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Join the Sharp Grossmont Hospital Privacy Lawsuit
/by Garmo & GarmoDid 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 you) […]
Hundreds of Women Exposed in Widespread HIPAA Violation at Sharp Grossmont Hospital
/by Garmo & GarmoA 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 most […]
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in CA?
/by Garmo & GarmoBeing 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 to […]
What do I Do if my Spouse Violates a Protective Order?
/by Garmo & GarmoIn 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. It […]
Three Commonly Missed Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
/by Garmo & GarmoThere is a major crisis in America’s nursing homes, and things are unlikely to get any better in the near future. Aging demographics, industry consolidation, and other factors have led to a major shortage of qualified staff within many nursing facilities. This has created a situation where many of the elderly who live in these […]
Coping with Traumatic Brain Injury
/by Garmo & GarmoTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury resulting from a severe bump, blow or jolt to the head that causes the brain to become displaced. Not everyone who is struck in the head ends up with TBI, but according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 2.8 million emergency room visits each year are […]
Will a Divorce Negatively Impact my Credit Score?
/by Garmo & GarmoFiling for a divorce is one of the most consequential decisions anyone ever has to make. There are many factors to consider, and emotions always run high. Getting a divorce will impact you in numerous ways. Your marital assets will be divided (hopefully in a fair and equitable manner), and if there are children involved, […]
Child Visitation and the Holidays
/by Garmo & GarmoDuring the holiday season, it is a good time to discuss child custody and visitation schedules, and how holiday visitation schedules interact with the regular schedule. Kids naturally want to be with both their Mom and their Dad during the holidays, but unfortunately, they can’t be in two places at once. This means working out […]
Slip & Fall Accidents During the Holiday Shopping Season
/by Garmo & GarmoThe holiday season is here, and shoppers are flooding the malls and retail shops looking for the right gifts to make this year special. This is the busiest time of the year for the retail industry, when the malls and shops become increasingly chaotic. To make matters worse, many places are severely understaffed and/or have […]
How are Damages Calculated in CA Accident Cases?
/by Garmo & GarmoWhen an individual is injured or killed due to the reckless acts or omissions of another party, they are entitled to compensation for their injuries. The term commonly used for this is known as “damages”. The party that is at-fault is responsible to pay damages to the injury victim. In some instances, there may be […]