Spinal cord injuries are the leading cause of paralysis in the United States. Approximately 291,000 people in the U.S. live with a spinal cord injury, with about 17,730 new cases of spinal cord injuries each year. Motor vehicle crashes and falls account for roughly 71 percent of spinal cord injuries.
Accident victims who...
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Los Angeles Doctor Could Lose Medical License for Prescribing Marijuana
As reported by The Los Angeles Times, a Hollywood doctor prescribed a 4-year old boy marijuana cookies as a treatment for bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The California medical board alleges that Dr. William Eidelman, who practices natural medicine, recommended the marijuana cookies to the boy’s father to control temper...
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Man Choked by Los Angeles Firefighter to Get $7.4 Million
As reported by The Los Angeles Times, a man who was attacked and choked unconscious was awarded $7.4 million in a civil case. The lawsuit relates to an attack on Halloween 2015 in the Chatsworth area involving a 22-year old man, two off-duty firefighters, and three other men. The lawsuit highlights the importance...
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Is The 737Max Safe To Fly?
Boeing is expected to face significant legal liability because of the issues related to the 737 Max 8 airplanes. Lawsuits by families who lost loved ones in airplane crashes and airlines who have lost significant revenue from the grounding of the 737 Max 8 planes could cripple the airplane manufacturer. Boeing...
Should I talk to the Insurance Company After an Accident?
There are several things that an individual should do after a motor vehicle accident in California. Calling 911 to report the traffic accident, seeking medical attention, and reporting the crash to their insurance company are just three of the steps that accident victims should take after a car accident. However, what should...
The Honda CRV Seat Belt Issue – What You Need to Know
Honda has had a few claims against it for defective or faulty seat belts. In one case, a woman drowned because she could not get her seat belt undone after a car accident. That case was reversed on appeal. In another recent case involving a seat belt, a jury awarded...
Pedestrian Deaths Are on the Rise – How You Can Protect Yourself
Pedestrian fatalities experienced a steady decline from 1990 through 2009, according to a report by the GHSA. However, after 2009, the number of pedestrian deaths began to rise again. The number of pedestrians killed in motor vehicle accidents in 2018 is expected to be the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in...
Design Flaw Makes E-cigarettes Dangerous
Vaping devices and e-cigarettes have become increasingly popular, especially among teens and young adults. However, these devices can cause catastrophic injuries and deaths. Some of the problems arise from defects in the design of the product, batteries used in the products, or the potential harm to a person’s health. Below are three...
Who is Liable for Injuries From Rideshare Scooters?
You may have seen electric scooters around your city and wondered why these scooters are just lying around in random places throughout town. These rideshare scooters are becoming increasingly popular in cities throughout the United States, including California. Unfortunately, because injuries and deaths associated with these electric scooter accidents appear to...
JNY Assists in Obtaining $1.9 Million Verdict For Motorist Injured in Distracted Driver Collision
PSB OBTAINS $1.9 MILLION VERDICT FOR MOTORIST INJURED IN DISTRACTED DRIVER COLLISION
A San Diego County Superior Court jury has awarded $1,957,500 to a man who suffered a back injury after his pick-up truck was struck by another vehicle whose driver was distracted and ran a red light at an intersection. Plaintiffs were represented...
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Is Your Child the Victim of School Sexual Assault?
School is supposed to be a safe, nurturing place for our children. Many parents work hard to ensure their children have access to the best schools that will position their children well for future success in life. Unfortunately, school can also be the source of incredible personal injury
Who Is Responsible When Your Child is Seriously Injured in an Athletic Event?
If you have a child, it is likely that they are involved in some sort of athletic activity, whether through school or some other recreational sporting club. Sports are a great way for kids to stay healthy, learn valuable social skills, practice commitment and discipline, and have fun. However, they also...
Injured in a Hit and Run? Know Your Rights!
What’s worse than being injured in a car accident? When the driver who is at fault speeds off, leaving you in pain and with questions about who is going to pay for your injuries. If you are the victim of a hit and run car accident, you likely have many questions...
Is Your Loved One the Victim of Nursing Home Abuse?
For many families, nursing homes are an invaluable asset. We sleep a little easier at night knowing that trained staff are ensuring loved ones’ end of lives are as comfortable as possible. Unfortunately, nursing homes do not always provide the level of care our loved ones deserve. Nursing home abuse is...
Is Your Employer Liable for an Injury Caused by their Employee?
Each year, many employees are injured on the job, and each year we receive many questions from employees wondering if they “really” deserve compensation for their injury. After all, it’s part of the job, right? Wrong. Whether your job involves heavy construction or pushing paper is irrelevant to whether or not...
How Sexual Assault Victims Can Use a Civil Lawsuit to Get Justice
Sexual assault is a heinous crime that can impact victims for the rest of their lives. As the #MeToo movement has illustrated, it is a disturbingly common and growing problem that affects many of us. Unfortunately, even in 2019, the criminal justice system does not always...
Can You Sue for Police Brutality or Misconduct? Yes!
Law enforcement officers have a dangerous job, and they do incredible work to keep our communities safe. The men and women on the front lines of fighting crime deserve the utmost respect and our gratitude for the difficult and necessary actions they must take every day. While the overwhelming majority of...
Catastrophic Semi-Truck Injury? We Will Fight for You
California is a big state with many highways and a bustling commercial road transit sector. This means that there are a significant amount of 18-wheelers, or semi-trucks, on the road in the state every day. These are heavy trucks, and when you are involved in an accident with one of them the result is...
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In a Car Accident Over the Holidays? J&Y Law Can Help!
Many of us hit the road over the holidays to visit friends and family, attend work gatherings, or simply take in the sights and sounds of the season. California’s rate of car accidents is already quite high, but when you add in the increased holiday traffic, that usually means increased accidents and increased injuries....
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Johnson & Johnson Talc Powder Lawsuits: What You Need to Know
You have probably seen Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder in the news recently, and for all the wrong reasons. Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder is one of the leading baby powders in the market, and has been for decades. It has been used on and by most everyone in the United States at some...
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