Why Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help with Insurance Claims? Any situation in which you are injured may result in you having to file the stain with your insurance, whether it be a car accident or a slip and fall injury. Many people may think it better to not hire a lawyer to help with their case and potentially…
May 19, 2020
Slip and Fall
A slip and fall accident is the most common liability case in the workplace or otherwise. A slip and fall incident occurs when a worker, resident, or guest falls due to a slippery surface; as opposed to a trip and fall which occurs when there is a break or inconsistency in the surface on which the individual falls. The premise…
October 2, 2018
California Legalizes Riding E-Scooters Without a Helmet, and First Fatal E-Scooter Accident Occurs Shortly Thereafter
Two trends that are shaking up transportation in California and across the country are the push toward self-driving cars and the rise of e-scooters. At Ledger Law, we have covered the latest legal news in the self-driving sector extensively, but the e-scooter trend is one well worth paying attention to in the area of personal injury law. Bird, an electric…
October 2, 2018
Las Vegas Mass Shooting Lawyer
On October 1, 2017, the worst mass shooting by an individual in the United States occurred when the shooter opened fire on concert attendees at the Route 91 Harvest Festival. Hundreds of bullets were fired from the 32nd floor of the nearby Mandalay Bay, which is owned and operated by MGM Resorts. The festival itself was held at Las Vegas Village,…
September 29, 2018
The Ledger Law Firm Holds Tribute Gathering & Silent Auction for Las Vegas Mass Shooting Victims
On the night of October 1, 2017, the deadliest mass shooting committed by an individual in the U.S. occurred in Las Vegas. One year later, The Ledger Law Firm pays tribute to those brave victims by holding a Tribute Gathering & Silent Auction on October 1, 2018 at Rockwell's Bakery in Orange, California. October 1, 2018 marks one long year…
February 14, 2018
FAQ About Personal Injury Lawsuits
Q: Why do I need a personal injury lawyer? A: When you are injured in an accident, it may have have been caused by the negligence or legal wrongdoing of a responsible party. This is true in car, motorcycle and truck accidents, as well as any other type of accident. Do not assume you have no legal claim without talking…
January 3, 2018
Two Key Changes to California Law Drivers Should Know for 2018
The vast majority of car accidents caused nationwide as well as California are caused by "driver error." Indeed, a stunning 90% or so of motor vehicle accidents are at least partly caused by driver mistakes, based on Stanford's Center for Internet and Society at Stanford Law School. Naturally, unpacking these driver errors requires a thorough understanding of California law. To…
October 23, 2017
The Ledger Law Firm Retained By Las Vegas Shooting Victim
The Ledger Law Firm has been retained to represent shooting victim Douglas Cotter, who was seriously injured in the Las Vegas shooting, the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history. On October 1, 2017, a gunman fired into a crowd enjoying a concert from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. 58 people were…
August 17, 2014
Pedestrian Accident Statistics in Victorville California
Every year in the United States, thousands of injuries and fatalities occur due to pedestrian accidents. According to the California Department of Public Health, 254 pedestrian fatalities occurred in the Victorville area from 2007 through 2012. In addition, 1,645 pedestrians sustained non-fatal injuries. There are high numbers that reveal a huge safety concern for pedestrians in the Victorville area. What’s…
August 2, 2012
CALIFORNIA ACCIDENT UPDATES
Every once in a while we like to give you updates on some of the many accidents that have occurred around California. All involve potential mechanical, product, human error or negligence. All could have potentially been avoided. Some have happy endings. Others, unfortunately, do not. We hope this update serves as a reminder to all that safety should always be…