PG&E May Be at Fault for Deadly Camp Fire
The largest and deadliest wildfire in California history, the Camp Fire has killed 81 people, at the time of this writing, and has destroyed over 13,500 homes. It has also destroyed most of Paradise, a town of over 26,000 people in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. The over 153,000 acres burned may not […]
Pedestrian Safety Tips
Pedestrians are at a high risk when it comes to traffic accidents. In 2016, there were 5,987 pedestrian deaths in the U.S., according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. While most types of traffic deaths were on the decline, pedestrian fatalities rose from 2007 to 2016, by a full 27 percent per a report […]
Electric Scooters: Rules of The Road
If you live in Southern California, you’ve likely noticed the flood of electric scooters (or e-scooters) on the sidewalks and streets in recent months. Dockless scooters, operated by popular rideshare companies such as Uber, Bird, and Lyft, have been involved in many accidents involving pedestrians and other vehicles. You may have even questioned the legality of these […]
Questions You Might Be Asked in a Slip and Fall Deposition
Once you file a lawsuit, a slip and fall case involves several steps before you can reach a settlement. One of these is the deposition. The defense’s attorney will want to ask you questions. While you know the facts of your case, the process can be quite intimidating if you are unfamiliar with it. The […]
Bird, Lime, Uber & Lyft Electric Scooters
Electric scooters are all the rage in Southern California. Nowadays, you can unlock a dockless scooter using a smartphone, and use it until you no longer need it. Bird and Lime scooters buzz through the streets and, when riders aren’t careful, serious accidents can occur. Riders too can be liable if they caused an accident, so […]
What Happens If I Get Into A Car Accidents with Pre-Existing Injuries?
A pre-existing injury can add to the complexity of a personal injury lawsuit. As you know, insurance companies are always looking for ways minimize damages awarded or disprove the plaintiff’s claim. For example, you may have been injured prior to a car accident. Your neck injury may have certainly been worsened by the crash, but […]
Common Legal Terms You’ll Hear in a Personal Injury Case
Every personal injury case is unique, but you’ll hear common terms that may be confusing, often referred to as legalese. Your Los Angeles personal injury attorney will explain everything. While your main focus is to get compensation for your injuries, medical costs, loss of work, etc., these legal terms can help make the process seem less intimidating […]
Who Is Liable in a Borrowed Car Accident?
Car insurance policies have a lot of fine print. People often think the policy is attached to the driver, but it’s actually the vehicle. Your auto insurance is the primary coverage if someone you lend the car to gets into an accident. This rule applies in many circumstances, but there are exceptions, which is one […]
Can a Landlord Be Liable for a Dog Bite?
Many landlords forbid tenants from having a dog. That isn’t because they don’t like canines. It is due to the landlord’s fear they may be liable if the dog bites someone. Although this is possible given certain conditions, it is rare for a landlord to be liable for dog bite injuries. If such an incident […]
Should You Ride Your Bike on The Sidewalk?
In Los Angeles, it is legal to ride your bicycle on the sidewalk. However, it is illegal to ride a bike on a sidewalk in many places, such as parts of Los Angeles county outside of L.A. Bicycle laws vary by individual community, so it’s important to know the riding laws in your city before setting out […]