Fatal accidents happen when various conditions are met, including: High speeds Trucks Drunk driving, especially when combined with high speeds and trucks Trains In many instances, high speeds and drunk driving may be considered to be the negligent behavior that …

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A wrongful death is one of the more tragic causes of action that an attorney handles. A loved one in the prime of life, or even someone elderly who has died from nursing home abuse or any other negligent act …

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All drivers have a duty to exercise ordinary care in operating their auto. This also applies to the conditions under which the car is driven. Even though the speed limit may be 65 mph, you may not exercising ordinary care …

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Like you, we try to stay informed of the latest news with respect to California’s roadways. Whether it is severe traffic congestion, construction-related traffic diversions or accidents and injury, you can rest assured that we will always keep you up …

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It is imperative for anyone planning to consume alcohol that a designated driver is arranged prior to beginning the evening’s festivities. A designated driver can either be a trusted friend who is staying home for the evening or a taxi …

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As a growing cause of personal injury and wrongful death actions, taser lawsuits have become increasingly popular across the U.S. Police often use tasers to stun and subdue unruly or uncooperative suspects. The devices transfer a powerful electric volt into …

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The California Highway Patrol (CHP) serves as a branch of the California State Police. Each officer is duly trained and exposed to the rigors of state police training, issued an official police firearm and most retain their own patrol vehicle …

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Several environmental groups across California filed lawsuits earlier this year in response to the legislature’s approval of the use of methyl iodide- a powerful pesticide known to cause a host of health problems and birth defects. Opponents of the chemical …

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A fatal crash abruptly closed busy Highway 12 in both directions on Monday morning. The crash occurred near the county line separating Solano and Napa counties. California Highway Patrol was on scene almost immediately to investigate the crash. Currently-released details …

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While we implore California motorists to urge and encourage their friends and loved ones to use caution and reasonable prudence when navigating the roadways, this incident is something we never thought possible. An Orange County man was convicted Thursday of …

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Most often, civil lawsuits center around claims between two private citizens involving personal injury, negligence or strict liability. On occasion, lawsuits involve a public or private corporation or company suing or being sued in its capacity as a business entity. …

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We always like to keep you updated on the latest from the CHP as you navigate around California- not only so you can avoid monstrous traffic delays but also as a reminder of the potential for tragedy as so many …

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We reported Tuesday about the tragic turn of events that took place at the parking garage adjacent to the Orange County Children’s Hospital. Inexplicably, a mother of a seven-month old infant tossed her child from the fourth story of the …

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Motorists must always remember to share the road and respectfully defer to cyclists and pedestrians navigating the roadways. Those on bicycles or on foot are not as protected from danger as those in cars and are particularly vulnerable to accidents, …

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California-based LegalZoom.com has lead the way in providing low-cost transactional legal services to clients across the nation. The site assists users with basic legal functions such as creating a will, incorporating a business, filing for divorce and protecting patents. One …

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Patrol units are in search of a driver who ran a woman off the roadway today after spewing venomous hate-filled language at her. Just about the only thing we loathe more than reckless and negligent drivers are negligent drivers fueled …

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Some acts of inhumanity are so horrific we can barely believe our words as we type them. In an unspeakable event of unsurpassed magnitude, law enforcement reported today that a woman tossed her three-month old infant off the fourth-story parking …

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Many Americans turn to over-the-counter pain relievers when plagued with dull aches, pains and headaches. One of the most popular pain reliever brands is the Johnson & Johnson product Motrin. Alarmingly, Motrin has been attributed to more than just the …

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With only a reasonable amount of caution and careful driving, many of the tragic and deadly accidents that occur around California’s highways and interstates. California is experiencing an epidemic of distracted driving as drivers are so dependent upon their smart …

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The California Supreme Court weighed in on a controversial and pivotal worker’s compensation case this week- granting a victor for employers and insurers. The issue involved cost of living increases for worker’s compensation claimants. Specifically, the high court grappled with …

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Safety in the workplace is one of the hallmarks of personal injury prevention. Not only does a safe work environment contribute to increased productivity but it lends itself to lower overall business costs as employers and corporations avoid the costly …

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Products liability cases emerge in situations in which a product is dangerously defective and injures or kills a consumer. The defect could be one of a faulty design or improper assembly by the manufacturer. In many states, products liability suits …

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Motor vehicle accidents often involve serious and life-threatening personal injuries. Many people having survived a vehicle accident report the experience as life-altering and a bittersweet reminder of the brevity of life. Unfortunately, one Southern California-area bus driver will face a …

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We often report on the horrors of negligent driving and the devastation it can lead to. In the following report, we detail the events of a young teen who experienced more than his share of tragedy, injury and eventually death …

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California Highway Patrol continues to investigate a multi-car pileup on Interstate 5 that left three people dead and seven others with serious injuries. The crash involved six vehicles and was allegedly caused by a speeding and negligent big rig operator. …

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We are saddened by the loss of two teenagers and an adult motorist who were all killed after a tragic collision took place on Tuesday afternoon. The teenagers were passengers in a van used to transport juvenile probation offenders to …

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High-speed chases have pervaded the news lately as California Highway Patrol is seemingly always on the hunt for runaway motorists and those evading arrest. Over the past couple weeks, we have reported a number of high-speed chases- one claiming the …

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In some situations, no level of due care or concern for others can prevent injury or tragedy. All too often, drivers suffer from an inexplicable and sudden medical event that causes them to lose control of their vehicles and crash. …

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While we normally report on pedestrian accidents upon California roadways, it is also foreseeable that those engaging in recreational hiking activities are just as vulnerable to injury and death. Many parts of California offer remote access to mountainous regions perfect …

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Each year, children across the U.S. are killed after being left in hot cars without air conditioning for extended periods of time. Perhaps parents think they can quickly run their errands and leave the child unattended. Whatever the reasoning, area …

