Being in a car accident is stressful enough, but when the other party involved flees the scene, things can get even more stressful and difficult to deal with. Known as “hit and run” accidents, these types of incidents occur once every 43 seconds in the United States, according to a report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
Nunez v. City of Redondo Beach, filed 7/27/22.
Tripping or slipping and falling can be one of the most devastating events to happen to you. The force from the height and speed of the fall, and how you fall, can seriously injure you.
Dram shop laws were created to hold establishments and social hosts that serve alcohol liable for the harm caused by over-serving. For example, if a bar failed to cut off service to an individual who was clearly inebriated, who then drove and crashed into another car, the bar may be partially liable for any injuries and property damage.
The steps you take after a slip-and-fall accident in a restaurant can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. Although you may be in pain and feeling overwhelmed, try to keep the following tips in mind.
Montes v. Young Men’s Christian Association of Glendale
Per California law, when you own a property and know or should know of a dangerous condition, you may have a duty to warn of this condition.
By Eric Ganci
Rycz v. Superior Court of San Francisco
In San Diego, and I assume every other county and court in California…probably the United States, our Courts have taken to the use of video-conferencing instead of in-person hearings.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act was passed on August 2, 2022. This bill now allows those who suffered harm as a result of exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune to sue for financial damages.
In California (and many others states), if someone hurts you, you can make a claim for medical expenses in addition to general pain and suffering. This medical care may be direct emergency care at the hospital, but it may also be home attendant care.
