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Are Senior Motorcycle Riders at Greater Risk for Injury?
Motorcycle riding is a favorite California pastime. Riders of all ages love the exhilaration and sense of freedom they receive as they take in all the natural scenic beauty the Golden State has to offer. Although few activities provide more joy and excitement than motorcycle riding, it is not without its drawbacks. Motorcyclists are… Read More »
I Am Looking to Buy a Commercial Building – What Type of Due Diligence Should I Do?
The purchase of a commercial property can involve a high degree of risk, particularly if you don’t find out as much as possible before closing the deal. While there are some protections in place for purchasers of residential properties, it is assumed that the parties involved in commercial real estate transactions are more sophisticated…. Read More »
I was Injured in a Motorcycle Accident: Do I Need to Retain an Attorney?
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and this month the California Highway Patrol ramps up its efforts to educate the public about the increased presence of motorcycles on the roadways as we enter the spring and summer months. In an effort to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents, drivers are being reminded to check… Read More »
What are California Drivers’ Responsibilities to Bicycles?
California bicyclist fatalities have been on the rise in recent years. According to an annual report from the California Office of Traffic Safety, bicyclist fatalities in the state increased by 27% during the five-year period from 2011 through 2016. Much of the increase may be attributable to the growing popularity of cycling as a… Read More »
Spinal Injuries: What you Need to Know
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is a traumatic and potentially life-altering event, and in some cases, this type of injury can even be life-threatening. This injury occurs when the spinal cord is damaged, blocking communication between the brain and body. Even a relatively minor SCI can be very scary, with symptoms that may include… Read More »
How Divorce Affects Taxes in California
The marriage dissolution process has a lot of financial implications. There are issues such as child support, alimony/spousal support, division of marital assets, and many others. These issues will affect your finances in many ways, and one area that many divorcing couples do not put enough thought into is the tax implications once the… Read More »
Join the Sharp Grossmont Hospital Privacy Lawsuit
Did you deliver a baby or have another type of surgical procedure at Sharp Grossmont Hospital Women’s Health Center (5555 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942) from July 2012 through June 2013? Do you know someone who was treated at Sharp Grossmont during this time frame? If so, you (or someone close to… Read More »
Hundreds of Women Exposed in Widespread HIPAA Violation at Sharp Grossmont Hospital
A class action lawsuit has been filed in San Diego County Superior Court against Sharp Grossmont Hospital of La Mesa/El Cajon, CA over secret filming of female patients that went on in all three of Sharp’s women’s center operating rooms from July 2012 through June 2013. The women were recorded when they were… Read More »
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in CA?
Being pulled over for DUI is a frightening and unsettling experience, especially if it is the first time this has happened to you. How you handle the stop and subsequent arrest (if you are arrested) will have a major bearing on the outcome of your case. At the initial stop, you may be asked… Read More »
What do I Do if my Spouse Violates a Protective Order?
In California, protective orders (also known as restraining orders) are used to protect an individual who is being harassed, stalked, threatened, or abused. For example, a protective order may be placed on an abusive spouse that restricts them from coming within a certain distance of the other spouse for a specified period of time…. Read More »
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