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What Will an OSHA Inspection Entail?

January 6, 2016 by

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is charged with making sure employers follow guidelines for protecting employees and creating a safe worksite.  OSHA conducts periodic routine inspections as well as investigations when reportable injuries or fatalities occur on-the-job.  If an employer is found to be in violation of workplace safety rules, OSHA can levy fines and impose other penalties.  Employers can also be put on a Severe Violators list and become subject to more … [Read more...]

What if I Was injured in a Hit-and-Run Accident?

January 5, 2016 by

Drivers involved in collisions in California are expected to stop and exchange insurance and contact information with other involved motorists.  In cases where an injury or death occurs if a driver fails to stop, that driver may face criminal charges for a hit-and-run accident. Victims of a hit-and-run accident can face many challenges in seeking compensation for crash related losses. First and foremost, the accident victim may be unable to find and/or identify the … [Read more...]

Do Trucking Laws Affect Your Personal Injury Case?

December 23, 2015 by

Drivers of commercial trucks are required to follow all state traffic safety laws as well as the federal laws found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.  Federal laws address a wide range of issues from suspension of a driver's license for impaired driving, inspection requirements for trucks to record-keeping requirements for trucking companies. Trucking laws affect your personal injury case in many important ways, so if you have been in a truck crash, it is important to hire a Long … [Read more...]

Premises Liability: An Owner’s Duty to an Invitee and a Licensee

December 21, 2015 by

Property owners whose properties are open to the public, or to guests, have certain duties to people who come onto their land or into their buildings.  The duty of taking care of a property can also extend to a renter or possessor, if they are responsible for taking care of the space.  When an injury occurs on a property, the victim must show there was a dangerous condition, the property owner had a duty to correct or warn about the condition, and the property owner's … [Read more...]

Can Reshaping Los Angeles Roads Reduce Car and Pedestrian Accident Risks?

December 15, 2015 by

Los Angeles has long been an automobile-focused city, but trends may be shifting.  As the LA Times reports, city leaders have endorsed a sweeping policy designed to rework some of the main boulevards to make them more accessible for buses, bicycles and pedestrians.  This, in turn, will leave less room for motor vehicles. The new mobility plan is creating controversy.  Transit advocates and the growing bicyclist and pedestrian community are excited about the changes, but opponents … [Read more...]

Free Report: Are Punitive Damages Awarded for Construction Accidents?

December 14, 2015 by

Under the law in the state of California, workers are not generally permitted to sue their employers for injuries sustained on-the-job.  This includes injuries occurring at construction sites.  Employers can be sued for intentional wrongdoing that falls outside of the workers' compensation framework, but otherwise workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy.  An employee injured on-the-job may obtain workers' compensation benefits without proving negligence--and may obtain benefits even in the … [Read more...]

What Are The New Drunk Driving Accident Risks?

December 9, 2015 by

New studies from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have some good news and some bad news.  While the number of drivers with alcohol in their system has declined since 2007, the number of drivers with marijuana or other drugs has gone up.  The mixed results from the study show there is still a very serious risk that some motorists are driving while impaired. Drunk Driving Accident Risks in Long Beach The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has conducted a … [Read more...]

Signing A Release Of Liability After a Car Accident Could Cost You Thousands

December 8, 2015 by

After an auto accident, the insurance company may pressure you to sign a release of liability.  Whether you are making a claim with your own insurer or against another driver's insurance, you could find yourself with an insurance adjuster putting a release of liability form in front of you. Before you sign this form, or any other paperwork from an insurer, you should talk with a Long Beach car accident lawyer.  Releasing the insurer and the other driver of liability too soon … [Read more...]

Free Report: What Is a Defective Product Liability Claim in California?

December 7, 2015 by

California and the federal government have many laws designed to protect the safety of consumers. Several federal agencies are charged with enforcing rules and regulations and with initiating or overseeing recalls when products turn out to be dangerous. Manufacturers have obligations to consumers under these state and federal laws, and must make sure they conduct necessary testing before their products are released to the marketplace. Manufacturers make promises about the safety of their … [Read more...]

4 Types of Experts Who Can Help Win Your Slip and Fall Case

December 3, 2015 by

When you are hurt in a slip and fall accident, you can make a claim to obtain compensation.  Hiring a lawyer is a smart option because your lawyer can assist with all the legal steps you need to make your case. One of the most important things an attorney can do is to connect you with a network of experts who can help you win your slip and fall case.  Putting expert witnesses on the stand can make a big difference in whether a jury awards you compensation, and can affect the … [Read more...]