Know how to address comparative negligence in your case
A car accident can change the course of your life for a long time to come. You might have to find a way to contend with long-term injuries and significant financial losses, all at a time when your pain and suffering might be unbearable. The future can look bleak under...
Don’t let dishonest witness testimony lead to your conviction
A witness’s testimony can make or break your criminal case. Oftentimes, prosecutors have a number of witnesses lined up to testify against an accused individual, which can seem pretty daunting as a defendant. Prosecutors then leverage this hesitancy on the defendant’s...
Can you get a DUI if your BAC is below the legal limit?
Now that bars, restaurants and wineries are starting to open up again, people in Sonoma and Napa Counties may be eager to sit outside at one of these facilities and finally enjoy a drink out of the house. However, when one or two becomes four or more a person may find...
Tips for avoiding auto-pedestrian accidents
The weather in Napa and Sonoma counties is pleasant enough that many residents take a walk. Whether it is for leisure purposes or to get to work or run errands, walking is a healthy and environmentally-friendly way to get from Point A to Point B. However, even if you...
How negligence can influence a slip-and-fall legal claim
Slip-and-fall accidents can cause serious injuries to victims in Northern California. When an individual suffers harm on the property of another party, they may have the option to pursue their damages from the other party if that party was negligent in the maintenance...
Should you let a public defender represent you?
A criminal conviction can cause a lot of damage to your life. It can threaten you with fines, jail or prison time, and damage to your reputation and career. In other words, your freedom and your finances can be drastically impacted. That’s why it’s crucial that you do...
NSC: 2020 fatal motor vehicle accident numbers unexpectedly rose
Auto accidents are a prime concern throughout California. To reduce their frequency, it is important for researchers, legislators and law enforcement to track the total and analyze why they are happening. While behaviors are a major catalyst for collisions with...
Drivers’ failure to look for motorcyclists causes serious accidents
When driving down the highway in Northern California, there can be many sites for drivers to see. Aside from the rolling hills, vibrant communities, and amazing vistas that present themselves around each turn, drivers also must be sure that they are paying attention...
Man killed in traffic collision in Santa Rosa identified
A man who died in a fatal crash in Sonoma County has been identified. Carlos Del Pozo, 58, of Sebastopol was killed in a traffic collision that caused his car to spin out of control on U.S. 101 South, just north of the College Avenue offramp. According to California...
What to expect when facing a DUI in Northern California
When a driver has been pulled over on suspicion of DUI they can feel scared and alone. A driver understands that the penalties for a DUI can be serious, but they should also understand that they do have options after a DUI arrest. California law treats most DUIs as a...