Monthly Archives: November 2020
5 Most Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in California
When you assist a loved one in choosing a nursing home in California, you trust the facility to comply with its contractual and legal duties to provide protection, safety, and proper care. It is horrific to think that an assisted living center would shirk these obligations, but abuse and neglect are common in these… Read More »
How Right of Way Rules Affect California Auto Collisions
No matter how long you have been driving, some rules of the road are so basic that they are ingrained in your memory and you do not need reminders. You know to follow the speed limit, come to a full stop on red, always use a blinker when turning, and other laws designated in… Read More »
Your Rights as the Victim of a California DUI Accident
Even though every US state prohibits drunk driving and public awareness campaigns warn of the dangers, there are still many motorists who get behind the wheel while intoxicated. Data reported by the California Office of Traffic Safety Annual Report 2019 reveals that drunk drivers are a top cause of fatal accidents every year, accounting… Read More »
4 Quick Facts About the Jones Act and Seaman’s Injuries
There can be no question that the maritime industry is one of the top performing market sectors in California. According to the Transportation Institute, a non-profit that promotes education and information about maritime research education, California ranks fourth among all US states in terms of maritime employees at more than 51,450 workers. The downside… Read More »
What To Do After Being Injured in a Bicycle Accident in California
When you are riding your bike and noting the size of the motorized vehicles whizzing by, you certainly appreciate that you could be seriously hurt in the event of a crash. However, you may not be as well-versed on what to do if you are involved in a bicycle accident. It is understandable that… Read More »
GHSA Study Reveals Dangers for Backseat Passengers in California Car Accidents
Automakers have applied numerous advancements in technology in their goal to make vehicles safer than ever, but a report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) reveals that the risks for backseat passengers are often overlooked. Two key factors are at the forefront of the issue: People riding in the backseat are less… Read More »