Resources California Trial Attorneys
Secondary Complications After a Spinal Cord Injury
A severe spinal cord injury can change nearly every aspect of a person’s life. Damage to the spinal cord may affect movement, sensation, breathing, bladder and bowel function, and the body’s ability to regulate other essential processes. Even after the initial trauma has been treated, a person may face additional medical problems that require… Read More
Neonatal Seizures: When Can a Failure to Recognize Warning Signs Cause Preventable Harm?
Seizures in newborns can be difficult to recognize. Unlike seizures in older children or adults, neonatal seizures may involve subtle movements, brief changes in breathing, unusual eye movements, or episodes of unresponsiveness. Because a newborn cannot communicate what is happening, medical professionals must recognize concerning signs and determine whether urgent evaluation is needed. Neonatal… Read More
Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Construction Accident in California
Construction sites can expose workers and others to serious hazards, including falling objects, collapsing structures, dangerous machinery, and falls from heights. When a construction accident causes a death, surviving family members may have questions about who was responsible and whether they can pursue compensation. In California, responsibility for a fatal construction accident may extend… Read More
Who Is at Fault in a California Left-Turn Accident?
Left-turn accidents can cause serious injuries when a vehicle crosses the path of oncoming traffic. These collisions often happen at intersections when a driver misjudges another vehicle’s speed, fails to yield, or attempts to turn before the road is clear. Determining who is responsible is not always straightforward, particularly when drivers offer conflicting accounts… Read More
What Is a Life Care Plan in a Catastrophic Injury Case?
A catastrophic injury can change nearly every aspect of a person’s life, from the ability to work and live independently to the need for ongoing medical treatment and daily assistance. While emergency care and hospital bills can be substantial, the financial impact of a serious injury may continue for decades. Kalfayan Merjanian, LLP represents… Read More
When a Fatal Truck Accident Involves Multiple Liable Parties
A fatal truck accident can leave a family facing not only the loss of a loved one but also a complicated legal investigation into who was responsible. In many California truck crashes, liability extends beyond the person behind the wheel. A trucking company, vehicle owner, maintenance contractor, shipper, manufacturer, or another party may have… Read More
Preparing a Catastrophic Injury Case for Trial
Catastrophic injury cases are among the most complex personal injury claims to prepare and litigate. The injuries may permanently affect a person’s ability to work, live independently, and enjoy life, while the financial losses can extend for decades. At Kalfayan Merjanian, LLP, our California trial attorneys regularly litigate serious injury and wrongful death cases… Read More
How Weather Affects California Car Accident Claims
California drivers may have more reason than usual to pay attention to changing weather conditions this fall and winter. A strengthening El Niño is expected to influence California’s weather during the 2026–2027 season, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) currently projects an increased likelihood of above-normal precipitation across the state. The forecast… Read More
Whiplash: The Most Common Car Accident Injury
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries associated with car accidents. Although it is often described as a relatively minor neck injury, whiplash can cause significant pain, interfere with daily activities, require months of medical treatment, and in some cases lead to chronic symptoms. The injury can also be difficult to document because… Read More
Fetal Asphyxia: Causes, Birth Injuries, and Medical Negligence
Fetal asphyxia occurs when a fetus or newborn does not receive adequate oxygen because blood flow or gas exchange has been significantly impaired before, during, or immediately after birth. A prolonged or severe oxygen shortage can cause damage to the brain and other organs and may result in permanent disabilities. For families facing these… Read More