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Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (01/17-01/23)
COVID Transmission Rates Are Falling Across California, Bringing Cautious Optimism Thursday, January 20 (KTLA 5) – Health officials in California see indications that the surge

What Are Extenuating Circumstances?
Extenuating circumstances is a legal term that may be used in criminal or personal injury cases. Combining the Latin words “ex” and “tenuis”, extenuating basically

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (01/10-01/16)
Nurses Protest California Ruling Allowing COVID-Positive Nurses to Work Thursday, January 13 (Fox11 Los Angeles) – The California Department of Public Health issued a change

Full Coverage vs. Liability: Which Is Better?
Car insurance protects against financial losses in the event of an automobile accident. It is also required by law in most states. But did you

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (01/03-01/09)
New California COVID-19 Guidelines: What to Know Saturday, January 1 (Times-Herald) – Recently updated COVID-19 quarantine and isolation guidelines from the California Department of Public

What Is a Testifying Expert?
A witness answers questions under oath, whether during a deposition or a trial. They are generally prohibited from offering opinions or analyses, with the exception

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (12/27-01/02)
L.A. County Reports 91% Increase in COVID Cases Over Past Week Wednesday, December 29 (KTLA 5) – The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

What Is a Letter of Protection?
Medical bills are among the greatest concerns in a personal injury case. There are barriers to getting paid; even if you have health insurance, you

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (12/13-12/19)
New California Workplace COVID Rules to End Distinction for Vaccinated Workers Thursday, December 16 (KTLA 5) – On Thursday, the California Occupational Safety and Health

When to Litigate and Settle Your Case
Whether you take your claim to court or settle your case before a trial can make a big difference financially. At The Law Offices of

What is Assumption of Risk?
Various factors can impact your ability to seek damages in a personal injury case. Assumption of risk can relieve a defendant of liability in regard

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (12/06-12/12)
California Coronavirus Cases Rising, Showing Early Signs of Winter Surge Thursday, December 9 (Los Angeles Times) – In the wake of Thanksgiving gatherings, health officials

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/29-12/05)
Stockton, CA – Bicyclist Injured After Being Struck by Car at N El Dorado St & Ponce de Leon Ave Wednesday, December 1 (Torem &

How Soon Should I Visit The Doctor After My Accident?
Seeking medical attention is one of the most important steps to take following a car accident. According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel,

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/22-11/28)
4 People Killed in Wrong-Way Northern California Crash Were Family on Vacation Wednesday, November 24 (ABC 7) – Brittney and Antonio Montano, both 29, their

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/15-11/21)
Bakersfield, CA – One Dead in Head-On Accident on I-5 Near Hwy 46 Thursday, November 18 (Torem & Associates) – One person was killed in

What Are Nominal Damages?
In a civil case, damages refer to the monetary compensation to the plaintiff by the other party, which has been found to have breached a

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/08-11/14)
California Turbo-Charges Push for COVID-19 Booster Shots Friday, November 12 (Los Angeles Times) – Health officials in California are pushing for more adults to get

Jacob’s Personal Injury Legal Glossary
During a personal injury consultation at The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani, a lawsuit, or trial, you’re likely to encounter a number of legal terms.

Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/01-11/07)
Young Children Can Receive COVID Vaccines Soon. Here’s What You Need to Know Wednesday, November 3 (Cal Matters) – On Tuesday, the Centers for Disease
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