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Personal Injury
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has officially released its annual Elder Fraud Report for last year. The report shows that financial fraud against older adults has consistently risen in the past several years, putting their finances and retirements at risk. If you have an older loved one, you may be the only person who […]
Personal Injury
According to a recent California Appellate Court decision, California hospitals can officially be held liable for instances of maligious or negligent harm caused by their employees. This revolutionary decision should incentivize medical institutions to better protect vulnerable older patients. It’s particularly important because, according to AARP, as many as 2.1 million Americans are victims of […]
Employment Law
The global supply chain has been in the news frequently over the past two years. Most reports focus on how the pandemic has impacted various parts of the supply chain, particularly manufacturing plants and international transport. However, current global conditions affect much more than just the economy. When supply chains get tight, the consequences include […]
Personal Injury
There’s nothing quite like hitting the open road on a motorcycle during the summer. The freedom of taking your bike out on the road is unmatched. However, motorcycles also have their dangers. That’s why California enforces strict laws regarding road safety for riders like you. If you’re getting ready to take your bike out this […]
Personal Injury
You’ve probably heard the phrase “statute of limitations” before. However, it’s not immediately clear what a statute of limitations actually is. At its core, these statutes are periods during which you can take legal action for things like personal injury lawsuits. Keep reading to learn how they work and the deadlines for your personal injury […]
Personal Injury
The pandemic has affected every part of society, from how we work to how we spend our free time. It’s also affected how Americans drive, not in a good way. According to a recent report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2020 saw an estimated 38,680 fatal accidents on the roads, the most since […]
Personal Injury
The holidays are upon us. That means different things for different people. It could mean great food, vacations with family, or just some time off to rest. There’s one thing it means for everyone, though: an increased risk of accidents and injuries. The end of the year is full of unique opportunities for injuries related […]
Personal Injury
You probably know someone with a story about how they had a medical emergency, and a stranger stepped up to help. One of the best things about humanity is the urge to care for strangers. Good Samaritan laws are rules to protect kind-hearted people from legal action for helping someone else. Of course, sometimes, people […]
Personal Injury
It’s a common experience. You buy something that you expect to be a good investment, but when you get it home, it turns out to be broken. Maybe something went wrong when it was made, perhaps the basic design is flawed, or it just has dangers you didn’t expect. Regardless, the product isn’t usable, and […]
Personal Injury
If there’s one thing that’s more likely to cause someone to hurt another person, it’s alcohol. Drinking is well-known for its ability to lower people’s inhibitions and coordination, leading to problems like bar fights and drunk driving. In fact, these problems are so widely understood that there are laws in place that dictate who’s responsible […]
Personal Injury
Imagine this: you’re driving down the highway on your everyday commute. Traffic is heavy but no worse than usual. You’re driving next to a semi-truck, trying to pass when suddenly the truck starts weaving. The truck slams into the side of your car before you can brake then veers off the road. The cars behind […]
Employment Law
The app company Snapchat recently faced several civil lawsuits alleging that the app is causing car crashes by encouraging dangerous driving. The popular picture-based social media application isn’t the only distraction found on phones, of course. Other social media sites are tempting to many drivers, leading to distracted driving. However, Snapchat has something that Facebook […]
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