California has implemented one of the nation’s most stringent traffic laws regarding cell phone use. This legislation enforces a strict ban on using mobile phones while driving, regardless of the purpose, including GPS navigation. The goal is to enhance road safety and significantly reduce accidents caused by distracted drivers. Any
A sightseeing trip on Lake Tahoe turned tragic on June 21 when a sudden, severe storm capsized several boats, killing eight people and injuring others. The unexpected storm, with winds reaching 35-45 mph and creating 8-foot swells, surprised even experienced boaters and quickly transformed a calm day into a nightmare.
Every day, countless injuries are caused across the state of California due to accidents. In the aftermath of an injury, there will be a lot of factors to consider. Medical care, work absence, family matters, and legal options can all weigh on your mind. When seeking legal action, there is
After an injury caused by another party, you can be left feeling confused, scared, and frustrated. There are several questions that might go through your head. What options do you have? How much time do I have? How long after an accident can you sue for personal injury in California?
The Events That Created Independence Day… July 1776, Philadelphia. The air was thick with humidity. Inside, an unlikely collection of farmers, sharp-witted lawyers, and starry-eyed dreamers huddled over candlelight. They wrote “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” This was more than simple ink
Fireworks are part of Independence Day celebrations. The safest way to enjoy these explosive demonstrations is leaving the shows to the professionals. Firework accidents now account for almost 16,000 emergency room visits annually and the number increases every year. Fireworks are dangerous by design. Understanding the cause of firework accidents
A jury has awarded Brian Mierendorf, a skilled HVAC technician, an astounding $75.6 million after a catastrophic refrigerant explosion at a Kroger grocery store in 2020 left him with severe injuries, including the loss of most of his fingers. The incident occurred while Mierendorf, 37, was servicing a defective refrigeration
A recent intersection crash claimed one life and critically injured another and this is another reminder of the dangers at intersections. According to the California Highway Patrol, a woman driving a Toyota Prius pulled out in front of a northbound white sedan which resulted in a fatal collision. The male
Three separate lawsuits have been filed in Los Angeles County by fire victims alleging they were systematically underinsured which resulted in leaving them without sufficient money to replace or rebuild their homes after the Jan. 7 blazes. Two of the lawsuits filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court allege USAA,
If you have recently been injured in California, you might be asking yourself, “Is California a personal injury protection state?” The answer is no. California does not follow any form of a personal injury protection system. Rather, the state operates under a fault-based system. This means the person who is
