Getting Your Medical Records for a Personal Injury Case
Posted in Personal Injury on August 16, 2021
If you or somebody you love has been injured in an accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, securing compensation through an insurance settlement or a personal injury lawsuit can be challenging. You will need to have medical records that… read more
Types of Benefits Under Workers’ Compensation
Posted in Workers' Compensation on July 15, 2021
If you or somebody you care about has sustained a workplace injury or illness in California, you should be able to recover various types of benefits through the workers’ compensation system. However, most people do not tend to think about what types of benefits they will receive until after they sustain an on-the-job injury. Here,… read more
What is Gross Negligence?
Posted in Personal Injury on June 30, 2021
Most people have heard of the term negligence. However, what happens if you put the word “gross” in front of the word “negligence?” Gross negligence is a term you will most likely hear in court or civil complaints. This does have a specific meaning, particularly when it comes to determining the actions of an individual…. read more
What is a Contingency Fee?
Posted in Personal Injury on June 29, 2021
Attorneys often take cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that a person seeking assistance from the attorney will not have to worry about any upfront or out-of-pocket costs, and they will only pay legal fees after their attorney secures the compensation that they need. Anytime a person sustains an injury caused by the… read more
Can a Pre-Existing Injury Affect My Personal Injury Claim?
Posted in Personal Injury on June 28, 2021
If you or someone you love sustains an injury caused by the actions of another individual or entity, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, can a pre-existing injury affect your ability to recover compensation for a current injury? The answer should be a resounding “No.” However, pre-existing injuries will play… read more
California Workplace Retaliation Laws
Posted in Workers' Compensation on May 31, 2021
In the state of California, workers are employed “at-will,” which means that they are free to leave their employment anytime they like and for whatever reason. This also means that they can be terminated for just about any reason as well. However, California law does prohibit employers from engaging in workplace retaliation in specific circumstances,… read more
California Car Seat Laws
Posted in California,Car Accidents on May 24, 2021
One of the safest choices that parents can make is to properly use car seats for their children. Car seats are designed with safety in mind. The regular seats inside of a vehicle are not designed to keep a child safe in the event of a Long Beach car accident. Car seats are crucial, which… read more
California ATV Laws
Posted in California on May 17, 2021
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) can be incredibly exhilarating to operate. Additionally, these vehicles are practical ways for many people to get around in certain areas of the state. However, it is crucial for any ATV operator to understand the laws in California related to the use of these vehicles. The improper use of an ATV is… read more
What is a Letter of Representation?
Posted in Personal Injury on April 27, 2021
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another party, you may be able to recover compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. However, securing this compensation can be difficult, and you should seek assistance from a skilled Long Beach personal injury attorney who can help… read more
What is a Demand Letter?
Posted in Personal Injury on April 20, 2021
If you or somebody you love is involved in a Long Beach personal injury lawsuit, then you likely know that there are various steps involved in these cases. If the careless or negligent actions of somebody else have caused you harm, you will likely be entitled to various types of compensation for your losses. However,… read more