Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized With Broken Back After New Hampshire Crash: What LA Drivers Should Know About Rear-End Collisions
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani was hospitalized after a rear-end crash on Interstate 93 in Manchester, New Hampshire on Saturday night. Reports say he suffered a fractured thoracic vertebra and other injuries after the SUV he was riding in was struck from behind at high speed. See coverage from KTLA, Reuters, and New […]
“I Didn’t See the Motorcycle”: Why This Common Excuse is No Defense
For motorcyclists, the freedom of the open road comes with a constant, heightened state of awareness. They know they are less visible than other vehicles and ride accordingly. Unfortunately, they are still at the mercy of car and truck drivers who fail to share the road safely. When a crash occurs, the most common and […]
Everyone is a Pedestrian: What to Do When a Walk Turns Tragic
Whether you are walking to your car, crossing the street to a restaurant, or out for a jog, at some point every day, everyone is a pedestrian. We rely on drivers to be vigilant and on our public infrastructure to keep us safe. Yet, the reality is that our roads are incredibly dangerous for those […]
A Choice, Not an “Accident”: Holding Drunk Drivers Accountable
When a driver gets behind the wheel after drinking, they make a conscious decision to endanger every single person on the road. The result is not an “accident”—it is a predictable and preventable act of negligence. The devastation caused by this choice is staggering, and the statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) […]
Police Reopen Case Into Death of 4-Year-Old After Arrests of Religious Group Leaders
Colton police say they are reviewing new leads in the 2010 death of a 4-year-old boy who had been placed in the temporary custody of the Inland Empire religious organization known as His Way Spirit Led Assemblies. The development follows reporting that leaders of the group were recently arrested amid broader missing person investigations in […]
Rosemead Youth Baseball Brawl: What Parents, Players, and Leagues Need to Know
What happened in Rosemead? Video from a weekend youth tournament at Rosemead Park Fields shows a coach confronting an umpire after a disputed call, followed by both men trading punches as families and players looked on. Prosecutors have since filed charges against both participants. If you or your child were hurt, what claims might apply? […]
How Safe Are Your Streets? What California’s Official “Score Card” Reveals About Your Accident Risk
Every day, you drive, walk, or bike on the streets of your community, trusting that they are reasonably safe. But have you ever wondered how your city or county actually stacks up when it comes to traffic safety? The State of California provides an official and often sobering answer. The California Office of Traffic Safety […]
Grocery Store Injuries in California: Falls in Aisles or Bathrooms, Incident Reports, and Proving Notice
If you slipped in a grocery store aisle or bathroom, you’re not alone. These areas collect leaks, tracked-in water, and product spills. California law holds stores to a duty of reasonable care to keep customers safe. They must inspect, fix hazards, or warn you. The key issue: “notice” To win a premises case, you prove […]
Bed Bugs, Proof & Payouts: Exactly What To Do Now—And When a Lawyer Makes Them Act
Bed bugs are back in the headlines—here’s why it matters Recent coverage shows bed bugs turning up in public, high-traffic places: Takeaway: Bed bugs hitchhike. Early action and clean proof make or break claims. Your 10-minute action plan (do this now) Why wooden chairs made the news The Ala Moana reports pointed to wooden chair […]
Understanding the Dynamics of a Rollover Accident
In the world of vehicle collisions, no event is more violent or more likely to be fatal than a rollover. When a vehicle flips, the occupants are subjected to complex, multi-directional forces and the risk of being ejected, making it one of the most dangerous types of crashes on the road. Understanding what makes these […]