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We are proud to provide information and resources on laws that may impact our clients. Personal Injury LawCriminal Defense LawWhat You Must Do When You’ve Been Involved in a Car Accident
If you have been involved in a car accident in the State of California, you may be wondering what steps you should take to protect yourself afterward. After you receive any necessary medical treatment, it is always a good idea to speak with an attorney. If the other...
Common DUI Sentencing
In California, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If a person is thought to be driving under the influence, they can be arrested, and it can result in a DUI charge and potentially this common DUI sentencing. State law...
The Personal Injury Trial Process
Many personal injury cases reach a settlement prior to going to trial. If your case is now at the trial stage, your attorney has likely already attempted settlement negotiations with the defendant or defendants in your case. Sometimes, there will not be an offer made...
Understanding Your Rights Surrounding Marijuana
Understanding Your Rights Surrounding Marijuana On January 1, 2018, recreational marijuana use became legal in the State of California. Prior to this date, the use of marijuana for medical purposes had been legal since 1996, as it was decriminalized at this time to...
Five Facts You Should Know About Motorcycle Accidents
Car accidents that involve motorcycles can be particularly deadly. As you might guess, a person riding a motorcycle that ends up in a collision with a motor vehicle is at serious risk for major, life-changing injuries or even death. According to the United States...
California Domestic Violence Laws
In the State of California, domestic violence typically involves a criminal act of abuse taken by one spouse against the other (this also includes former spouses) and may also involve individuals who are in a romantic relationship or cohabitating type of relationship....
Pet Attack Liability in California
Under California law, generally, dog owners are strictly liable for any attacks by their pets. Though there are certain exceptions that may apply depending on the facts of the case, this means that dog owners are typically liable for attacks even if there is no...
Is a DUI Conviction a Criminal Offense?
In California, a conviction for DUI (driving under the influence) is a criminal offense. If you have been charged with a DUI for operating your vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it is important to talk to an attorney regarding your charges right away....
Types of Domestic Violence Charges
Under the California Penal Code, domestic violence is defined as a criminal act that takes place against a spouse (or a former spouse), a dating-relationship partner, or any other cohabitant in a home with the acting individual. Domestic violence may also occur along...
Common Causes of Commercial Car Accidents
A commercial motor vehicle is one that is used to transport goods and generally requires a special license. Commercial vehicles include big rigs and delivery trucks. Car accidents involving commercial vehicles can be particularly dangerous due to the sheer size and...