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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
If you are like most accident victims in California, you are looking for the right lawyer to represent you in your negligence lawsuit. Accidents can happen at any time and take many forms. Common types of California accidents include car accidents, motorcycle accidents, train accidents and airplane accidents. Regardless of what type of accident you were in, if you suffered injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence, then you may be entitled to recover monetary compensation for those injuries from the responsible party or parties. Many victims schedule consultations with a small number of lawyers in an effort to determine which lawyer they feel is the right one to handle their case. Consultations are a great way to get to know your prospective lawyer and to ask any questions that you may have. If you have gotten to the point of scheduling consultations, then you want to be prepared to make the most out of the limit time that you have with the lawyer. The California accident law firm of Ledger & Ledger says that there are a number of things that you can do to prepare for a consultation with an accident lawyer:
1. Bring documents with you. Exactly what documents you may have will differ from case to case and may depend on what type of accident you were involved in, but can include police reports, insurance policies, product warranties and sales receipts. You are better off bringing everything that you think may be useful and let the lawyer decide what he wants to see.
2. Bring medical reports or discharge summaries. If you received any medical treatment after the accident, bring any paperwork that indicates what injuries you suffered and/or what treatment you received or are continuing to receive. Again, more is better if you are unsure what to bring.
3. Prepare a list of questions. Most initial consultations are limited to under an hour so you want to make sure that you ask all the important questions while you are there. What is important to you may be different than what is important to someone else, but common questions are: “How long have you been practicing law?” “What type of cases do you take?” “What is your success rate” and “What are your fees”. You may also want to ask practical questions about where their offices are located, how you will be able to communicate with them and what hours they are available for appointments.
By preparing yourself for your consultation with a California accident lawyer, you will get the most out of the consultation and the lawyer will be in a better position to answer your questions and evaluate your case.
If you are in need of a California accident attorney, please call the law offices of Ledger & Associates and make an appointment for a free and detailed evaluation with accident lawyer Emery Ledger. With over a decade of experience in all types of accident cases, attorney Ledger can answer all of your accident case questions. The law firm can be reached online at www.ledgerlaw.com or by calling 1-800-300-0001.
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Monday, May 31st, 2010
If you own a motorcycle, then you know that along with the incredible freedom that comes along with riding, you also accept the risks of an accident. Despite decades of attempts by both government entities and private groups to educate the car and truck driving masses about the need to watch out for motorcycles, they still fall short. Statistics tell us that the majority of the time when a motorcycle is involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle, the passenger vehicle was at fault or more at fault in the accident. Of those accidents, drivers most often report that the reason they were involved in the accident in the first place was because they simply did not see the motorcycle. Motorcycle safety has also come a long way. Bikes are made better and come equipped with a number of safety minded options. Protective clothing is available to prevent or limit the severity if injuries if the worst happens. Many states now require protective head gear to be worn at all times to prevent or limit head injuries. Having said all of that, if you are involved in a motorcycle accident, the chances are good that you have suffered damages (injuries in legal terms). SO how do you know what your motorcycle accident case if worth?
According to California motorcycle accident attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associates, determining the value of any personal injury claim can be complicated and may involve a number of factors that are specific to your case alone. There are, however, a few things to take into advantage in all motorcycle accident cases to help you determine the value.
1. Who was at fault? If the other person was 100% at fault, then that makes computing damages much simpler. While you may think that the other driver was completely at fault, that may not turn out to be the case. Even if you did share some of the fault, in California as long as the other person was MORE at fault, you may still be able to recover damages and receive compensation. Your compensation will simply be adjusted according to the amount of fault (or negligence in legal terms) that you shared in the accident.
2. What are your economic damages? Economic damages are quantifiable damages. These include things such as medical bills, lost wages, damage to your bike and others.
3. What are your non-economic damages? Non-economic damages are what most people think of as “pain and suffering”. Computing non-economic damages can be more difficult and may depend on this such as the type and severity of physical injuries you suffered and your general health before the accident.
