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Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/09-11/15)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (11/09-11/15) California Issues Travel Advisory Urging 14-day Quarantine After Passing 1 Million COVID-19 Cases Friday, November 13 (KTLA 5) - As COVID-19 cases surge to over 1 million in the state of California, the state issues added advisories and bans to keep its citizens safe. On Friday a new travel advisory
What to Do If You Have Been Injured by a Defective Product
What to Do If You Have Been Injured by a Defective Product A defective product injury is often a severe, life-changing event. Every year, far too many victims in California, including Los Angeles, experience a serious injury due to a product malfunction, design flaw, design defect, or unclear/missing instructions or warnings. A defective product can
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (11/02-11/08)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (11/02-11/08) Gatherings Likely to Blame for Coronavirus Case Number Uptick in L.A. County: Health Official Monday, November 2 (KTLA 5) – Officials reported 1,400 new COVID-19 cases Monday amidst an uptick in infections across Los Angeles County. A weekly survey from the University of Southern California Center for Social
Why You Should See A Doctor After a Car Accident
Why You Should See A Doctor After a Car Accident A car accident is a traumatic experience that can change your life. You may not even realize how badly you’re injured, as adrenaline and endorphins released in your body during the event can block pain. Some injuries may not be realized for days or weeks,
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (10/26-11/01)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (10/26-11/01) As California Warns of Coronavirus Uptick, Gov. Newsom Names Vaccine Ethics Panel Tuesday, October 27 (KTLA 5) - Governor Gavin Newsom issued new warnings on Tuesday as cases of COVID-19 started to increase, resulting in an uptick of coronavirus-related hospitalizations. Los Angeles County is one of three counties
How to Choose a Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles
How to Choose a Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles In a city as big as Los Angeles, there are many personal injury lawyers and firms. Choosing one takes some work because not only is it important for an attorney to have the right experience, but some are not as credentialed and reputable as it
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles Being on your feet is good for your health, and the environment. However, it does come with the risk of getting into a pedestrian accident, especially near busy streets in urban areas like Los Angeles. Not every pedestrian accident is the same. There are several common causes
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (10/19-10/23)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (10/19-10/23) Widespread Community Transmission of Coronavirus is Keeping L.A. County in Restrictive Reopening Tier, Officials Say Monday, October 19 (KTLA 5) – Los Angeles County officials say a continued high rate of community transmission of coronavirus is preventing the county from moving into a less restrictive tier for reopening. There were
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (10/12-10/16)
Jacob’s Journal - Weekly News Rewind (10/12-10/16) The Lakers Are Champions Again. LeBron James Lifts LA Past Miami to Win Record-Tying 17th NBA Title Monday, October 12 (NBC Los Angeles) – On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat, 106-93, in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Their win marks a record-tying 17th NBA championship,
What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury? A catastrophic injury can happen on the job, while driving a car, or when doing something generally safe such as going for a walk or doing chores at home. What makes an injury catastrophic? For one, it is life-changing; a victim’s life is never the same as before the injury occurred.