When you consider everything that makes up a construction site, from the heavy, powerful equipment to the power tools to the structures that are not always completed or secured, to the scaffolding, open pits, all the people moving around – it’s easy to see that this...
Being bitten by a dog can be painful but it can be a lot more than that. It can be a psychologically traumatizing experience and can lead to permanent scars and / or disfigurement. If you were bit by a dog that was not yours and the bite was not your fault, then we...
Despite increases in safety features on California cars, traffic fatalities are actually on the rise. There are many reasons this may be true, but experts often site distracted driving as one of the biggest causes of the increase in fatal car accidents. Recently a...
There’s good news and bad news for people who’ve suffered from a whiplash injury. The bad news is that the insurance company is not likely to offer you the compensation you deserve without a fight. They are counting on the fact that whiplash injuries can be difficult...
It’s hard to imagine a situation more traumatic than losing a limb or any other body part. Not only is there the physical pain to deal with, but it’s often coupled with emotional distress that comes along with losing something and adjusting to life without the limb....
You’d be hard pressed to find an occupation that doesn’t come with some risk of injury, whether it’s the result of job injuries related to accidents, occupation exposure to hazardous substances, repetitive motions, etc. The goal of workers’ compensation insurance to...
If you live in an apartment building or condo property that has more than 14 units and your landlord is not paying attention to health codes, then you may need the help of an experienced attorney. The reality is that most landlords have one priority: Making money. As...
If you’ve suffered from any type of injury, disability, or illness that has already kept you out of work for over a year or likely will, then you may qualify for benefits. Known as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), these benefits are meant to help ensure...
There’s nothing good about being the victim of discrimination at work. It often leads to feelings of powerlessness and fear. If your employer doesn’t seem to take your complaint serious or hasn’t done anything about it, then it may be time to contact an employment...
Employers can be held liable for drunk driving accidents that occur after work, if they provided the alcohol. In general, employers have liability for car accidents caused by their employees only when those accidents occur within the scope of employment. This is true...
