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Injuries Suffered While Riding a Lyft or Uber Vehicle

By James Knox |

Ride sharing has dramatically grown in just a few short years and with this, new professional and financial opportunities for many have also come about. Unfortunately, because of this spontaneous growth, there has also been an increase in many new challenging issues when it comes to public transportation. The rideshare industry has brought forth… Read More »

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Divorce in California: Property Division

By James Knox |

A couple that is going through a divorce in the State of California must decide how the property will be divided, and this includes any outstanding debts. If the couple in unable to do so, a court will be assigned to do so on their behalf, but the outcome may not be favorable. Under… Read More »

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California Medical Malpractice Cases for Delayed Diagnosis

By James Knox |

The majority of people believe that medical malpractice involves a physician making a mistake that lead directly to the patient’s injury. Unbeknownst to many, however, medical malpractice cases can arise from physician errors that are from an indirect form of injury, such as a delayed diagnosis. Identifying a Delayed Diagnosis as a Medical Malpractice… Read More »

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Summertime Premises Liability Concerns

By James Knox |

In the midst of summer, many people look for many different activities to find cooler temperatures. With the influx of visitors, many property owners should pay extra attention to conditions that could arise during this period. In the State of California, property owners owe a basic duty of care to their visitors. It is… Read More »

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Domestic Violence Laws in California

By James Knox |

Domestic violence is a broad term that is used to classify criminal transgressions that could be charged and punished in a multitude of ways. The penalty of each case will depend on the nature of the relationship, the circumstances surrounding the case, place of the arrest, the defendant’s criminal record, and the attorney who… Read More »

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How to Seek Financial Compensation From a Dog Bite in the State of California

By James Knox |

Civil Code Section 3342 governs dog bite laws in the State of California. Under this code, canine owner could be held strictly responsible in the many situations in which his or her pet has attacked or bitten another individual. Under the code, the pet owner will be held strictly responsible even if the dog… Read More »

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Common Mistakes Parents Make in a Divorce Proceeding

By James Knox |

Going through a divorce can be a very daunting and stressful process. Because emotions can typically run high, it can be very easy for people to make mistakes. The following is a brief list of common mistakes that can be made in a divorce, and how these mistakes should be avoided. Mistake #1: Making… Read More »

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File a Lawsuit After a Vape Pen Explosion

By James Knox |

Electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as e-cigarettes, could be hazardous to consumers. Throughout the United States, over one hundred personal injury lawsuits have been filed over e-cigs that have exploded or caught fire while a person was using it. According to a website Know the Risks provided by the Office of the Surgeon General,… Read More »

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The Implications of a Legal Separation in California

By James Knox |

Many people believe that the main difference between a divorce and a legal separation in California is that a legal separation involves a temporary split while divorce is considered to be permanent. Although a separation establishes certain agreements that could later be used in a divorce, a legal separation is far more than just… Read More »

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Fighting Robbery Crime Charges in California: A Brief Overview of California’s Robbery Laws (PC 211)

By James Knox |

Under California Penal Code Section 211, robbery is defined as the act of removing property from another’s possession against their will through means of fear or force. The use of force could involve the use of a deadly weapon, such as cases of armed robbery. The use of force could also involve the use… Read More »

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