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This Week In The News: 12/02-12/06
This Week In The News (12/02-12/06) Motorcyclist Injured In Freeway Accident Awarded $21.5 Million Wednesday, December 4 (CBS Los Angeles) – Hardin Irvine Automotive Inc. and mechanic Justin Dimapasac were ordered by a jury to pay $21.5 million to a man injured in a February 8, 2018 crash. Matthew Rada, 28, had brought the case to the
Slippery Roads Can Cause SoCal Accidents
Slippery Roads Can Cuase SoCal Accidents Slick roads cause accidents across the nation. In Southern California, this is no different. Recent heavy rains along the coast and snow in the mountains and higher elevations have made roads slippery. Even if it doesn’t snow, rain can make roads slick because of oil deposits and other material on the
This Week In The News: 11/18-11/22
This Week In The News (11/18-11/22) 101 Freeway WB Lanes Reopen Following Deadly Crash Thursday, November 21 (ABC 7) – A Thursday morning crash on the 101 Freeway in Woodland Hills resulted in one fatality. The accident was being covered by AIR7 HD by 6:00 a.m. According to authorities, at least two vehicles were involved. Traffic was
How Long Does it Take to Get a Personal Injury Settlement Check?
How Long Does it Take to Get a Personal Injury Settlement Check? Let’s face it, no one wants to get injured, much less muddle through a potentially lengthy legal process while they are on the mend. But alas, it is part of the process. One of the highlights of any personal injury case is when it comes
This Week In The News: 11/11-11/15
This Week In The News (11/11-11/15) 2 Dead, 4 Wounded After California Shooting Suspect Opened Fire at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita Friday, November 15 (ABC 7) – Following a shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita on Thursday morning, investigators continued to search for the motive of a student who opened fire on his
Settlement vs. Trial: What Is Best for Your Personal Injury Case?
Settlement vs. Trial: What Is Best for Your Personal Injury Case? Personal injury cases remain one of the most routine legal actions in the United States. More often than not, personal injury claims are settled out of court. In fact, a mere 5% of personal injury claims make it all the way to trial, and for good
This Week In The News (11/04-11/08)
This Week In The News: 11/04 - 11/08 LAPD Seeks Help Finding Hit-Run Driver Who Mowed Down Pedestrian in DTLA Wednesday, November 6, 2019 (KABC Los Angeles) - Los Angeles police are asking for the public’s help to identify a hit-and-run suspect that was seen on city surveillance cameras plowing down a pedestrian in a downtown crosswalk.
How Can Construction Injury Attorneys Help Victims?
How Can Construction Injury Attorneys Help Victims? Construction sites are riddled with hazards. No matter how careful you are, accidents can and will happen. If you are injured on a construction site through no fault of your own, it is wise to contact a professional construction injury lawyer right away. They can help you navigate the complex
This Week In The News: 10/28-11/01
This Week In The News (10/28-11/01) Here’s a List and Map of Wildfires Burning Around Southern California Thursday, October 31 (KTLA) – Wildfires are burning across Southern California, being fueled by the strongest Santa Ana winds so far this season. Firefighters are currently battling the following fires: Maria Fire: At 8,300 acres atop South Mountain near Santa
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Look For in a Case?
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Look For in a Case? There are a wide variety of situations that could constitute a personal injury claim. The most common personal injury cases are car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, workplace accidents, and premises liability like slip and fall incidents. When you tighten the lens, more specific variations of personal