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July 20, 2023 | Tips & Information

California Comparative Negligence: Assigning Fault in Personal Injury Cases

It’s normal to feel bothered when you witness something unfair. Even from a very young age, most human beings develop a sense of fair play. We divide the cookies evenly …

July 18, 2023 | Tips & Information

Injury Prevention in the Workplace: Staying Safe Is Better for Everyone

California law (Section 3700 of the California Labor Code) requires all employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation insurance pays financial benefits to employees injured at work or with …

July 12, 2023 | At the Firm, Tips & Information

If You’re Local And You’ve Been Injured, Hire A Local Injury Lawyer (Plus: Local Lawyer Toolkit)

L.A. law firms claim they can help you but can actually make your case and your life much worse. That’s our message to Kern County that you may have seen …

July 11, 2023 | Tips & Information

Understanding California’s Car Accident Insurance Claims Process

The screech of tires skidding across asphalt, the crunch of a collision, a rush of adrenaline, checking to see if everyone is okay: Car accidents are undoubtedly traumatic enough all …

July 6, 2023 | Tips & Information

Car Accident Prevention: Staying Safe on California Roads

It doesn’t matter what type of car accident you’re in—any collision between motor vehicles can cause property damage, injuries, and fatalities. Even if there aren’t any injuries involved, the shock …

July 5, 2023 | Tips & Information, News & Media

New Study: Slower Speeds On Major Roads Could Help Reduce Rising Pedestrian Deaths

Pedestrian deaths in the United States have been rising in recent years, and a new study suggests that slower speeds on major arterial roads could help reduce these deaths. The …

June 21, 2023 | Tips & Information

New Auto Braking System Rules Expected To Save Lives, Reduce Crashes And Injuries

A federal transportation agency is proposing a new rule that would require all vehicles to have automatic emergency braking systems in an effort to reduce traffic fatalities. Automatic Emergency Braking …

June 7, 2023 | Tips & Information

Sink Your Teeth Into Pet Safety Education For ‘Dog Bite Awareness Week’, Your Mail Carrier Will Thank You

The U.S. Postal Service has a message for us all: Get your paws on dog safety knowledge and sink your teeth into prevention for everyone’s protection. For National Dog Bite …

May 31, 2023 | News & Media, Tips & Information

Bakersfield Home Invasion Case: Homeowner Liability, Self-Defense, And The ‘Castle Doctrine’

If someone broke into your home while you and your family were inside, could you legally defend yourself? That’s what happened at a northeast Bakersfield home when a man was …

May 17, 2023 | News & Media, Tips & Information

Study Finds Small Cars Fail to Protect Rear Passengers in Head-On Crashes, Raising Safety Concerns

Rear passengers in small cars beware! You may not be protected in the back seat in the event of a head on crash. A new study by the Insurance Institute …

April 12, 2023 | Tips & Information

How to Report Elderly Abuse in California

Sadly, elder abuse—deliberately or negligently causing harm to an elderly person—is a common occurrence. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that one in 10 adults aged 65 and over is …

April 11, 2023 | Tips & Information, News & Media

Distracted Driving Roadway Fatalities Hit Record Highs, And The Problem Is Likely Worse That Current Numbers Show

Nearly 46,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in one year, the latest federal statistics show, showing a dramatic increase in roadway deaths, including crashes involving at least one distracted …

March 22, 2023 | Tips & Information, News & Media

Bakersfield Ranks 39th Highest Rate In Nation For Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents, Analysis Shows

Bakersfield has the 39th highest rate of motor vehicle fatalities in the United States, according to a new analysis of U.S. Department of Transportation data by Stacker. Across the United …

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