[NEWS] Big rig trailer sparks brush fire in the San Fernando Valley, snarls traffic on the 5 Freeway: what drivers and nearby businesses should know
A big rig trailer sparked a brush fire along the 5 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley, slowing traffic and drawing a fast response from firefighters. KTLA posted an on-scene clip titled “Big rig sparks brush fire in San Fernando Valley, snarls traffic on 5 Freeway.” You can reference their coverage here: KTLA video report […]
More Than “Just a Sprain”: How to Prove Your Soft Tissue Injury is Serious
You were in a car accident. You felt the jolt, and in the hours and days that followed, an intense, deep pain set into your neck, back, or shoulders. You go to the emergency room, but the X-rays come back “normal.” The doctor tells you that you have a “soft tissue injury”—a sprain or a […]
Temecula I-15 Fiery Crash Kills Four, Including Teens: What Families Should Know
According to early reports from regional outlets, a two-vehicle collision on southbound I-15 near Winchester Road in Temecula led to a vehicle fire and multiple fatalities on Saturday night. Good Samaritans reportedly pulled the BMW driver from the burning vehicle. Two teens and a 23-year-old passenger in that vehicle were pronounced dead at the scene, […]
Who’s at Fault in a California Car Accident? The 10 Most Common Crashes, Explained by the Vehicle Code
First things first: how fault really works in CA California uses pure comparative negligence—each driver’s share of blame reduces their recovery (the court can split fault 0–100%). That rule comes from Li v. Yellow Cab Co. and the general duty to use ordinary care under Civil Code §1714. Tip: A traffic ticket helps, but it […]
California Bullying Laws: What Counts, What Schools Must Do, and How Families Can Protect Their Rights
Quick take What schools must do (Seth’s Law + UCP) Districts must publish how to report, require staff to intervene when safe, and follow a set timeline to investigate and resolve complaints under the Safe Place to Learn Act (§234, §234.1). Use the Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP) to report discrimination/harassment/intimidation/bullying: the California Department of Education […]
Burbank “Butt-Sniffer” Re-Arrested: What Happened, the Timeline, and What Victims Can Do in California
The latest: Burbank re-arrest after a similar July case KTLA reported that Burbank police re-arrested Calese Carron Crowder, 38, after yet another “butt-sniffing” incident inside a local store, noting the arrest happened Wednesday night; the agency had not immediately released the store name or booking sheet. KTLA summarized the update on its social feed here: […]
The E-Scooter Boom: Why a Fun Ride Can Lead to a Serious Lawsuit
Electric scooters and e-bikes have transformed how we navigate our cities. They offer a convenient, affordable, and fun way to get around. But this convenience has come at a steep cost. A recent, alarming study from UC San Francisco (UCSF) reveals that injuries from these “micromobility” devices are soaring across the country. The comprehensive study, […]
When Police Use Deadly Force: Holding Law Enforcement Accountable
When a police officer uses deadly force, the consequences are irreversible and devastating for the victim’s family. While officers are granted the authority to use force, that authority is not unlimited. When a life is taken unjustifiably, the civil justice system provides a powerful path for families to seek accountability and compensation. A recent settlement […]
A Crosswalk is a Safety Zone. So Why Are Pedestrians Still in Danger?
As a pedestrian, you are taught that a crosswalk is a safe haven. You have the right of way, and drivers are legally required to stop for you. Yet, thousands of pedestrians are catastrophically injured or killed each year by drivers who fail to yield. This is especially true at night or in low-light conditions […]
How Trucking Crash Cases Really Work (and What to Do to Win Yours)
1) Spot issues early—before your case goes sideways Trucking cases live under a federal rules umbrella. Start by checking the hours-of-service (HOS) limits and log compliance in the FMCSA summary (property-carrying drivers) to spot fatigue and scheduling problems: FMCSA HOS overview. Run the carrier and unit through federal safety databases: the SAFER Company Snapshot for […]