Broken bones are incredibly common in children. They seem to be less cautious about things and do stuff that can lead to injuries. Most of the time, children heal from a broken bone quickly. The story is different for adults, especially seniors. A broken bone in a...
Expected deaths can have detrimental emotional effects on surviving family members. An unexpected death exacerbates these emotions and can cause debilitating shock. For family members and anyone close to a victim of wrongful death, emotional recovery can take years...
If you were to ask, most drivers would admit to speeding at one time or another. Many would admit to regularly going five miles over the posted speed limit. For most drivers, going slightly over the posted speed limit is no big deal, and they believe that everyone...
There are a few different criteria a person must meet to file a wrongful death lawsuit. It is not a situation where anyone can bring a case to court simply because they know someone who died due to the negligence of another person. California Courts explain that...
The fishing industry is dangerous. Obviously, you cannot prevent everything that could go wrong due to the weather, the people involved or the vessel itself. On the other hand, some risks are relatively easy to control. Just because you have a dangerous job does not...
Like your neighbors, you regularly visit shopping centers, entertainment venues and other places. If a shop owner does not mop up spills, repair damaged flooring or take additional steps to keep the place safe, you may sustain a serious injury in a slip-and-fall...
Under previous state law in California, attractive nuisance dictated that property owners had a special duty of care to keep their property safe for children. While California no longer recognizes attractive nuisance doctrine, state law now actually imposes a broader...
After your recent car accident on California's roads, you want to recover as quickly as possible. You feel the other driver bears responsibility for the incident, but you do not know what evidence to gather to build your case. To help, News 9 offers tips for proving...
California’s teenage drivers engage in many dangerous driving behaviors, and when they do, they endanger you and everyone else they encounter. Driving while distracted is particularly popular among teen drivers. While using a cellphone is a common form of driver...
Residents of and visitors to California can enjoy a lot of time on the water. Recreational boats abound, and they provide a variety of fun for all types of people. Recreational boats include a wide variety of watercraft, including yachts, wave runners, sailboats,...