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California Highway Patrol is well-known throughout the state for responding to crashes and aiding victims of vehicular accidents. However, many Californians are familiar with CHP for an entirely different reason- they recently received a traffic ticket for violating one of …

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The City of Fullerton offered to settle with the family of a homeless schizophrenic man who died after a run-in with law enforcement. The settlement offer, topping $900,000, would be in exchange for the relinquishment of any civil claims against …

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California cities and municipalities enact laws to protect pedestrians from injuries caused by motorists. Pedestrians are required to cross the street only in designated areas and must wait for permission to cross the street when the roadways are clear. Jaywalking …

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- A 19-year old driver has passed away after crashing in the course of a high-speed police chase. The driver was ejected from his Honda after California Highway Patrol pursued him for erratic driving around Interstate 880. At the initial …

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California motorists have a duty to yield to pedestrians and to share the road with all other motorists, cyclists and anyone on foot. All too often, drivers are distracted at the wheel and fail to provide all others on the …

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California is notoriously one of the toughest states in America with regard to dog bite laws and liability. While most states only hold an owner liable if he knows or should know of his dog’s propensity for violence, California recognizes …

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We have reported in the past about the dangers and risks associated with air travel. So many variables are at play when traveling in an air craft including the pilot’s competency and abilities, weather patterns and airplane mechanics. From a …

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Leading the news today is a story about a homeless man who was tragically struck and killed during a high-speed pursuit between California Highway Patrol and another driver. The man was hit on a Fresno off-ramp while asking for change …

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It is nearly impossible to imagine life without the convenience of elevators. They are present every public building higher than one story tall. Many elevators are capable of climbing dozens of floors to the top of the highest sky scrapers. …

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All the hype over this past weekend’s I-405 closure turned out to be just that: hype. Dubbed the “carmageddon,” Southern California residents, California Highway Patrol and local police departments prepared for what was expected to be a weekend filled with …

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Assaultive conduct, also known as battery in the civil justice system, is any conduct amounting to an intentional offensive touching that would be considered unwarranted by the reasonable person with average sensitivities. The touching need not result in actual injury …

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In case you haven’t heard, a ten-mile stretch of one of the busiest highways in the world is going to be closed all weekend. The stretch of highway involves Los Angeles’ I-405 connecting the San Fernando Valley with the West …

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Sinkholes are common occurrences upon freeways and other structures and are caused by natural depressions in the earth’s surface. They are typically caused by the natural deterioration of the earth’s rock surface. A sinkhole can be as small as two …

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A pedestrian always has the right of way as against a motor vehicle or bicycle. However, pedestrians have a strict duty to conduct themselves reasonably under any circumstances. When walking on busy streets, pedestrians must constantly maintain a sense of …

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Motorcyclists are often inclined to throw caution to the wind and navigate the open road on their bikes. Unfortunately, many other drivers either do not take notice of cyclists on the road or refuse to share the road equally. This …

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California Highway Patrol (CHP) had its hands busy over the past couple days as multiple accidents and injuries were reported across the state. As always, we urge everyone to practice extreme caution when using California’s roadways. DUI’s, hits-and-run and distracted …

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Baseball-related injuries and death have taken over the new outlets the past few weeks. Beginning with the season-opening brutal beating at Dodger’s stadium and followed up by the tragic death of a fan at Texas stadium, America’s favorite pastime is …

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Home fires are emotionally and financially devastating. Fires often start as a small spark which leads to an accidental ignition of all or part of a room. From there, it isn’t long until an entire home is engulfed in flames. …

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Injury from consumer products falls under the legal doctrine of strict products liability. This means that manufacturers or sellers of commercial products are under a strict duty to produce quality goods that will not harm, injure or kill unsuspecting consumers. …

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Late last month, the California Supreme Court made its ruling on a pivotal case pertaining to overtime pay for out-of-state workers. The issue in the case was three-fold and involved i) whether the (worker-friendly) California Labor Code applies to out-of-state …

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Two stories grace the Southern California news blotter this week as a police officer was injured in a motorcycle accident while in another precinct a woman died as she was held in custody. Both stories regard different police stations but …

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A former California Highway Patrolman is seeking $3.5 million in damages based on claims of discrimination by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). In court documents, the plaintiff contends that the CHP discriminated against him after he served as a whistleblower …

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July 4th brings about unprecedented dangers and hazards as fireworks simultaneously ignite while people use gas grills, drink heavily and frequent swimming pools. Law enforcement is always on high alert during any of the nation’s festivities claiming long weekends in …

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House fires can reap devastating affects upon homeowners as a fire can easily swallow up an entire home in minutes. House fires claim the lives of thousands of Americans each year and cause billions of dollars in property damage. Many …

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Medical malpractice suits are a very common type of personal injury lawsuits that involve injured medical patients seeking restitution and damages from their caregivers. The plaintiff must prove that the doctor or caregiver owed a duty to the patient to …

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We would love nothing more than to return to work on Tuesday with no reports of car accidents or injuries. However, July 4th weekend marks one of the most dangerous celebratory weekends on the calendar as Californians simultaneous balance fireworks, …

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Manufactures have a duty to protect vulnerable consumers from death or bodily injury from defects in their products. This notion is contained in a body of law known as “products liability.” Products liability law results in a type of civil …

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Tragedy can strike at a moment’s notice. Here at Ledger Law and Associates, we specialize in helping people deal with the monotonous legal details that are associated with unthinkable and unspeakable life heartbreak. As personal injury advocates, we stand for …

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In 2009, a tragic big rig crash left one child and her father dead, others seriously injured and a bookstore completely demolished when the trailer lost its brake power and careened into the store front. The crash took hundreds of …

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