Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (03/22-03/28)
Los Angeles Lakers Star and Former LA Clippers Exec Elgin Baylor Dies at 86 Monday, March 22 (ESPN.com) – Hall of Fame forward and former LA Clippers general manager Elgin Baylor died at age 86 on Monday of natural causes, according to a statement by the Los Angeles Lakers. Baylor played 14 seasons with the […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (03/15-03/21)
Californians with Certain Health Conditions, Disabilities Can Now Sign Up for COVID-19 Vaccine Monday, March 15 (KTLA 5) – On Monday, California expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to about 4.4 million people. People aged 16 to 64 with cancer, chronic kidney disease, chronic pulmonary disease, down syndrome, are immunocompromised from an organ transplant, are […]
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Case?
Our personal injury clients often ask this question. And it’s not an easy one to answer. Whether the case goes to trial or both parties agree on a settlement before then, settling a case can take time. Cases that involve negligence, a car accident, slip and fall, or other matter can be complex. Ongoing medical […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (03/08-03/14)
House Passes $1.9T COVID Relief Bill in Win for Biden, Dems Wednesday, March 10 (NBC Los Angeles) – On Wednesday, Congress approved the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill with a party line vote in the House (aside from Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine). The bill was passed with a 220-211 vote with unanimous opposition from Republicans, […]
Most Common Slip/Trip and Fall Accidents
Slip, trip, and fall accidents happen far too often. Every year, millions of people in the U.S. are treated at emergency departments for cuts and bruises, muscle and ligament damage, scarring, and broken bones as well as neck, head, and brain injuries. These are just a few examples seen in personal injury cases. Common types […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (03/01-03/07)
California to Receive An Initial 380K Doses of Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine Monday, March 1 (CBS Los Angeles) – California Governor Gavin Newsom said about 380,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine were expected to arrive in the state this week. On Saturday, the vaccine received emergency use authorization from the Food […]
Latest News in Catholic Church Sexual Abuse Cases
It looks as if the courts in two major U.S. states are finally starting to rule in favor of sexual assault victims, rather than protecting the perpetrators or institutions that have been engaged in sexual misconduct for generations. The latest chess piece to fall following the passage of New York’s Child Victims Act, which allows […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (02/22-02/28)
Newsom Signs COVID Relief Package That Will Send $600 Payments to Nearly 6 Million Californians Tuesday, February 23 (CBS Los Angeles) – On Tuesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed several bills into law to provide assistance to people and businesses affected by COVID-19. One bill includes $7.6 billion of direct relief to go to about […]
Enter to Win Lakers Suite Tickets With Jacob Emrani
If you are one of the millions of Angelenos that commute to work each day, chances are you have seen the famed upsidedown billboards of Jacob Emrani. Known for his attention-grabbing ads, catchy jingles, and head-turning billboards, Jacob Emrani has solidified himself as a highly recognizable and respected personal injury attorney in Los Angeles. For […]
Psychological Damages in an Injury Claim
A serious physical injury can have psychological and emotional effects, including anxiety, depression, and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psychological injuries can have drastic impacts on a person’s life. As such, they are considered a form of personal injury and an accident victim can sometimes recover compensation for psychological damages. Continue reading to […]