Category Archives: PC
What Can I Get from a Car Wreck Lawsuit?
Lawsuits are about getting financial compensation when someone else’s negligent behavior causes you loss and suffering. You get paid for the loss or “damage” you endured. In a lawsuit, you may be entitled to payment for your damages for various reasons, some of which are discussed below. Here are some of the damages you… Read More »
What Happens If Something Falls Off Another Vehicle And Hits My Car?
Imagine you’re driving up the 101 North. A truck with an overloaded flatbed bed pulls in front of you. You are nervous about the number of items that appear to be dangerously stacked on the flatbed, so you slow down to create some distance but keep driving. Suddenly, a large item flies from the… Read More »
Super Lawyers Select Matt Zavala to the 2022 California Rising Stars List
We are proud to announce the selection of attorney Matt Zavala to the 2022 California Rising Stars list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5% of attorneys in California. Click the link to view his full profile. To be eligible for the Rising Stars list, a candidate must be either 40… Read More »
Safety Tips: Top Summer Weather Driving Hazards
In many ways, summer is the perfect time to get out on the road. The weather is generally beautiful and the kids are out of school. Many families have a tradition of taking summer road trips. They get to spend quality time together and visit places they love or explore places they have never… Read More »
California Wrongful Death Laws
Nothing can replace the loss of a loved one. If the loved one’s death is the result of someone else’s negligence, you can take legal action against the responsible party to recover compensation for your loss, including reimbursement of funeral costs and other certain expenses. Unlike criminal cases, the standard of proof in civil… Read More »
Dog Bite Issues
Dogs are some of our most treasured animal companions. For many, they are considered members of the family. However, in the hands of the wrong owner, a dog can cause serious injuries to a person, and the injured party can file a lawsuit to recover compensation for their suffering. In California, strict liability laws… Read More »
How to Identify an Intoxicated Driver
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 800 people are injured in drunk driving accidents every day. Although no one expects you to put yourself in danger by taking the law into your own hands, you can help reduce drunk driving accidents on the road by identifying and reporting drunk drivers… Read More »
Why You Should Obtain Medical Payment Coverage
Medical Payment coverage, also referred to as Med Pay, is additional coverage attached to a person’s motor vehicle policy. In some states, this type of coverage is mandatory (known as PIP Coverage), but in California, it is additional coverage that one must elect. Even though it is not required, it is a good idea… Read More »
Slip and Fall Lawsuits
Being injured in a slip and fall incident is just as serious as any other type of accident. Victims may feel embarrassed and overwhelmed by the circumstances of their accident. However, knowing what to do immediately following such an accident can make the process seem less daunting and will help position the victim’s case… Read More »
Thanksgiving & Christmas Holiday Safety Tips
From spending time and exchanging gifts with loved ones, to decorating your home and long trips by car or plane, the holidays are a wonderful time of year. However, there are also many safety hazards you may encounter during this time of year. Here are several tips to help you avoid injury this holiday… Read More »