Personal Injury Law

Any case where one person is hurt by another person's negligent or wrongful action (or inaction) is considered personal injury. From slip and fall injuries to automobile accidents, this area of law is broad and extensive. Most personal injuries include physical, emotional, and financial hardships. If you or a family member has been the victim of personal injury, our firm can help you receive the compensation you need. Please contact us today.

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All Courts / All Litigation

Our results speak for themselves. We are lawyers experienced in successfully winning, arguing and defending cases in California's Superior and Appellate and civil courts. We know the A to Z's of the law, and look forward to bringing our knowledge and experience to your case.

Airplane Accidents

Commercial airplanes are governed by the regulations affecting common carriers and are governed by different laws and protocols than are private airplanes or other private vehicles. A common carrier is a business that transports persons or cargo for compensation. Both Federal and state regulations govern the activities of common carriers such as buses, trains, and airplanes. As a general rule, a common carrier is held to a higher standard of care than is a private party. They must have both the skill and the training to transport passengers and cargo, and more than reasonable care must be exercised.

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Animal Attacks / Dog Bites

Few things are more frightening than being attacked by a dog. Such an attack can leave the victim severely injured and traumatized. If the victim is a child, the injuries can be fatal. Many states have statutes which hold the owner of the dog strictly liable for the dog's behavior if the attack is unprovoked.

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Assault

Assault occurs when one person makes a willful attempt to threaten or injure another person. An assault can be committed even if someone does not actually strike or physically injure another person. Similarly, different penalties apply according to whether bodily harm or grievous bodily harm was caused. Assault can happen quickly and easily but leave victims forever emotionally and physically scarred.

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Automobile and Truck Accidents

Distracted, aggressive drivers are all over the highways and roads, making automobile accidents a common occurrence. For victims, the time following the accident is usually spent dealing with high medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, severe injury, permanent disability, or even death. If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Even if you are not sure that the other driver was at fault, our firm may be able to help you.

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Boating Accidents

Each year thousands of people are injured in boating accidents. Accidents can occur in a variety of situations ranging from ocean-going commercial and cruise line vessels to small pleasure craft on our navigable waterways.

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Business Litigation

Business litigation typically involves contract disputes, fraud, disagreements among partners and the misrepresentation of a company or individual. As an example, a breach of contract is an area of business law that occurs when one party to a contract fails, without excuse or justification, to fulfill his obligations under the contract. If you or your company has entered into a contract with someone who is not holding up his end of the bargain, our firm can help. We are skilled in every category of business litigation, representing clients in everything from breach of contract disputes to unfair competition cases.

Construction Site Accidents

Construction sites pose many dangers to workers and others in the area. Workers often must lift heavy objects, operate large machinery, and perform job duties at elevated heights. Still, proper protocol and safety practices can decrease a worker or passerby's risk of being injured. When someone causes a preventable construction accident through negligence, he or she may be liable for the victim's injuries. For example, a supervisor at a construction site is responsible for enforcing safety measures. Employers of construction workers must properly train their employees. Companies that manufacture construction equipment are liable if their products prove to be defective. If you have been injured in a construction accident, you may be eligible for compensation.

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Consumer Fraud

Consumer Fraud litigation includes individual cases as well as class actions that have been filed throughout the country.

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Defective Products, Toys or Machines

Manufacturers and store owners have a responsibility to ensure that the products they sell are neither defective nor inherently dangerous. If a dangerous or defective product injures a consumer, the manufacturer, and sometimes the designer, distributor, wholesaler, or retailer is considered legally liable.

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Estate Administration

The period following death is a difficult time for family and loved ones. The time is further complicated by an array of legal issues the deceased's family is left facing. Tasks like canceling Social Security payments, paying estate taxes and informing creditors of the death are almost always expected. Furthermore, a failure to attend to these issues can lead to greater complications down the road. We can assist you in administering an estate after a loved one's death.

