Drunk driving happens more often than people realize. Years ago, it was very common to hear about the dangers of drunk driving as groups like M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) and S.A.D.D. (Students Against Drunk Driving) were formed to bring awareness to the issue. Despite law enforcement cracking down on drinking and driving, the drunk driving accidents still exist and impacts the lives of many every single day.
Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is never easy, but finding out that their death was caused by the negligence of another person or entity is even worse. In California, wrongful death claims are filed daily for various reasons by...
Traffic Violations
When vehicles are involved in accidents with bicycles, it is typically the result of distracted driving, speeding, or some other reckless behavior. The driver may have been texting and driving, eating, talking to a passenger, or reaching for something that caused them to fail to see the bicycle. If the driver was negligent or driving recklessly, they should be held responsible for your injuries.
Assault
Murder
Negligence can also be found in, production of defective products, or dangerous prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals. An intentionally harmful act happens when a person knowingly hurts another, including murder, arson, and assault.
Arson
Manslaughter
Wrongful death occurs when someone is killed due to the misconduct or negligence of a person or entity. It is different from murder or manslaughter, both of which are criminal charges, because wrongful death is a cause of action under civil law. When someone files a wrongful death lawsuit, they are seeking to collect financial compensation for the loss of their loved one.
Premises Liability Recovery Our client tripped and fell in a city crosswalk causing our client to develop chronic regional pain syndrome. The crosswalk was in disrepair, and Curtis Legal Group contended that the...
Property Damage
1. Seek medical attention. Delivery trucks are large and can potentially cause catastrophic injuries and extensive property damage in an accident with a car. After a delivery truck accident, seek medical attention....
A personal injury, in legal terms, refers to an injury to the body, mind, or emotions. Personal injuries most often occur due to car accidents but you also have the right to pursue legal action for other types of accidents that injured you or someone you love. If someone else is at fault for your injuries, you have the right to pursue a lawsuit.
Auto Accidents
Dog Bites
No, the state of California law does adhere to the “one bite rule†that many other states have in place. In those states, the owner is not responsible for injuries resulting from the first time their dog bites someone. In California, even if the person’s dog has never been aggressive before, they are still liable for the victim’s injuries upon the very first time the dog bites someone.
Slip and Fall Injury
The severity of injuries from a fall varies depending on how hard and far the person fell. Many people receive minor cuts and bruises that do not require more than typical first aid. Cuts and scrapes can be more severe and require stitches. If a cut or scrape is not properly treated, an infection can occur. More serious slip and fall injuries can include broken bones, fractures, sprains, strains, dislocated joints, and ligament tears. Head injuries including concussions, bruising, bleeding, and traumatic brain injuries are also common for those who fall and hit their head on a hard surface. The severity of injuries resulting from a slip and fall or trip and fall also depends on how the person lands when falling. If the person lands on their spine, for example, their injuries may range from mild back pain to chronic back pain and lifelong paralysis.