I remember getting a text from a friend of mine, back when Nokia phones were still a novelty and each button gave you an option of three letters, depending on the times you press it. A simple "hello" would take 10 clicks. "I got to play with this puppy," the message read. "The cutest girl I've ev...
If you slip and fall while in a Los Angeles hotel and sustain an injury, you may be able to sue the hotel for damages. Whether you can collect and how much you may be entitled to depends on the specific details of your accident. Duty of Care Property owners who open their property to the public...
The weed killer RoundUp, used to keep lawns weed-free and picture perfect, may be responsible for causing serious illness and death in people. Studies have found that one of its ingredients, glyphosate, increases the risk of certain types of cancer. In 2018, for the first time, a lawsuit about t...
Beginning in 2022, California amended its survival action statute. This change could affect how people choose to file both wrongful death and survival action lawsuits.
In California, if you contract herpes from another person and can prove that person was the source of your infection, you can sue them. The legal basis for your lawsuit will depend on the specific details of your situation, such as whether the other person was, or should have been, aware of their...
The purpose of punitive damages is to punish the party at fault (punitive), and to set an example to deter future wrongdoers (exemplary). They are usually awarded against defendants in cases of intentional or extremely reckless conduct, not just for simple negligence. Willful or intentional condu...
Many people get confused about the different types of damages mentioned in personal injury cases. The two main types in personal injury cases are general damages and special damages. General damages are payments for intangible losses that result from an injury, such as emotional distress or pain ...
It happens more often than you might think – an employer hires a new employee who ends up causing harm to a customer or another third party. When this happens, the employee is clearly liable to the third party, but is the employer? Under the doctrine of negligent hiring, they can be. If an empl...
Since the 1990s, bed bug infestations have increased and are now a global problem. In Los Angeles County, infestations have been reported in hotels, short-term rentals, and multi- and single-family homes. Bed bug bites can cause irritation and itching. Some people can have an allergic reaction...
When a loved one dies because of an accident, their close relatives can make a claim for loss of consortium. “Loss of consortium” is the emotional harm they suffer. This claim is attached to the victim's personal injury lawsuit, not made on its own as a separate suit. Loss of Consortium In Cal...
It is important to remember what is the minimum amount of car insurance California will allow, but additional coverage, while optional and more expensive, offers greater protection.
In California, vehicle owners share fault when a car accident happens. Find out how to get compensation for your injuries, even if you partially caused the collision.
Pulling off on the side of the road is fraught with danger. Last Friday, a pedestrian was struck and killed while changing a tire on his parked car. Find out what you can do to make sure you stay as safe as possible in an emergency.
Don't assume that you don't have a valid personal injury case just because the facts don't seem to be in your favor. If there is any argument to be made that the other party shares fault and was a significant contributor to your injuries, you may be entitled to more compensation than you think.
Los Angeles personal injury lawyer discusses the types of damages and compensation available in a personal injury case.
Car accidents are inconvenient at their best and devastating at their worst. If you've been involved in a car wreck in Los Angeles, you'll have a lot on your plate, including beginning the process of repairing the damage done to your vehicle. Most drivers haven't been in many accidents, and while...
Most people who need a lawyer can anticipate this need coming. In personal injury cases, however, the need for a lawyer arises from unforeseen circumstances. Those who've been hurt because of another's negligent or reckless behavior are entitled to recover damages from the wrongdoer, but the vict...
While airbags are designed to protect vehicle occupants from the most serious injuries, they don't always deliver on that purpose. In fact, sometimes an airbag's failure to deploy can lead to catastrophic injuries if you're involved in a serious car accident in Los Angeles. In some cases, y...
Earlier this week, a man was killed inside a car wash in Escondido, California, when he exited his vehicle during the washing process and was trapped by the machinery. Can the family hold the car wash responsible for what happened? California is a pure comparative fault state. Comparative negl...
Poor roadway conditions, such as large potholes, could damage your vehicle, cause an accident, and even result in serious physical injuries. If you or a passenger in your car was injured due to dangerous road conditions, you could file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages. The city, county, state...
In most rear-end car accidents, the rear driver is held at fault, but not always. Liability sometimes falls on the lead driver, or another vehicle is liable for damages sustained by an injured driver. For example, the lead car driver might be at fault in a rear-end accident if they were negligent or driving recklessly....
Under California law, plaintiffs can recover lost wages in personal injury cases, which is the income they would have earned if they were not injured caused by someone’s wrongful act. Further, plaintiffs can also recover anticipated future income losses, commonly called “lost earning capacity.” A victim’s...
A defective tire accident in the state of California is a car collision that was caused by a faulty tire. A car tire can be defective due to a design or manufacturing defect, failing to provide proper warning of danger, or due to another person’s negligence. When manufacturers produce faulty tires, they put lives at risk.
If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, the physical injuries can be severe and there is normally a long road to recovery. Further, the financial implications can also be overwhelming as you might be unable to work. If you sustained injuries in a California motorcycle accident that were...
Motor vehicle accidents in California are the primary cause for personal injury lawsuits each year as there are hundreds of thousands of people injured due to negligence of other drivers. Car collisions on the crowded California freeways cost victims a tremendous amount of money in medical...
If you have been injured in an accident, our experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorneys will protect your legal rights and help you recover compensation for your injuries. We are available 24/7 for your risk free initial consultation in Beverly Hills, Encino, Glendale, Hermosa Beach, Lancaster, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Santa Monica, San Fernando Valley, Valencia and Ventura County areas.