Fall Down Accidents

Slips and falls can be scary and, in some cases, can lead to serious injuries. People who slip and fall on another person's property due to unsafe conditions may be eligible for compensation. Property owners are responsible for keeping their premises safe and for warning visitors of any potential hazards. For example, if a supermarket owner mops the floor and doesn't mark the area to warn consumers, he or she may be legally liable for a slip and fall injury occurring in that location. Similarly, a homeowner who fails to warn guests of a broken step may be liable for his guests' injuries.

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General Litigation

Immigration

Immigration laws and procedures in the United States are constantly changing due to the current security and economic issues facing domestic and international lawmakers. With the tragic events of September 11, 2001, significant changes to the INS and immigration laws are underway. Now, more than ever, it is important to have up-to-date representation in the area of immigration law. We have experience handling a range of immigration issues, including visas, permanent residence, work permits, waivers, citizenship, compliance and other immigration matters.

Insurance Bad Faith

Bad faith claims arise when a company with whom you have a contract fails to act within the terms of that contract. In the case of your insurance company this may happen if it fails to promptly or properly defend or pay a claim.

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Living Wills

Preparing a living will help you create a safe and financially sound future for your spouse and children. A will is one way to identify and carry out your wishes posthumously to ensure your assets are being distributed appropriately. When preparing wills, it is key to be in compliance with the federal government's estate tax laws as well as your local government's probate laws. We can advise you on what are the best ways, within the law, to achieve the maximum benefits for your spouse and children.

Motorcycle and Bicycle Accidents

Motorcyclists and bicyclists are extremely vulnerable to injury during accidents, especially when an automobile or truck is also involved. Speeding, alcohol or drug use, and disobeying traffic laws on the part of either a rider or the drivers of the vehicles nearby greatly increases the likelihood of a serious accident. Accident victims are often left with serious injuries or permanent disabilities; some do not survive. For the victims and their families, high medical bills combined with emotional strain cause additional suffering.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical professionals are supposed to provide care and healing to their patients, but in cases of medical malpractice the opposite is what occurs. When a doctor makes an incorrect diagnosis, fails to treat a patient's condition promptly, issues a wrong prescription, or neglects to administer appropriate care, the patient may suffer serious injury. The victim and his or her family may be overwhelmed with medical bills and other costs. In cases of permanent disability, the victim may never be able to work again. If your or a family member believe you are the victim of medical malpractice, our firm can help you receive the compensation you need.

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Nursing Home Abuse

An increasing elderly population has led to an increased nursing home population, and with this has come an increased incidence of nursing home negligence and abuse.

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Premises Liability

When someone is injured as a result of unsafe property or building conditions, they may have a right to make a claim for their damages against the owner of the property.

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Real Estate Purchases, Sales and Refinances

The process of purchasing or selling a home or a commercial property can be both stressful and exciting. Our goal is to ensure your transaction moves forward and is completed in a timely manner. We can also help you prepare and review all pertinent documents as well as maintain communication with the involved parties. If you are considering buying or selling a property, it is wise to first speak with an attorney.

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Sports Accidents and Recreational Injuries

Americans thrive on competition, making sports one of the most popular forms of entertainment. Misfortune can strike even the most stellar athlete, however. Some sports injuries require long-term medical care, surgery, physical therapy, or rehabilitation. In the worst cases, athletes may suffer permanent disability or death.

Wills & Trusts

Wills are not always the best way to pass personal assets on after death. This is because, following death, a will must go to the probate court before it can be enforced. There are, however, other estate planning methods that can be relied on instead. One alternative is a living trust. Like a will, a trust can be established during the individual's life. The difference is that property placed into a living trust does not have to go to probate. Therefore, the time and expense for a probate proceeding can be avoided. Also, because a will only goes into effect after an individual dies, it provides no protection if the person becomes physically or mentally incapacitated. In a situation like this, the court could easily take control of your assets and distribute them contrary to your wishes.

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Wrongful Death

Wrongful death is the term used when someone causes the death of another person. The death may be caused by the actions of someone or by their failure to act (neglect). Wrongful death is a civil action rather than a criminal action. Since the person killed (decedent) cannot file suit or collect damages, it is the family or representatives of the estate that do so.

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