Resources California Trial Attorneys
Slip and Fall Accidents Caused by Poor Property Maintenance
Slip and fall accidents are often dismissed as minor mishaps, but they can cause devastating injuries. A fall on a wet grocery store floor, an uneven apartment walkway, or a broken sidewalk outside a business can result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken hips, fractures, and other serious conditions that require extensive… Read More
How Long Does It Take for Symptoms of Toxic Exposure to Appear?
One of the most confusing aspects of toxic exposure is that symptoms often do not appear right away. Unlike a broken bone or a burn, many illnesses caused by hazardous chemicals develop gradually. A person may be exposed to a toxic substance at work, at home, or in the environment for years before experiencing… Read More
Common Sources of Toxic Chemical Exposure in California
California is home to one of the largest and most diverse economies in the world. From agriculture and manufacturing to technology, shipping, construction, and energy production, millions of Californians work with or around chemicals every day. While many hazardous substances can be handled safely when proper precautions are taken, exposure to toxic chemicals can… Read More
Rear-End Collisions That Cause Catastrophic Injuries
Many people think of rear-end collisions as relatively minor accidents that result in little more than a damaged bumper and a sore neck. While low-speed crashes certainly occur every day, some rear-end collisions are among the most violent and devastating accidents on California roads. When a vehicle strikes another at highway speeds or when… Read More
Toxic Exposure at Work vs. Toxic Exposure at Home: What’s the Difference?
Toxic exposure can happen almost anywhere. Some people are exposed to hazardous chemicals while performing their jobs, while others encounter dangerous substances in their own homes through contaminated products, building materials, or environmental pollution. Although both types of exposure can lead to serious illnesses, the legal issues involved are often very different. Understanding whether… Read More
Dram Shop and Social Host Liability in California: When Can Someone Besides the Drunk Driver Be Liable?
When a drunk driver causes a serious accident, most people assume that the intoxicated driver is the only person who can be held legally responsible. Most of the time, that is true. However, in some limited situations under California law, a business or another individual who provided the alcohol may also face civil liability…. Read More
What Evidence Proves a Driver Was Intoxicated After a Serious Crash?
When a serious car, bicycle, or pedestrian accident raises suspicions that a driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, one of the first questions victims ask is whether intoxication can be proven. In some cases, the answer is straightforward because the driver is arrested for driving under the influence and law enforcement… Read More
Bicycle Accidents Caused by Drunk Drivers
Cyclists have the same right to use California’s roads as motorists, yet they remain among the most vulnerable people in traffic. When a driver gets behind the wheel after drinking, the consequences for a bicyclist can be catastrophic. Even a collision at relatively low speeds can result in life-altering injuries because cyclists have little… Read More
Common Insurance Company Defenses to Bicycle Accident Claims… and What to Do About Them
A serious bicycle accident can leave an injured cyclist facing expensive medical bills, lost income, physical pain, and months of recovery. Unfortunately, obtaining fair compensation is not always as simple as filing an insurance claim. Even when a driver’s negligence appears obvious, insurance companies often look for ways to reduce or deny the amount… Read More
Drunk Drivers Who Hit Pedestrians: Civil Claims Beyond the Criminal Case
A pedestrian struck by a drunk driver often suffers catastrophic or fatal injuries. Unlike occupants of passenger vehicles, pedestrians have little protection against the force of a collision. Broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, and wrongful death are tragically common outcomes when alcohol-impaired drivers strike people on foot. When… Read More