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How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take?
How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take? Although it’s a question virtually any car accident claimant asks, there is no definitive answer. Some settlements are more straight forward. However, questionable liability, potentially high settlement amounts, and serious injuries can delay your settlement. Investing extra time can allow your Los Angeles personal injury attorney to pursue and
This Week In The News: 04/08/2019-04/12/2019
This Week In The News (04/08-04/12) Avenatti Charged with Embezzlement, Fraud, Cheating on Taxes Thursday, April 11 (AP News) – Attorney Michael Avenatti, 48 was indicted late Wednesday on 36 counts of stealing money from clients, bank fraud, not paying personal income taxes, and lying in bankruptcy proceedings. The 61-page long indictment contains allegations Avenatti embezzled money
How Long After a Car Accident Can You Sue?
How Long After a Car Accident Can You Sue? You can file a personal injury lawsuit up to two years from the date of a car accident. A statute of limitations establishes this rule; it restricts your legal rights to collect damages once the deadline has passed. You can also file a wrongful death claim up to
This Week In The News: 04/01/2019-04/05/2019
This Week In The News (04/01-04/05) Los Angeles Reckons with the Loss of Nipsey Hussle Wednesday, April 3 (The Fader) – On Monday, April 1, crowds gathered at a shopping center at Crenshaw and Slauson, where rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed Sunday. The location is where his “Hussle In The House” video was filmed and
7 Important Details To Know About Personal Injury Cases
7 Important Details To Know About Personal Injury Cases The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani is highly regarded across all of California. We specialize in personal injury cases and recovering maximum compensation for clients in various situations. To start, here are seven things you need to know when filing a personal injury claim: It’s Not Only About
This Week In The News: 03/25/2019-03/29/2019
This Week In The News (03/25-03/29) Michael Avenatti Arrested and Charged with Embezzlement and Attempt to Extort Nike Monday, March 25 (The Wrap) – Attorney Michael Avenatti was arrested in Manhattan on Monday. Charged with trying to extort over $20 million from Nike, Avenatti was also charged in a separate federal case in Los Angeles. These charges
How Do You Know If Your Attorney Is Good?
How Do You Know If Your Attorney Is Good? Finding a lawyer is typically not hard; finding a good attorney can be more challenging. Legal services are an investment, but you don’t want to feel like an attorney is interested only in your money. Legal representation requires responsibility and professionalism. If you don’t have experience, it can
This Week In The News: 03/18/2019-03/22/2019
This Week In The News (03/18-03/22) USC Selects Carol Folt as New President as University Tries to Move Past Scandals Wednesday, March 20 (Los Angeles Times) – Carol Folt was appointed as the first female president of USC in the institution’s 139-year history. The former chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Folt is
How Does Workers’ Comp Work?
How Does Workers' Comp Work? Employers are required by law to purchase workers’ compensation insurance, and pay benefits if you suffer an injury or illness related to your job. You may qualify for benefits, or hire a workers comp attorney in Los Angeles, if you’re hurt in a fall, injured in a car accident while delivering goods,
This Week In The News: 03/11/2019-03/15/2019
This Week In The News (03/11-03/15) Lori Loughlin Arrested in Los Angeles in College Admissions Bribery Scandal Wednesday, March 13 (NY Daily News) – Actress and “Full House” star Lori Loughlin, 54, and her husband, fashion designer Mossimo Gianulli, were arrested Wednesday in Los Angeles for their alleged participation in a college admissions bribery scandal. Prosecutor allege