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Mishandling of Corpses: Your Right to Sue

The death of a loved one is by far one of the saddest and toughest experiences that we will ever go through. When a loved one passes, his or her body deserves to be treated with love, respect and dignity. They deserve to rest in peace. We expect that a funeral home, funeral directors, creamatoria and all of their staff members are going to care for our departed loved ones with the utmost sensitivity and care. We don’t expect them to add to our grief and emotional pain by mishandling the remains of our loved ones and causing emotional distress to those… Read More

Five Immediate Steps You Should Take After an Accident or Injury

You’re going to need the advice and representation of a personal injury attorney if you’re injured in California. Chances are, though, you’re not going to be hiring an attorney within the first few hours of the incident. So, with or without an attorney, here are Five Very Important Steps you should take immediately after an accident or injury. Step One: Don’t Discuss The Incident With the Other Party or Their Representative The other party, or their representative (usually an insurance company adjuster or investigator) may try to get to you to answer questions soon after the incident – oftentimes within hours. Statements that you make at… Read More

Underinsured Motorist Causes Injury. Now What?

Time and again people are severely injured in a car accident and the at-fault party has insurance but not enough insurance to compensate the victim. Well, if you’re the victim and have Uninsured Motorist Coverage in California then it becomes Underinsured Motorist Coverage. The legality and logistics of Underinsured Motorist Coverage can be quite tricky so you will want to consult a California Personal Injury lawyer in this regard. Basically, your car insurance provider “steps into the shoes” of the at-fault driver and, without increasing your premiums, affords you more coverage. Peggy Gets Rear-ended – Real Life Example My client, Peggy (not her real name), was minding her own business at a stop light when… Read More

Free Consultation With a California Personal Injury Lawyer

Being injured in a serious accident or losing a loved one due to negligence is an unexpected event that shakes your foundation right out from under you. I’m here to help you get through this traumatic, life-changing event. Our first meeting is the first step in determining your legal rights. You’ll have a lot of questions for me, I’ll have a lot of questions for you. In order to make the most of our first meeting together, I’ll be asking you to bring some things with you. I know that you may have all or none of what I request so don’t stress yourself. Once I’m representing… Read More

Motorcycle Helmets: California Personal Lawyer Says “Who Needs ‘Em?”

Hey, our brains are a good thing. For us to survive, we need them to stay undamaged. So there is a law in California designed for that purpose. In fact, California Vehicle Code Section 27803(a) requires that “a driver and any passenger shall wear a safety helmet meeting requirements established pursuant to Section 27802 when riding a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.” What’s the reasoning behind the law? Simple. Section (g) states “it is the intent of the Legislature to ensure that all persons are provided with an additional safety benefit while riding or operating a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.” Motorcycle helmets help protect your most valuable asset: Your Brain! A June… Read More

A California Personal Injury Lawyer’s Perspective on Accidents

A California personal injury case can take on many forms.  If you, or someone you love, has been injured in any one of the following situations, you may have a personal injury case worth pursuing. Assault Injuries Bicycle Accident Bus Accident Car Accident Dangerous Product Defective Product Dog Bite / Animal Attack Elevator / Escalator Accident False Arrest Medical Negligence Motorcycle Accident Nursing Home Neglect / Abuse Pedestrian Accident Railroad Crossing Accident Sexual Abuse Slip & Fall Accident Trip & Fall Accident Truck Accident Wrongful Death Call me to discuss whether you have a personal injury case.  Consultations are free and unlike a vicious dog,… Read More