Bus Accidents in California: What To Do Now, Common Injuries, and How We Build Your Claim
Why bus cases are different (and why they can be strong) In California, bus operators that carry passengers for pay are common carriers and must use the “utmost care and diligence” for passenger safety—higher than the ordinary negligence standard. See California Civil Code § 2100 (plain-English copy on Justia) for the rule in exactly those […]
Can My Attorney Really Get $100,000 for a “Minor” Car Accident?
People are often surprised when a low-speed crash resolves for a large amount. Can a lawyer really reach $100,000 on a case with “minor” damage? Sometimes, yes. It depends on injuries, medical care, documentation, policy limits, and defense risk. Below is a plain-English guide to what moves value up or down. What actually drives settlement […]
How to Calculate Diminished Value in California—and How a Lawyer Can Raise Your Payout
When a crash goes on your car’s history, buyers take note. Even after good repairs, most cars sell for less. That drop is diminished value. It is the gap between your car’s value before the crash and after repairs. Below is a simple way to estimate your loss, better proof you can use, and how […]
The Unblinking Witness: How a Tiny Camera Can Prove Your Pedestrian Accident Case
When a vehicle strikes a person, the consequences are almost always catastrophic for the pedestrian. In the aftermath, the driver may claim “they came out of nowhere” or “I didn’t see them.” Without clear evidence, insurance companies will seize on this ambiguity to blame the victim and deny the compensation they desperately need for their […]
Man Killed in Lancaster Dog Mauling: A Legal Perspective on Owner Responsibility
LANCASTER, CA – A man has died after being mauled by two pit bulls in Lancaster. The incident occurred in a residential neighborhood where the victim was attacked by the dogs, which were reportedly not in their owner’s yard at the time. According to a news report from ABC7, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies responded […]
[NEWS] When Trust is Broken: Holding a Church Accountable for Staff Abuse
CChurches and religious organizations are supposed to be places of sanctuary and safety, especially for children. Families place an immense amount of trust in these institutions and their staff. When that trust is horrifically violated by a staff member who commits acts of sexual abuse, the devastation is profound. The recent arrest of a prominent […]
[NEWS] Massive Metro Bus Crash in Downtown LA Injures Several
A major multi-vehicle crash involving a Metro bus in Downtown Los Angeles left several people injured and caused significant traffic disruptions. According to initial news reports, the collision involved the bus and at least two other vehicles, with one car becoming pinned underneath the front of the bus. Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded to […]
[REPORT] Holding Youth Sports Organizations Accountable for Abuse
Parents enroll their children in sports with the expectation that they will be in a safe, supportive, and supervised environment. That trust is the bedrock of all youth athletics. When a coach exploits their position to abuse an athlete, it is a devastating betrayal. When the very organizations designed to protect those athletes fail to […]
A Car Accident While Pregnant: Why You Need Specialized Legal Representation
A car accident is a traumatic event for anyone, but for an expectant mother, it carries a unique and terrifying dimension of risk. The health and safety of your unborn child become the immediate, overwhelming priority. Even in what seems like a minor collision, the forces involved can have devastating consequences that are not immediately […]
[REPORT] How a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Can Hold a Drug Dealer Accountable
When a beloved public figure like Matthew Perry dies from a drug overdose, it sends a shockwave of grief through the community. But as the initial shock fades, questions of accountability begin to surface. When it is revealed that the fatal drugs were illegally supplied by another person, the tragedy becomes not just a matter […]