Are dogs really that dangerous?
Dogs are popular pets in California and throughout the United States, with about 40% of households owning one or more of them. However, dogs can also pose a serious risk of injury. They can bite people without warning or provocation. In fact, California leads all...
Homeowners may be responsible if someone drowns in their pool
Homeowners in Sonoma and Napa counties use their pools not only for their own personal enjoyment, but also when they host summer get-togethers with friends and families. And neighborhood children tempted by the sparkling waters might try to swim in a homeowner’s pool...
The importance of treating an accident-related TBI
If you have been in any sort of accident in which you sustained a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, beside the immediate physical effects that the accident can do to your body, there can also be long-lasting physical, mental and emotional effects that are residual as...
Do you understand the importance of seeking medical care?
There’s a lot to contend with when you’ve been injured in a car or truck accident. While your vehicle might be totaled, that’s probably the least of your concerns. After all, your injuries have probably left you with extensive pain and limited mobility, and the...
What comparative negligence could mean for your case
Under California law, you may be able to recover compensation in a personal injury lawsuit even if you were partly to blame for the accident in which you were injured. The legal concept that underlies this concept is known as comparative negligence. In this blog post,...
What do I do if I or my child have suffered a dog bite in California?
Dogs love you unconditionally and they greet you when you come home as though you are the only person who matters to them in the entire world. They also provide wonderful companionship and they can calm you down if you feel anxious. If you live alone, they make you...
Concussions: the invisible injury that causes long-lasting damage
A concussion is referred to by many sufferers as an “invisible injury.” There are no stitches or slings showing an outward demonstration of your injury. You may look normal to others, but for many, this façade of normalcy does not reflect the suffering their...
What are the laws in California concerning dog bites?
You may be a dog lover and there is no doubt that many dogs are adorable and are only interested in loving and in being loved. However, dogs are still animals and that means that sometimes they turn aggressive and they may inflict injury on humans, whether it is...
Napa County businesses must maintain their properties
Businesses in Napa County and Sonoma County really should not cut corners when it comes to maintaining their premises. Especially if they are welcoming tourists or other customers, they should have in place a regular schedule of cleaning, inspecting and repairing...
Who is liable for a dog bite injury?
Dogs can make great pets for people in Northern California. They can be very loyal, fun and become part of the family. They are still animals though and have certain instincts. If they are cornered or feel threatened, dogs do still bite and attack to protect...