SUVs are the most popular car in the United States. Sadly, they are more prone to rollovers and are responsible for 30% of all road accident passenger deaths in the country. Thankfully, you can reduce the likelihood of your SUV rolling...
California Financial Elder Abuse Instances Grow More Common
Q: How do you prove a financial elder abuse case?
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For the past 30 years, senior citizens have been flocking to California in record numbers. Unfortunately, California elder abuse attorneys have reason to be concerned for the safety of this fastest-growing segment of the...
Deadly “Flame-jetting” Claims Thousands of Lives Annually
Q: Can I sue if I get burned when a flammable liquid’s vapors ignite?
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Although it's a nationwide danger, the warm climate and active lifestyle in California likely increases the risk that its residents could be victims of a deadly phenomenon known as flame-jetting.
Flame-jetting occurs...
Dirty Secrets: Sexual Assault in California’s Schools
Q: Who is responsible for personal injury suffered from a sexual assault in school?
We've heard the “by-gone days” stories of parents and grandparents reflecting on their school years and how hard they had it– –having to walk miles back-and-forth to school without shoes. But...
What Are The Most Common Swimming Pool Accidents?
On a hot California day, sometimes there’s nothing better than relaxing by the pool. But as wonderful as the sparking water can be, it can also be incredibly dangerous. For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that about 10 Americans die every...
Who Is Liable in California for Uneven Sidewalks?
Who Is Liable in California for Uneven Sidewalks?
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Sidewalks are often heavily used in California cities, towns, and neighborhoods, as pedestrians use them to travel to and from work, school, home and hobbies. Unfortunately, many slip and fall or trip and fall accidents occur each year...
California Boy Injured in Water Slide Accident
What are my rights if I am injured at a water park?
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Investigations are currently underway following the injury of a ten-year-old California boy at a waterpark in Dublin. The boy was injured while riding a slide known as the Emerald Plunge, which features an 80-degree drop. Witnesses report that the...
Can I Get Punitive Damages in a California DUI Lawsuit?
When a person is injured by a drunk driver, they may bring a lawsuit against the driver to seek damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses related to the car accident. This lawsuit is a civil claim, which is handled separately—and...
Uber’s Driverless Truck Unit Is Under Government Investigation Following Unapproved Tests
Who Is Liable When a Driverless Truck Injures Others?
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Just as driverless cars are expected to revolutionize day-to-day errands and commutes, driverless trucks are expected to revolutionize the shipping and commercial trucking industries. However, the arrival of driverless trucking may have faced a setback, not from a driverless
When Airbags Kill: Understanding Automobile Product Liability Cases
Updated August 29, 2023
When individuals acquire a vehicle, whether through purchase, lease, or rental, the last thing on their minds is that a component designed to safeguard their lives could potentially become a source of danger. Yet, this unsettling scenario unfolded in a series of tragic events involving defective airbags. J&Y Law,...
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Lights Out for Bright Futures?
Q: Is a school responsible for training its workers in how to properly work with the special needs population?
The future looks anything but bright for a privately-operated, publicly-funded special needs school barred by the California Department of Education from taking on new students a few months after an...
Car Accidents Remain Top Cause of Child Deaths
How can I protect my child from serious injury in a car accident?
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Car accidents remain the number one cause of unintentional injury and death in children under the age of 15. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that between the years 2010 and 2014, close to 3,000...
iPhone’s New “Do Not Disturb” Feature Could Save Lives
What are my rights if I have been injured by a texting driver in California?
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Apple recently released several new software features at its Worldwide Developer’s Conference. One of these features could potentially save thousands of lives each year. Apple plans to release an iOS that will include a feature known...
(Un)Safe on 17?
Staggering increases in California car accidents on a stretch of Highway 17 of 34% in just a single year – – from 664 to 983 collisions--have sent local officials scrambling for fast and effective solutions.
For almost 20 years, a "coalition of three...
A Wrongful Death Lawsuit Checklist
Q: Who can sue for wrongful death?
When somebody mentions a personal injury lawsuit, most people have an idea of what that entails. They know somebody was hurt by someone or something and is suing for financial compensation for their injuries which could include medical...
The Importance of a Post-Accident Investigation
Q: How are the cause of an accident and the basis of a lawsuit determined?
When is an accident just an accident and when is it somebody's fault?
Whether the victim of an automobile accident has grounds for a personal injury action (or...
20 Year Old Organ Donor Mom Killed in Crash Leaves Baby Girl Behind
Q: Does the baby of a deceased car accident victim have a claim for wrongful death?
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When someone is killed as a result of the negligence, product liability, or intentional actions of another person or entity, a wrongful death lawsuit can help close surviving family members...
Uber Battles on Defending Workers’ “Independent Contractor” Status
Is Uber liable for personal injuries caused by its drivers’ negligence?
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California Uber and Lyft ride-sharing accident attorneys have been following a San Francisco case against Uber regarding driver classification and the impact the outcome may have not just in the context of labor law, but...
Which Came First The Broken Sidewalk or the Broken Bone?
Q: Can I sue if I trip and fall on a cracked sidewalk?
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"Step on a crack, break your mamas back." This twisted sidewalk game was once played by kids who joyfully leapt over cracks in the sidewalk in an effort not to curse their poor mothers with a...
Top 5 Ways to Avoid Swimming Pool Accidents This Summer
Swimming in a pool is one of the best ways to relax and enjoy the summer. Unfortunately, a lot of accidents occur at swimming pools. According to the CDC, over 3,500 people drown each year. Around 20% of these deaths are those who are 14 years old and younger.
Swimming pool accidents can involve...
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