Attorneys who practice personal injury law often meet with people who have suffered harm at the hands of their doctor. People who are injured through no fault of their own deserve fair compensation. However, cases against doctors (and other types of healthcare providers such as dentists, chiropractors, and nurses) are very different than the more […]
The COVID-19 crisis has caused a major disruption to all of our lives. California and most other states have a “stay-at-home” order in place to keep citizens distanced from each other until the pandemic subsides, and this has resulted in the closure of countless “nonessential” businesses, causing millions to suddenly lose their jobs. The kids […]
In a span of just a month or so, the coronavirus pandemic has turned our country and most of the world upside down. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have tested positive for COVID-19, and because we are short on tests in many parts of the country, the real number of people who have had it […]
At the time of labor or during the delivery process, an unborn infant may suffer devastating injuries. In many cases, these types of injuries are preventable. Birth injuries may also be an outcome of medically improper decisions taken by the doctor. Sometimes the doctor may not have used appropriate care necessary in the process of […]
It is understandable to have several questions running through your mind if you have sustained injuries in an accident. One of the initial questions that come to mind is whether you will require a lawyer or whether you will be able to handle the claim by yourself. A lawyer is not necessary in every situation. […]
A traumatic brain injury, commonly referred to as TBI, is an injury to your head that affects your brain’s normal function. Traumatic brain injuries can be external or internal. An external TBI is caused by a massive jolt or blow to the head. An internal TBI, on the other hand, is caused as a result […]
Suffering a catastrophic injury is undoubtedly one of the worst things that can happen to someone. It can leave you permanently damaged and have a devastating impact on your quality of life. What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury? Section 3796b of the US Code Title 42 defines a catastrophic injury as an injury which […]
In California, there are more than 100,000 vehicle collisions each year, resulting in more than 3,000 fatalities and tens of thousands of serious injuries. This makes auto crashes one of the leading causes of death in the Golden State. It is estimated that more than 90% of car and truck accidents are caused by some […]
There is a crisis in America’s nursing homes that is not receiving nearly the attention it deserves. The aging population has put a major strain on the country’s healthcare system, and nursing facilities have done very little (if anything) to address this issue. In recent years, a growing number of facilities have become “for-profit” entities, […]
Getting into an accident with a tractor-trailer can result in some of the most serious and catastrophic injuries. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there are more than 400,000 commercial vehicle crashes each year, resulting in around 4,000 fatalities and tens of thousands of severe injuries. If you have been involved in […]
