How do dog bite laws in California protect victims?
Dog bite liability in California is important for victims to understand because the damages from a dog can be so significant. Because victims can suffer extensively on physical, financial and emotional levels, following a dog attack, it is important for victims to be...
New brain injury treatment seeks to reduce long-term effects
Catastrophic injuries are a tragic reality of many car accidents. Victims are sometimes left with brain and spinal cord injuries that can upend their lives, making even the most mundane of tasks impossible. If you or a loved one is living with this reality, then you...
Recovering wrongful death damages after a California accident
When a motor vehicle accident results in a fatality, the loved ones of the deceased may have the legal right to file a wrongful death claim against the parties responsible for the accident. If the claim is successful, family members will have some financial support to...
California leads nation in dog bite attacks against postal workers
Many people in the Santa Rosa area own a dog. They’re one of the most popular pets for a family to own and they are often considered additional family members. Most of the time dogs are friendly and well-behaved but occasionally a dog can be dangerous. A dog bite can...
Types of dog bite damages
Dog bites can cause extensive damages for injured victims. A variety of different types of damages may be able to help compensate victims for their physical, financial and emotional damages suffered in a dog attack. Dog attacks can be vicious and leave injured victims...
Three things to know about dog bite laws in California
Dogs are great companions and live in many households throughout California. When a dog is trained as a loving and obedient pet, they can provide their owners with years of companionship and affection. Unfortunately, not all pet owners take their duties seriously and...
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...
California dog bite laws protect victims of dog attacks
California dog bite laws provide protections for victims injured in a dog bite attack. Dog attacks can leave victims physically and emotionally scarred and injured which is why personal injury protections are available to victims of dog bites. Dog owner liability Dog...
Landlords may be liable for criminal acts
Landlords must take reasonable measures for providing a safe premises for tenants and guests. Landlords may be held liable in a personal injury lawsuit for violent crimes that happen to tenants and criminal activity by a tenant or their guests against others....
Proceed with caution when talking with insurance companies
After a car accident, you’ll want to file a claim with your insurance company. However, it’s important to exercise caution when your insurance provider contacts you. You could hurt your claim or forego the settlement you deserve if you provide too much information or...