If you have been injured through someone else’s negligence, you may have a personal injury claim. Many personal injury victims do not know what to expect. You might feel overwhelmed by the system if you have not been through the claims or court process before. Personal injury claims can be especially difficult if the insurance company is pressuring you...
TL;DR: A nursing home can be at fault for COVID-19 infections if it failed to follow required infection control rules. Elderly residents face severe illness or death, and families may have a negligence claim when poor screening or no PPE caused the outbreak. Highlights: Check California Department of Public Health reports for facility COVID-19 cases. Ask the facility for...
TL;DR: Lane splitting is legal in California when a motorcycle rides between lanes of stopped or moving traffic. Crashes often happen when drivers block riders or open doors, making them liable for injuries, and evidence can fade quickly after a collision. Highlights: Review California Vehicle Code 21658.1 so you understand lane splitting rules. Split between the far-left lanes when...
Being a passenger in a California car accident can leave you uncertain about your next steps. Unlike drivers, passengers rarely share fault, but you still need to act quickly to protect your health and legal rights. After getting medical help, you should document the crash, exchange information, and consider filing a claim against the driver who caused the accident.
Passengers...
In recent years, rideshare programs like Uber and Lyft have become hugely popular. Most Californians have used a rideshare service at some point, and many will continue to use these convenient services again and again. However, what happens when an Uber or Lyft is involved in a car accident?
These services are still relatively new, and the law is not...
Accidents can happen at Coachella, and if you get hurt, an injury law firm can help you explore your legal options. Learn about the different types of festival accidents and injuries, as well as tips for staying safe.
Many people from all walks of life gather every April to attend one of the most-awaited music festivals in the world —...
Proposition 213, officially called The Personal Responsibility Act of 1996, was brought to the voters in California and was an initiative measure that limited the ability of uninsured motorists, drunk drivers, and felons injured during their crimes to pursue certain types of damages.
The law also had an impact on insurance costs. For example, according to a 1999 report by...
TL;DR: Negligence in vehicle accidents occurs when a California driver fails to use reasonable care and causes injury or property damage. Under comparative negligence, injured drivers or passengers can recover damages even if at fault, but compensation drops by their share and claims face filing deadlines. Highlights: Get medical care promptly and save every record, bill, and receipt. Request...
TL;DR: Vape battery explosions are rare but can cause severe burns and fires when lithium-ion batteries overheat or short-circuit. Users face injury when devices are modified, paired with the wrong charger, or stored with metal objects, and manufacturers or sellers may face product liability claims if defects or poor design contributed to the failure. Highlights: Read your device manual...
