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Assault in Civil Court: Breaking it Down!

Beginning in ancient times, societies have prohibited assault. Many rules those long-dead people lived by have fallen by the wayside. But still today, most people believe that physical assault is one of the worst transactions a person can commit. But, like everything else in the law, it’s complicated. That’s especially true in civil court, because… Continue reading Assault in Civil Court: Breaking it Down!

Is Riding a Bike Safer than Driving?

Statistically, it’s not even close. Riding a bike is much less safe than driving. Bicyclists account for about 1 percent of vehicle traffic. But these riders account for 2 percent of roadway fatalities. That’s twice as high. Meanwhile, the chances of death or serious injury in a motor vehicle are relatively slim. Safety statistics are… Continue reading Is Riding a Bike Safer than Driving?

Eighty Years Ago: Lawrence of Arabia’s Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Almost a century after the fact, details about the May 19, 1935 motorcycle crash that killed T.E. Lawrence are still unclear. Apparently, Lawrence swerved to avoid some boys on bicycles, who may have been on the wrong side of the road. But the other facts are pretty clear. Hurled nearly a hundred feet when his… Continue reading Eighty Years Ago: Lawrence of Arabia’s Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Melon Spill and Trash Fire Shut Down 5 Freeway in California

If you drove on the 5 Freeway between Boyle Heights and Tustin on July 21, 2025, you probably sat in traffic much longer than usual. A large 18-wheeler travelling through Boyle Heights overturned on the transition road, spilling its load of melons all over the highway. California Highway Patrol officers quickly contained a diesel spill… Continue reading Melon Spill and Trash Fire Shut Down 5 Freeway in California

Catastrophic Injuries Explained: Causes, Challenges, and How Lawyers Can Help

Generally, a catastrophic injury is a life-threatening and life-altering injury. A head injury is a good example. These wounds kill more than 70,000 Americans every year. Many of these deaths are brain injury-induced suicides. Furthermore, brain injuries are permanent. Dead brain cells never regenerate. Therefore, these victims must go through life with only partial brain… Continue reading Catastrophic Injuries Explained: Causes, Challenges, and How Lawyers Can Help

RIP ‘Chicago Mike’ Sumler

Few details were available about a May 2025 car crash that killed 71-year-old Michael Sumler, a Kool & the Gang backup singer. “We’re deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mike Sumler,” the band said in a statement. “Mike worked alongside Kool & the Gang from 2004-2015, making sure the guys looked their best… Continue reading RIP ‘Chicago Mike’ Sumler

What Does California Workers’ Comp Pay?

Workers’ compensation, a no-fault insurance plan that covers most work-related illnesses and injuries, usually pays two-thirds of a victim’s average weekly wage for the duration of a temporary or permanent disability. But that’s only part of what workers’ comp pays. Additionally, workers’ compensation covers all reasonably necessary medical expenses. After a serious injury, hospitalization alone… Continue reading What Does California Workers’ Comp Pay?

High-Speed Police Chase in Ventura County Leads to Multiple Serious Injuries

A police pursuit of a shoplifting suspect ended when the man rammed two vehicles on Santa Rosa Road, flipping one of them on its side. The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office said that the incident happened on Jan. 24, 2025, when the 24-year-old Lancaster man was first caught stealing merchandise from a Target store. Ventura… Continue reading High-Speed Police Chase in Ventura County Leads to Multiple Serious Injuries

How to respond after a slip and fall injury: Important Tips!

After a slip and fall accident, victims should prepare for the long, and often frustrating, civil claim process. The process is long because so much money is at stake for property owners. Personal injuries, including slip and fall injuries, cost more than $4 trillion a year. Substantial compensation is available, but insurance companies don’t give… Continue reading How to respond after a slip and fall injury: Important Tips!

When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you sustained a personal injury, you need to hire a personal injury lawyer. We bet you didn’t see that coming. Most people file personal injury lawsuits to obtain justice and compensation. If a competent lawyer doesn’t handle their claims, these two goals are almost impossible to achieve. Insurance companies don’t care about justice or… Continue reading When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer