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Premises Liability: An Owner’s Duty to an Invitee and a Licensee

December 21, 2015 by

Property owners whose properties are open to the public, or to guests, have certain duties to people who come onto their land or into their buildings.  The duty of taking care of a property can also extend to a renter or possessor, if they are responsible for taking care of the space.  When an injury occurs on a property, the victim must show there was a dangerous condition, the property owner had a duty to correct or warn about the condition, and the property owner's … [Read more...]

Can Reshaping Los Angeles Roads Reduce Car and Pedestrian Accident Risks?

December 15, 2015 by

Los Angeles has long been an automobile-focused city, but trends may be shifting.  As the LA Times reports, city leaders have endorsed a sweeping policy designed to rework some of the main boulevards to make them more accessible for buses, bicycles and pedestrians.  This, in turn, will leave less room for motor vehicles. The new mobility plan is creating controversy.  Transit advocates and the growing bicyclist and pedestrian community are excited about the changes, but opponents … [Read more...]

Free Report: Are Punitive Damages Awarded for Construction Accidents?

December 14, 2015 by

Under the law in the state of California, workers are not generally permitted to sue their employers for injuries sustained on-the-job.  This includes injuries occurring at construction sites.  Employers can be sued for intentional wrongdoing that falls outside of the workers' compensation framework, but otherwise workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy.  An employee injured on-the-job may obtain workers' compensation benefits without proving negligence--and may obtain benefits even in the … [Read more...]

What Are The New Drunk Driving Accident Risks?

December 9, 2015 by

New studies from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have some good news and some bad news.  While the number of drivers with alcohol in their system has declined since 2007, the number of drivers with marijuana or other drugs has gone up.  The mixed results from the study show there is still a very serious risk that some motorists are driving while impaired. Drunk Driving Accident Risks in Long Beach The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has conducted a … [Read more...]

Signing A Release Of Liability After a Car Accident Could Cost You Thousands

December 8, 2015 by

After an auto accident, the insurance company may pressure you to sign a release of liability.  Whether you are making a claim with your own insurer or against another driver's insurance, you could find yourself with an insurance adjuster putting a release of liability form in front of you. Before you sign this form, or any other paperwork from an insurer, you should talk with a Long Beach car accident lawyer.  Releasing the insurer and the other driver of liability too soon … [Read more...]

Free Report: What Is a Defective Product Liability Claim in California?

December 7, 2015 by

California and the federal government have many laws designed to protect the safety of consumers. Several federal agencies are charged with enforcing rules and regulations and with initiating or overseeing recalls when products turn out to be dangerous. Manufacturers have obligations to consumers under these state and federal laws, and must make sure they conduct necessary testing before their products are released to the marketplace. Manufacturers make promises about the safety of their … [Read more...]

4 Types of Experts Who Can Help Win Your Slip and Fall Case

December 3, 2015 by

When you are hurt in a slip and fall accident, you can make a claim to obtain compensation.  Hiring a lawyer is a smart option because your lawyer can assist with all the legal steps you need to make your case. One of the most important things an attorney can do is to connect you with a network of experts who can help you win your slip and fall case.  Putting expert witnesses on the stand can make a big difference in whether a jury awards you compensation, and can affect the … [Read more...]

You Can Make A Claim Even if You Were Partly at Fault for an Auto Accident

December 2, 2015 by

Many people wrongly assume they are not entitled to compensation if they are partly at fault for an auto accident.  Just because an accident victim shares the blame for an accident does not mean he or she cannot pursue a case for monetary damages. California has what is called comparative fault rules that allow injured accident victims to receive compensation even when they are partially to blame for a car crash. Cases where an injured victim is partly at fault for an auto accident can be … [Read more...]

Premises Liability: What Do You Need to Prove to Win Your Case?

November 19, 2015 by

In a typical premises liability case, an injured accident victim must prove the property owner was negligent in living up to his legal standard of care.  The victim (plaintiff) has the duty of showing the owner (defendant) failed to correct or warn about a dangerous condition the defendant knew about or reasonably should have known existed.  There are different kinds of evidence that can show a condition was dangerous and that the property owner was liable for the victim's accident injuries. In … [Read more...]

Car Accidents: Just How Many Negligent Drivers Are There On The Roads?

November 18, 2015 by

Drivers who are serious about road safety can reduce their risk of a motor vehicle accident, but they cannot control the behavior of others on the road.  Car accidents can happen anytime and anywhere if a driver violates safety rules or makes careless choices that endangers everyone. Recently, Forbes published an article taking a closer look at just how often an individual driver is likely to become involved in a car accident.  These statistics can help you better understand your … [Read more...]