Dashboard Cameras Changing the Liability Landscape
Small dashboard cameras (dash cams) that record footage in front of the car and inside the car are garnering acclaim from U.S. drivers for a variety of reasons. A dash cam can sometimes clearly show who was at fault in an auto accident, enabling your attorney to build...
read moreA Deadly Mix of Distractions While Driving
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, distractions while driving can be broken down into three main types -- visual (in which you take your eyes off the road), manual (in which you take your hands off the wheel), and cognitive (in which you take your...
read moreStarting a Family
Starting a family…a lot to think about! Having a child, whether by birth or adoption, can be as meaningful as anything you will ever do. But as with any undertaking, preparation is key. Before the new family member arrives, find out to what extent a pregnancy will be...
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“Sexting”
Public Service Announcement: While Technology Changes, Laws Don’t Catch up! “Sexting” is a Crime! For you kids out there (and parents, too!), be aware that so-called “sexting” can be prosecuted as a felony offense in some states, which can result in jail time and...
read moreA Trust May Benefit Those with Special Needs
A disabled person unable to obtain or maintain a stable income due to their disability may be eligible to receive government assistance—e.g., Medicaid, subsidized housing, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), among others. Income must be under a certain level to...
read moreTractor-Trailer Rollover Accidents
Dangerous tractor-trailer rollover accidents which occur when a truck flips over while moving—are frighteningly common on our nation’s roadways. Because the wheels have left the ground, the vehicle is totally out of control. Other motorists on the roadway are in...
read moreCredit Cards after a Bankruptcy?
It may sound counterintuitive, but applying for and getting new credit cards after a bankruptcy can actually be a sound financial move – if you handle things smartly. Here’s why: The odds are good that your credit scores dropped quite a bit when you filed for...
read morePremises Liability
Anyone who owns, possesses or controls real property has a duty under the law to keep the premises reasonably safe. How this duty is met varies depending on the circumstances. We are experts at prosecuting premises liability claims and lawsuits. These cases present in...
read moreAuto Policy Coverage
Most people find out after it is too late whether there is enough insurance to properly compensate them in the event of an injury due to an auto accident. To avoid this pitfall, here is some information about a few of the many types of auto policy coverages available...
read moreProduct Liability Injuries
California law provides that someone who is harmed by a product that contains a manufacturing defect or design defect or for which there are insufficient use instructions or warnings is entitled to receive compensation from any entity that sold, distributed or...
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