Only an experienced California motorcycle accident attorney can accurately determine what the value of your motorcycle accident case is based on your specific set of facts. If you have been in a motorcycle accident, contact the motorcycle accident law firm of Ledger & Associates as soon as possible for your free detailed evaluation of your motorcycle accident case. They can be reached by visiting them online at www.ledgerlaw.com or by telephone at 1-800-300-0001.
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Sunday, May 30th, 2010
Many people have heard the term Mesothelioma, but generally only those that have affected by it have any real idea what it is. Mesothelioma is a relatively rare type of cancer. In people afflicted with mesothelioma, malignant cancer cells are found in the mesothelium. So what is the mesothelium and how does one get mesothelioma?
The mesothelium is a membrane, or protective sac, that covers and protects the majority of the body’s internal organs. The mesothelium has two layers so that one layer is directly around the organ it is protecting and the other forms a sac around the first layer. The mesothelium produces a lubricating fluid that is released between the two layers which allows moving organs such as the beating heart or expanding lungs to glide easily against adjacent structures. The mesothelium can be referred to by different names depending on where in the body it is located. The peritoneum is the mesothelial tissue that covers most organs found in the abdominal cavity while the pleura surrounds the lungs and lines the walls of the chest cavity for example.
Mesothelioma – or cancer of the mesothelium – happens when the cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and start to divide put of control. When that happens, they begin to invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Not only can they damage nearby tissues and organs, but when cancer cells metastasize (spread) to other parts of the body they can cause damage their as well.
Mesothelioma was once thought of as an extremely rare type of cancer. Over the last 20 years, the reported incidences of mesothelioma have increased at an alarming rate. Working with, or exposure to, asbestos is the largest risk factor for developing mesothelioma. Estimates are that 70-80% of the reported cases of mesothelioma can be traced back to extended exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a has been used in many industries including flooring products, brake linings, roof shingles, cement, insulation, textiles and many others. When these products are being manufactured, small particles of asbestos may escape into the air and then be swallowed by unsuspecting employees. Once these particles enter your lungs, they can increase your risk of developing mesothelioma.
Asbestos has been widely used in the United States for over 100 years in the manufacture of different products. The potential link between asbestos and cancer has been known for over 50 years, but regulations were not put in place to protect workers until recently. Now, the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) sets very strict guidelines for how much asbestos a worker can be exposed to. While that may help those that work in asbestos industries at the moment, there were thousands, maybe millions, that were exposed to asbestos before those rules and regulations were put into place. Worst of all, family members of workers in an asbestos industry could have also been exposed to the cancer causing asbestos and are also at risk for developing mesothelioma.
If you, or a loved one, worked in an industry that used asbestos, or believe that you were exposed to asbestos for any other reason, consult a physician for a thorough examination. The actual symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear for as long as 50 years after exposure takes place. Only a physician can diagnose mesothelioma but the sooner you are diagnosed the better your chances of beating the disease.
If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries you and your family have suffered as a result of exposure to asbestos. To find out more about your legal options, contact the mesothelioma law firm of Ledger & Associates at 1-800-300-0001 or visit them online at www.ledgerlaw.com.
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Saturday, May 29th, 2010
California is one of the most beautiful states to own and ride a motorcycle in by anyone’s standards. If you are a California resident and motorcycle enthusiasts then you already know this. Where else can be ride along the ocean, through the mountains and end up in the desert all in one day? The weather is certainly another good reason to own and ride a bike in California. Sadly, the biggest drawback to riding, in any state, is the disproportionate number of accidents that motorcyclists are involved in compared to passenger vehicles.
Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show us that for every 100 million miles of motorcycle travel there are approximately 632 injuries. Compare this to only 122 injuries for the same miles of passenger car travel. The facts all point to motorcycle riding being more dangerous than riding in a passenger car. What makes these statistics even more frustrating for bikers is that those same statistics tell us that over two-thirds of the time when a motorcycle is involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle, the passenger vehicles is ultimately found to be negligent (at fault) for the accident. Clearly, the efforts at motorcycle safety over the past few decades have failed to educate the public about the need to be aware of motorcycles. So what can you do if you have been involved in a motorcycle accident and you believe the other driver was at fault?
