There are many reasons a Trial Court may not allow attorneys to present evidence to Jurors—perhaps because it’s not relevant, because there’s no foundation, because it’s too prejudicial given the case.
California Code section 998 is a tool to promote settling cases. Albeit deep and nuanced, there are several aspects of section 998 that I want to discuss and how they play out in two court decisions: the 2019 decision in Licudine v.
This question comes in many times with California personal injury cases: if I’m injured from someone else (like in a car accident or car crash), can I get more compensation than the Defendant’s policy limit?
Time matters. And in the Law, certain time frames apply when an injury occurs to when a lawsuit must be filed. If you fall outside that “statute of limitations,” the Court may time-bar your claim which may leave you with no justice because you missed the deadline to file.
Being injured by a defective product can be a terrifying and unexpected experience. The steps you take after can significantly impact the success of your potential claim. After being hurt:
Get Medical CareYour health is the first priority.
The Elmiron® lawsuit grows as more individuals experiencing side effects of the drug come forward. Studies have found that some people who take Elmiron® (pentosan polysulfate sodium) have developed pigmentary maculopathy, a condition characterized by eye damage.
Elmiron® (pentosan polysulfate) is a medication used to treat interstitial cystitis, a condition that causes chronic pelvic discomfort and urinary problems. As it is the only drug approved by the FDA to treat the condition, an estimated 25 percent of the one million+ people in the U.S.
Clients often ask, “What is the value of my case?” It is a good question to ask a potential lawyer or law firm to help in picking the best representation for you.
