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California pain and suffering

Although it’s tough to say exactly how much your pain is worth, that’s precisely what your lawyer will try to determine in your personal injury case.

Let’s go over a few basic points about pain and suffering damages in California

and why they can have a huge impact on your case’s final payout.

Is there a cap on pain and suffering damages in California?

Pain and suffering” falls under “non-economic” damages. Courts award non-economic damages to Read More

Premises liability and property owners must keep their land and facilities safe for those reasonably expected to use their property. When you are injured on someone else’s property, whether at a hotel, grocery store, construction site, or elsewhere, the owner may be held liable for your injuries.

Read on to find out just what the law has to say about California premises liability, and whether or not you might have a case.

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Under California state law, victims of food poisoning are permitted to seek damages from food service companies, restaurants, grocery stores, manufacturers and more for costs associated with their illness.

Today, let’s go over some of our most frequently asked questions regarding foodborne illnesses and food poisoning lawsuits, and how they might be relevant for your case.

When can I sue a restaurant, food service companies or grocery store for food poisoning?

Restaurants could be liable for damages caused by your Read More

California’s personal injury laws allow anyone hurt in a bicycle accident to file a lawsuit against those responsible—including wrongful death lawsuits for families who have lost a loved one in a cycling accident.

Below, we’ll take a look at some of the most common questions we get regarding cycling accidents, and try to help you figure out if you have a case.

1. Under what circumstances can I file a lawsuit after a bicycle accident in California?

After your accident, Read More

After any accident in California, drivers have obligations when it comes to reporting the accident. This article covers key California laws on at-fault drivers, financial responsibility, and related rules.

Reporting Car Accidents to Law Enforcement

If a crash causes death or injury,

the driver must report it within 24 hours to the police or Highway Patrol.

If a police officer is at the scene, they will handle the report.

Do Car Accidents Have to Be Reported to the DMV or Read More