A personal injury lawsuit is a way for an injured person to receive compensation from the responsible party. The State of California follows the rules of comparative negligence for personal injury motorcycle accidents. What this means, in essence, is that more than one person, or entity, can share the blame for an accident. In other words, if you are found to be 10% at fault – or negligent – for your accident, you may still be able to collect compensation for any damages or injuries that you suffered in the accident. Your settlement, or jury award, will simply be adjusted to reflect the percentage of negligence that you had in the accident. Therefore, as long as the other person was MORE at fault, you may have a valid personal injury lawsuit.
In a personal injury lawsuit, you may be able to collect for economic and non-economic damages. Examples of economic damages include things such as damage to your motorcycle, lost time form work and medical bills. Non-economic damages represent the suffering that you went through as a result of the accident. The value of your personal injury case will vary depending on a number of factors. If you would like to get an idea of whether you have a valid California motorcycle personal injury accident case, feel free to contact motorcycle attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associates. Ledger & Associates have been fighting for the rights of motorcycle enthusiasts in the State of California for over a decade and will be happy to give you a free and detailed evaluation of your case. They can be contacted online at www.ledgerlaw.com or by calling 1-800-300-0001.
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Monday, May 24th, 2010
While commercial aviation has become one of the safest modes of transportation, aviation accidents do still happen. Sadly, when they happen they often have catastrophic and tragic results as evidenced by the Air India crash last week. The crash was the worst aviation accident in the last decade for India.
According to news reports, the Air India Boeing 737 passenger jet departed from Dubai, United Arab Emirates without incident on its way to Mangalore, India. Neither the pilot nor the co-pilot reported any problems while en route to Mangalore and weather conditions were reported as good at the time. When attempting to land, however, in Mangalore, the plane overshot the runway at Mangalore International Airport causing the plane to hit a barrier wall and ultimately land in a valley. The crash killed 158 of the 166 people on board. Experts are currently searching for the “black box” that is found on all commercial jets to attempt to determine what went wrong that caused the plane to miss its landing and ultimately cause the crash that took 158 lives. Experts from the United States National Transportation Safety Board are expected to conduct an investigation of the crash.
Despite advances over the last few decades in aviation and safety, aviation accidents are still possible. Statistics tell us that almost half of all aviation accidents are the result of human error or mechanical failure. Human error can include pilot error or air traffic control error. While large jets such as the Boeing 737 do include many automated systems for flying the plane and monitoring the flight systems, responsibility for the safe departure and arrival of a plane is still highly dependent on the pilots and the air traffic control operators. While it may be weeks or months before we know what caused the crash of the Air India flight, we do know that 158 passengers lost their lives and another eight may suffer physical injuries and psychological trauma for the rest of their lives.
The Indian government has already announced that it will be paying the families of the deceased passengers what amounts to about $25,000 per victim pursuant to their regulations for accident victims. What would the families be entitled to here in the United States? If the accident had happened here, family members would be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit for the passengers that were killed or the survivors could file a personal injury lawsuit. Unlike other countries, the amount that the families or the victims are entitled to is no predetermined. Under either a wrongful death lawsuit or a personal injury lawsuit, you will be able to provide evidence of the damages that were suffered by you personally in the case of a personal injury lawsuit or evidence of the future support that you will not have to live without in the case of a wrongful death lawsuit. The ultimate value of your lawsuit will be determined through negotiations with the responsible party – in this case the airline – or through a jury trial wherein the jury will determine the amount of damages that you are entitled to.
If you have been the victim of an aviation accident or have lost a family member as a result of an aviation accident, please call California aviation attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associates for more information on your legal options. He may be reached at 1-800-300-0001.
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
Americans are living longer than in years past. While this should be good news, sadly, it has also led to an increase in elder abuse. According to the latest census, about 13% of the United States population is age 65 or older. Compare that figure to just 4% of the population being in the 65 or older age group in 1900. With advances in medicine and better health, diet and exercise habits, many seniors are self-sufficient well into their twilight years. For those that do eventually need help, whether it’s as simple as a weekly visit from a caregiver or around the clock care in a nursing home, studies show us that they are extremely vulnerable to abuse and neglect.
