Negligence or wrongdoing by one party against another opens the possibility of a personal injury claim in civil court. What if the negligent party is a government employee or member of the military? Citizens should know their rights when it comes to bringing a suit...
While some physical injuries may be easy to notice, a brain injury may not seem obvious at first. In the days or weeks following a blow to the head, which can happen when stepping out of a boat or a vehicle, you may begin to notice signs that you experienced brain...
When you suffer a serious injury in California in a car crash, slip-and-fall incident or something similar due to someone else’s negligence, you may look to that person or entity to cover your medical care and other associated expenses. However, if you wish to pursue...
If you come in contact with an oil spill, you must pay extra attention to how you feel. Crude oil can be hazardous when it gets out of control. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. endures thousands of oil spills every year....
When you earn your living as a California maritime worker, you have certain protections available to you if you suffer an injury while at sea. The Jones Act, or the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, gives you a means through which to recover compensation from your maritime...
When one suffers an injury on another's property in California, their first impulse may be the seek compensation from the property owner. This no doubt stems from the assumption that property owners maintain liability for any accidents or incidents that occur on their...
You should not have to worry about how you will pay for damages to your house, your car or any property that your insurance policy covers. Your insurer owes you some duties when you file a claim for coverage. A failure to carry out these duties could constitute an act...
You tripped and fell on another's property recently and landed on your hip. A doctor diagnosed you with a hip fracture, and you want to recover as quickly as possible. Explore hip fracture surgical options from Mayo Clinic. While you may have a premises liability...
Teenagers have a reputation for engaging in reckless and potentially dangerous behaviors. Of course, this also extends to teen drivers. They often fall prey to driver distractions with greater ease than their adult counterparts, creating a major safety risk for them,...
From bustling downtown areas to suburban streets, motorists frequently share the road with other types of traffic, including people traveling on bikes, motorcycles and on foot. Unfortunately, drivers are often so focused on other cars that they may fail to notice...
