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Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/22-06/26
Reports of Illegal Fireworks in LA Have Exploded in June Thursday, June 25 (NBC Los Angeles) – According to the LAPD, reports of illegal fireworks increased by 170% compared to the first three weeks of June last year. Officers were sent to investigate complaints of fireworks 1,429 times between June 1 and June 20 compared to
What to Do After a Dog Bite
What to Do After a Dog Bite According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 4.7 million dog bites occur each year. The vast majority of dogs never bite or injure humans. When a dog bite occurs, it often happens unexpectedly and, although bites are usually quick, they can cause serious injury.
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/15-06/19
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind: 06/15-06/19 FBI, California AG To ‘Monitor’ Robert Fuller Death Investigation Monday, June 15 (CBS Los Angeles) – On Monday, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the FBI Civil Rights Division and the California Attorney General’s Office will review its investigation into the death of Robert Fuller, 24. On June
L.A. Is One of the Car Chase Capitals of the World
L.A. Is One of the Car Chase Capitals of the World Los Angeles, California is known for its movie stars, palatial estates, palm-lined boulevards, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But not everything in LA is glitz and glamour. Los Angeles is also known as one of the car chase capitals of the world and home to
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/08-06/12
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (06/08-06/12) 7 Los Angeles Officers Removed from Their Field Duties After Using Excessive Force During Protests, Police Say Thursday, June 11 (CNN) – On Wednesday, the LAPD revealed to CNN that at least seven officers were removed from their field duties for using excessive force on demonstrators at protests. In
California Laws on Dog-Bite Liability
California Laws on Dog-Bite Liability California has “strict liability” laws regarding dog bites. These are covered under California Civil Code section 3342. In most instances, pet owners are liable for injuries caused by dogs, even if their animal had never been vicious, the owner didn’t know they were, or their animal instincts took over and there was
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/01-06/05
George Floyd Mourned, Celebrated as Death Used as Call to Action Thursday, June 4 (NBC Los Angeles) – The memorial service for George Floyd on Thursday included family members, celebrities, civil rights activists, and politicians. Through prayer, mourning, and a celebration of life, Floyd, who was killed at the hands of police on May 25 in Minneapolis, was
Recent Game-Changing NY Child Victims Act Ruling
Recent Game-Changing NY Child Victims Act Ruling The Child Victims Act (CVA) was signed into law on February 14, 2019, by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Since then, 44 complaints were filed against the Diocese of Rockville Center, which argued the law violates the Due Process Clause of the state constitution. Supreme Court Judge Steven Jaeger of
Jacob’s Journal — Weekly News Rewind: 05/25-05/29
COVID Relief: Newly Announced Rent-Assistance Program Could Help Up to 80,000 Los Angeles Families, Officials Say Thursday, May 28 (ABC 7) – Los Angeles city officials have announced a plan to allocate $100 million dollars to a COVID-19-related renters-relief assistance program, the largest such program in the nation. Funds from the $700 million awarded to the city in
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Impact on Personal Injury and Auto Accident Cases
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Impact on Personal Injury and Auto Accident Cases Coronavirus could impact the timeline of your personal injury case, and potentially even its value. The coronavirus pandemic has affected every aspect of life. Many courts are closed and the U.S. economy has taken a serious hit. But you can still take steps to maintain your auto
