacked. In other words, assault doesn’t mean that the attacker actually…
Halloween is all about the tricks, treats, and costumes. With more people in cars and out and about while walking their favorite neighborhood, it’s important that you take some extra measures to stay safe and avoid a car or pedestrian accident. Here’s a list of safety tips you can use to stay safe these Halloween….
Car accidents can be minor and cause no injuries to the occupants or damage to the vehicles. Unfortunately, however, most California car accidents do cause injuries. Accident victims then go on to deal with lost wages, costly medical care, emotional trauma and sometimes even long-term disability. Read on for some dos and don’ts of auto…
In California, many people see assault as a criminal charge. In many cases, it can be. However, it’s up to the state (specifically the District Attorney’s Office) to make the decision about whether criminal charges will be filed. Regardless of whether criminal charges are filed by the District Attorney, there are times when assault is…
Taking your children to daycare, school, a music recital, a sporting event, or even just out for ice cream can be extremely dangerous. According to Esurance.com, many car accidents take place within 25 miles of your home. Most fatalities for car accidents happen between 6 pm and midnight.
Southern California is known for its beautiful weather, beaches, and residents. When it rains in the lower half of the Golden State, drivers often panic, and car accidents abound. This weekend is no exception. Already, reports of serious auto accidents are pouring in and many innocent victims are suffering numerous injuries in multi-car crashes on…
Planning a trip somewhere in California this fall? You aren’t alone. According to data, the Golden State accounts for 11.5% of all domestic travel in the country and is the most visited state in the nation. Not surprisingly, the most visited county in California is Los Angeles — with approximately 53 million men, women, and…
When it comes to seeking damages for the wrongful death of your loved one and filing a lawsuit, the general rule in California is that you can file the lawsuit in two places: 1) where any of the wrongdoers live, or 2) in the county where the injury-causing death occurred. In cases against government entities,…
A “wrongful death” occurs when a person dies due to the negligent, careless, intentional, or reckless act of another person or entity (such as a business that creates a defective product). Under California law, if your loved one suffers fatal injuries as a result of the negligence or reckless actions of another, you might be…