Recent Blog Posts
What To Do When Suffering a Slip and Fall in a Retail Store?
California law requires that all retail store owners maintain their parking lots, sidewalks, sales floors, and other common areas in a reasonable manner to minimize the risk of injury to their customers on the property. If you or someone you love has been injured while on retail store property, there may be a valid… Read More »
California Workers’ Compensation Benefits vs. Unemployment
In California, workers’ compensation benefits are paid out to workers who are injured as a result of a work-related incident. At times, however, workers’ compensation benefits are underpaid, denied or delayed and this can prompt injured workers to seek state unemployment benefits. In some cases, unemployment benefits may supplement worker’s disability benefits, but it… Read More »
Creating a Living Trust in California
A living trust is an arrangement under which one person, referred to as a trustee, legally holds the title to a property for another, referred to as a beneficiary. A living trust can be a valuable tool when planning an estate. When considering a living trust, however, it is important to understand the different… Read More »
Head-On Motorcycle Collisions in California
Any type of motorcycle accident can have serious consequences, but head-on collisions are especially serious. Motorcyclists who suffer head-on collisions and are fortunate enough to survive one will likely suffer catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord injury, head trauma, or permanent disability. Even when the injuries are not immediately apparent, the accident can lead… Read More »
California Big Rig Accidents Caused by Sleep Deprivation
Big rig accidents caused by sleep deprivation and fatigue of truck drivers continue to be a serious concern in California and the rest of the nation. Although federal regulations impose strict resting periods for commercial truck drivers, many big rig accidents are caused by drowsy driving. According to recent data published by the National… Read More »
Design Defects are a Leading Cause of Traffic Accidents
While motor vehicles today are designed and manufactured using federal safety standards, mechanical defects and errors still occur, and these cause thousands of accidents each year. Based on California’s doctrine of product liability, individuals can hold manufacturing companies, vehicle designers, retailers, or other stakeholders in the chain of commerce accountable when their defective product… Read More »
Recover Compensation After a Pedestrian Accident
Many people enjoy going out for a jog or walk but sadly, people are at high risk for serious injuries in traffic accidents involving moving vehicles. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian accidents are a serious concern in the state, as more people are seriously injured or killed in accidents each… Read More »
Receive Temporary Disability Through Workers’ Compensation
If you have been injured while at work, workers’ compensation benefits are available to help you in your recovery. One of these benefits is referred to as temporary disability or TD. TD benefits provide monetary payments in place of lost wages when a work-related injury has forced the worker to take time off work… Read More »
Truck Accidents Caused By Sleep Deprivation
Large commercial trucks can legally weigh up to 80,000 pounds. As a result of their large size and weight, these large vehicles can be difficult to operate, and it can be hard for them to come to a complete stop when traveling at full speeds. Operating a large commercial vehicle can be even more… Read More »
California’s Strict Liability Dog Bite Law
If you or a loved one was attacked and bitten by a dog, you may have legal grounds to file a personal injury claim against the dog’s owner. Dog bite injuries should always be taken seriously, as they not only result in physical pain, but can also lead to a lifetime of emotional trauma…. Read More »
