Swimming pool accidents occur more often than most people realize. In the US, drowning is the fifth-leading cause of death by unintentional injury, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Among children one to four, drowning deaths occur most often in home swimming pools. If you own a swimming pool in California, you…
Read MoreAll states require some form of proof of financial responsibility before a driver can operate a motor vehicle on public property. Financial responsibility is an assurance that the driver can pay for the bodily injuries and/or property damage caused by an auto accident. In most states, including California, proof of financial responsibility comes in the…
Read MoreYou pay every month to maintain car insurance. It may come as a surprise, therefore, when your insurer does everything it can to avoid paying you for a claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies protect their profitability by minimizing how much they pay claimants. You may encounter one or more of the following tactics from an insurance…
Read MoreA wrongful death claim is a type of lawsuit that can be brought in California when someone dies as a result of another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing. It is a civil suit, not a criminal case against the defendant. While a criminal conviction for manslaughter or murder punishes a defendant through sentencing, a…
Read MoreBeing the victim of a dog attack can change your life. Serious dog bite injuries can cause substantial pain and suffering, as well as permanent scarring and disfigurement. You may need to spend thousands of dollars in medical bills alone to recover. Understanding California’s dog bite laws can help you protect your rights as a…
Read MoreIf you get injured in a car accident in California, the law may entitle you to financial compensation for various losses. This can include an award for your noneconomic losses, such as pain and suffering. Pain and suffering is a complicated aspect of car accident law. You may need assistance from a Los Angeles car…
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