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Accidental Fires vs. Intentional Arson in California
Most California residents assume that if you accidentally cause a fire, you cannot face criminal charges. After all, there is a major difference between intentional arson and simply allowing a fire to get out of control. But while intent plays a central role in many criminal cases, it is still possible to face serious… Read More »
New California Laws You Should Be Aware of in 2024
With each passing year, California generally introduces a number of new laws in January. 2024 is no exception, and several new laws have been signed. California residents should take a moment to review these new laws – particularly those that pertain to criminal justice. With a greater understanding of these changes, residents can avoid… Read More »
Comparative Negligence: How Does it Affect Pedestrian Accidents in California?
If you were injured by a negligent motorist while walking down the street in California, the last thing you need to worry about is complicated legal concepts. What you need is an effective treatment for your injuries – and this is not always easy to secure. After all, the cost of medical treatment has… Read More »
What GM’s Cruise Debacle Means for Injured Victims in California
After countless injuries and accidents, GM is finally agreeing to recall its fleet of driverless Cruise robotaxis from California’s streets. While the general consensus is that this will make the Golden State a safer place, there are still many unanswered questions. What does this mean for the future of driverless cars in California? What… Read More »
The Importance of Tracing The Nature and Origin of Separate and Community Assets During a California Divorce
During the property division process in California, both spouses must carefully assess individual assets to determine their nature and origin. The specific classification of an asset may have a dramatic effect on the property division process, and therefore the economic security of spouses. Often, the features of an asset are very obvious, and not… Read More »
Robotaxi Strikes Pedestrian as Doubts over Self-Driving Tech Continue
Time after time, we have been told that self-driving technology will make California’s streets safer, but a string of worrying accidents throw doubt upon this argument. The latest incident involves a woman who was struck and severely injured by a self-driving vehicle in San Francisco. While the crash has placed a spotlight directly upon… Read More »
How Might a DUI Affect My Reputation in San Bernardino?
Most DUI defendants focus primarily on avoiding incarceration and fines in San Bernardino. However, one of the most overlooked consequences of a DUI in California is the effect that it might have on your reputation. In fact, these reputational consequences might prove to be more problematic than any other issue in the long run…. Read More »
Children Keep Dying in Riverside Crashes – Some Parents are Suing
Although every life lost in a Riverside accident represents a tragedy, there is something particularly shocking about child victims. Unfortunately, parents in Riverside are losing their children to car accidents at an alarming rate. Many of these accidents were clearly preventable, and many were caused by acts of clear negligence. If your child was… Read More »
California Boosts its Catalytic Converter Laws
As we approach the new year, it is important to take stock of the new laws that will go into effect in 2024. One of the most important pieces of recent legislation involves the theft of catalytic converters in California – an issue that has plagued motorists across the state for years. This new… Read More »
Wealthy California Residents Should Be Wary of Bribery Laws
There is no doubt that greater wealth goes hand in hand with greater influence in California. However, wealthy individuals should understand that this influence is limited by strict laws in the Golden State. Chief among these is the law against bribery, and the authorities are extremely serious about rooting out corruption across the entire… Read More »