Four cars were involved in a fatal car accident recently in Brentwood, California, and now the police are looking for answers to the wreck. The crash occurred when a truck crashed into the back of a Ford Fusion. Those two vehicles were then pushed forward into two...
San Mateo Personal Injury Law Blog
Some unique premises liability situations, explained
When someone is injured on the property of another person or company, it is right to start asking questions. Who is liable? Was my injury caused by their premises or my own actions? Are the conditions of the property up to the acceptable standard? Were the people in...
2014 data shows drop in fatal workplace accidents in California
A report from the California Department of Industrial Relations found that the number of fatal workplace incidents in 2014 (the most recent year for available data) showed a sharp decline from previous years. In 2012 and 2013, there were 375 workplace deaths and 396...
On dog bites and the people responsible for them
Dog bites aren't talked about enough. Even though dogs are man's best friend, they can also be incredibly powerful and vicious animals too. When a dog views another person as a threat and they attack with unrelenting force, the victim often suffers terrible injuries....
Why can’t I get proper medical care?
Simple Answer: The insurance company does not want to pay for proper medical care.The Labor Code (which controls workers compensation) provides for medical care to "cure or relieve" from the effects of the injury. However, powerful special interests (insurance...
Why won’t my employer take me back if I get hurt?
We see if often. Someone gets hurt at work. The company says you can return to work, but your boss will not take you back. I hear this all the time.Your doctor gives you "temporary work restrictions," but your boss says you cannot come back unless you have "no...
