A Canadian court ruled Friday that victims of a 2018 shooting in Toronto have a viable legal claim of negligence against gun maker Smith & Wesson Corp. for failing provide safeguards on the gun used by the shooter. YOU CAN READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE!
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Judicial Council to Consider Allocating $25 Million to Address Case Delays Due to COVID-19
The Judicial Council at its Jan. 22 meeting will consider a plan to distribute the second half of the one-time $50 million included in the 2020 Budget Act to help address case delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. YOU CAN LEARN MORE HERE!
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COVID 19
New lawsuit filed against PacifiCorp alleging negligence in Slater fire
According to Oregonlive, there is a new lawsuit filed against PacifiCorp alleging negligence in Slater fire. Another group of home and business owners – this time victims of the Slater fire in Northern California and Southern Oregon – have filed a lawsuit alleging PacifiCorp was negligent in failing to maintain its transmission lines and de-energize them in … Continue reading New lawsuit filed against PacifiCorp alleging negligence in Slater fire →
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Catastrophic Fire, Personal Injury Law
One person killed in multi-vehicle Bay Bridge collision
According to SFGATE – A passenger of a motorcycle died at the scene of a multiple-vehicle collision on the Bay Bridge on Sunday, California Highway Patrol said. As a result of the collision, two lanes of eastbound I-80 east of the Treasure Island tunnel were shut down for hours Sunday evening, causing major delays. According to CHP, … Continue reading One person killed in multi-vehicle Bay Bridge collision →
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Motorcycle Accidents
Does the Breed of the Dog Matter in a Dog Bite Case?
Over 4 million people in America are attacked and bitten by dogs every year. There were 392 deaths resulting from dog attacks reported between 2005 and 2016 in the country and California ranked second in dog bite fatalities. Dog bites can result in serious injuries no matter what breed of dog attacks you. Dog attacks … Continue reading Does the Breed of the Dog Matter in a Dog Bite Case? →
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Dog Bites, Personal Injury Law
Important Tips for Recording Videos and Taking Photos after an Accident
No one gets behind the wheel thinking that they will be involved in a car accident. However, accidents do happen even to the most careful drivers. In fact, the simple act of driving on a public road in California puts you at great risk of being involved in an accident. The state is amongst those … Continue reading Important Tips for Recording Videos and Taking Photos after an Accident →
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Accident Law, Car Accident Law
Hit by an Emergency Vehicle – Here’s What to Do
The sight of an ambulance, fire engine or police car speeding down the road with blaring sirens is often a sign of an emergency. These vehicles speed to scene of tragedies where they save lives or help people in distress. It ought to be a relief to see these vehicles knowing that they are helping … Continue reading Hit by an Emergency Vehicle – Here’s What to Do →
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Accident Law, Personal Injury Law
5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
The question many people ask is when they should hire a personal injury lawyer. If you have been injured in an accident like a car crash or collision, a motorcycle or bike wreck, a slip and fall incident or any other kind of accident, you may be wondering whether it is necessary to hire a … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer →
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Personal Injury Law
3 Important Points to Note If You Are in Involved in a Car Accident
If you are involved in a car accident, getting things right and avoiding mistakes can help you get the compensation that you deserve. Even if you are at fault, taking the right steps can help you avoid a harsh penalty. It all starts with knowing who to call, ensuring that all the appropriate evidence is … Continue reading 3 Important Points to Note If You Are in Involved in a Car Accident →
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Car Accident Law
A Car Accident Lawyer’s Guide on What You Should Do after an Accident
More than 6 million car accidents happen every year in the United States. While some accidents are fender benders, involving little or no injury, others are collisions or crashes that result in notable injury or property damage. In the unfortunate event that you are involved in a car accident, you need to know the steps … Continue reading A Car Accident Lawyer’s Guide on What You Should Do after an Accident →
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Car Accident Law, Personal Injury Law