America’s senior citizens are our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. They may have been pioneers in their field or simply dedicated and hard workers during their lifetime. Regardless, they deserve to spend their twilight years without worrying that someone will take advantage of them or abuse them. They deserve our respect. Unfortunately, for many, instead they become the victim of elder abuse. Elder abuse can take many forms. Elder abuse can strike in the form of financial abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse or neglect. Estimates are that between one and two million Americans over the age of 65 have been mistreated or abused by a caregiver. Exact figures are very hard to come by because incidents of elder abuse frequently go unreported. Experts think that there may be as many as ten times more cases of elder abuse than those that are reported.
The main reason that elder abuse is so under-reported is that they are such a vulnerable population. Many seniors are terrified to say anything about abuse that they are suffering for fear of retaliation. If they are financially or physically dependent on the caregiver that is abusing them, then they may be scared to say anything for fear of making the situation worse. Additionally, many seniors suffer from mental conditions that make communicating difficult. Those that abuse elders take advantage of these situations and count on the victim to remain silent. Elder abuse can happen in long-term care facilities, retirement homes, hospitals or by private caregivers or even family members.
Abuse of the elderly is a crime in the State of California and the perpetrator can be arrested and charged with a variety of charges depending on the abuse involved. Elder abuse can also lead to civil lawsuits in the form of negligence claims or even wrongful death lawsuits. If you suspect that someone you know aged 65 or older-whether it’s a family member or friend- is being abused in any way, report your suspicions to the proper authorities immediately. If you believe that your loved one has been physically injured as a result of the neglect or abuse or that a loved one’s death was the result of abuse or neglect, you may also have the basis for a California personal injury lawsuit or wrongful death lawsuit.
If you would like more information about your legal options if you feel that a loved one has been the victim of elder abuse, please contact California elder abuse attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associates at 1-800-300-0001 or visit him online at www.ledgerlaw.com
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Monday, May 3rd, 2010
If you are one of the thousands of people that have been affected by the numerous Toyota recalls over the past year, you may be wondering how the latest decision made by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) will affect your case or lawsuit. First, the JPML is a panel of federal judges they are charged with looking into federal cases wherein a number of Plaintiffs have filed suit for the same or very similar reasons and determining whether judicial economy would be better served if the cases were moved to a single court for the pre-trial discovery phase. The panel also then selects the location for the centralization of the cases if the decision is made to centralize. Centralization is not the same as filing a class action lawsuit. When cases are centralized at the federal level, they are only moved to a single court for the pre-trial or discovery phase of the legal process.
In the case of the many lawsuits that have been filed against Toyota – and those that are expected to be filed – the decision was made to centralize them due to the fact that the cases will all rely on much of the same evidence and will require testimony from many of the same individuals. The idea is that by centralizing the cases attorneys for both sides do not have to duplicate efforts therefore raising the costs of the lawsuits as well as taking considerably longer to conclude the cases. Interestingly, the decision was made to include both personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits in the centralization order along with the economic loss lawsuits.
So what does this decision mean to you is you are considering filing a lawsuit against Toyota? In practical terms, it means that all the pre-trial filings and discovery will be conducted in California. Regardless of where you live or where you injuries took place, the case will be moved to California for the time being. This also means that a single judge – Judge Selna – will be responsible for making all the decision regarding pre-trial discovery issues in all the Toyota cases. Pre-trial discovery issued can be crucial decisions in any legal case. Issues regarding who can be deposed, what evidence is admissible and what experts can be used are generally determined at this stage in the process. If your case is not resolved during the discovery stage, then it will be returned back to the originally court for trial; however the decisions that were made at the pre-trial stage may have already affected the outcome of the case.
If you have been injured, either physically or financially, by a Toyota manufactured vehicle and would like to speak to California Toyota recall attorney about how the decision to centralize the cases may effect your specific situation, then please feel free to contact Emery Ledger at his law firm of Ledger & Associates. Attorney Ledger can be reached at 1-800-300-0001 or online at www.ledgerlaw.com.
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