“Man’s best friend”, they say. Many families across America enjoy the fun and companionship of dogs and consider them to be more than just pets—they are part of the family. In so many ways, life can be so much...
Year: 2016
Sexual Assault Behind the Rehab Walls
Sexual assault is “any type of sexual contact that is non-consensual, including inappropriate touching, rape or attempted rape, child molestation, incest, voyeurism, exhibitionism, and sexual harassment.” It can happen...
Spike in Bite Injuries in California
Beware of dog.
While people visit emergency rooms for a wide array of illnesses or for injuries from any number of different accidents, one type of personal injury has...
Up in Vapor: The Anatomy of E-Cigarette Explosion Cases
Southern California storms contribute to hundreds of accidents
Winter is coming…in fact, for those in Los Angeles; winter may as well be here already given the abundance of rain we’ve been receiving. As is typical this time of year, new rains bring a slew of...
California law gives hope to rape, sexual assault victims
Victims of sexual assault already face a lifetime of repercussions from the assault itself. Some, like Carmen Daniels, are left to suffer the injustices of a system that, until now, deemed their injuries unfit for prosecution after 10 years.
Colombian Officials Say Crashed Plane Ran Out of Fuel
Families, friends and soccer fans across the world were rocked by the news of the plane crash just outside of Medellín that killed 71 of the 77 passengers, including most of the underdog Brazilian...
Pedestrian Deaths Plague California
More people are taking it to the streets, whether for walking or jogging, which is good news for the health conscious. The bad news is that pedestrian deaths are on the rise across the nation. In 2015, for example the number of...
Recovering Damages for Traumatic Brain Injuries
Individuals who suffer traumatic brain injuries are often left with lingering pain and suffering as well as emotional and financial burdens. In some cases, victims nay require lifelong care. While there are many causes for...
The Perils of Highway 99
What is the most dangerous highway in California?
Let's face it: there's no escaping the need to drive in California, and with that comes the risk of deadly car crashes. While there are a number of causes for automobile accidents, many of which can...
Good News: Seat Belt Use Reaches New High
Seat belt use has reached an all-time high, according to a study recently released by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Approximately 90 percent of Americans now use their seat belts, which is a statistically significant increase from 88.5 percent...
Smartphones Could Help Prevent Distracted Driving
The government is asking smartphone makers to design their phones to discourage distracted driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a set of proposed guidelines for cell phone manufacturers to prevent drivers from using their phones while...
Father and Son Die in California Hiking Accident
What should have been an enjoyable camping trip turned tragic when a father and son died while hiking near a Northern California lake. Police officials reports that the pair were hiking along a trail by Shaver Lake when they suddenly...
Capsized Boat in San Francisco Bay May Have Been Overloaded
What can you do to protect yourself from boating accidents?
Sailing on San Francisco bay can be exhilarating. As afternoon approaches, winds steadily increase, making it a fun and exciting place for adventure-seeking family and friends. However, without following strict Coast Guard guidelines, boating on the bay can quickly become life...
LAPD Chief Charlie Beck Fractures Pelvis in Dirt Bike Accident
Broken bones are usually the furthest things from your mind as you tear downhill on your dirt bike. Unfortunately, recreational motorcycle accidents are far too common, and can be life-threatening.
Los Angeles Chief of Police Charlie Beck learned this lesson last week when he crashed his dirt bike on...
Bicyclist, 31, Killed In Crash With Car Near Soquel
Bicycling is a fantastic way to stay fit and enjoy the outdoors, especially in California, where cyclists enjoy premium cycling weather year-round. Unfortunately, when cars and cyclists collide, it is always the cyclist that loses, often faced with serious and life-threatening injuries.
Such was the case in Soquel this...
Child Abuse in the Closet
In most cases, this is a positive and true statement about the depth of a mother’s love, protection, and devotion to her children. Unfortunately, some children would be better off as far away from their mothers as possible....
Bike Accidents and How to Avoid Them
Many cyclists, especially those who ride for pleasure rather than commutation, try to ride through as few intersections as possible. Nonetheless, in spite of the fact that most bicycle accidents (59 percent) involve only the biker cyclists most frequently collide with...
Child Abuse in the Public Eye
Many Americans put celebrities on a pedestal and the couple formerly known as “Brangelina” are no exception. People obsess over the details of celebrities’ private lives—whether good or bad.
Recently, Hollywood power couple, Brad Pitt...
Don’t Let Nursing Home Residents Sign Away Their Rights
Nursing home neglect is all too common. The fact that millions of elderly dependent adults may be unknowingly signing away their constitutional rights to have their grievances settled by a civil jury has made the situation even more dire....