Many people are unprepared when they consult with an attorney about their case for the first time. As a result, they may fail to explain their claim in its entirety, or neglect to provide key documents which might prove-up their damages or the liability of the other...
There are myriad factors to consider in determining the potential value of a personal injury claim. Obviously, the extent and nature of the injuries, along with liability, will be the two primary factors guiding the negotiations of a settlement or the finding of a...
in a previous article, some of the immunities that public entities enjoy against civil litigation were considered. A related topic involves thc pre-litigation notice that such entities are statutorily entitled to: with almost no exceptions, lawsuits involving the...
A bankruptcy proceeding filed by the party or parties that injured you can result in a stay of your claim. The defendant may be able to stop your lawsuit against them while their bankruptcy is sorted out and you may have to take your claims to the bankruptcy court. If...
Not only are operators of motorcycles more likely to be injured, but they are more likely than other motorists to suffer from many debilitating or permanent injuries. A rider should always wear the proper protective gear when on a motorcycle, but despite such...
In California, the courts have held that a failure to disclose physical defects in real property, such as a construction defect or soil erosion, can be the grounds for a lawsuit against the sellers and/or real-estate agents who fail to disclose such defects....