Author Archives: Dennis Stout
Wrongful Death Compensation: What You Need To Know Before Filing A Claim
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were nearly 225,000 unintentional injuries causing deaths in 2021. When one person passes away because of another’s wrongful action through carelessness or intentional action, the surviving loved ones may be able to claim “wrongful death” compensation. The processes of wrongful death claims can be… Read More »
The Importance of Expert Witnesses
Expert witnesses can be relevant in many types of lawsuits, but they can be especially important in motor vehicle accident cases. The testimony of an expert witness can demonstrate that the victim’s positions contending the accident and resulting injuries are accurate. In addition, they can effectively provide answers to difficult questions the jury may… Read More »
Motorcycle Safety Tips for California Riders
Nothing is more liberating than hitting the open roads on your bike after a long day. Yet, while countless riders turn to this escape for that much-needed adrenalin rush, it is not without its risks. Big risks! In truth, every year, over 5,000 motorcyclists lose their lives in motorcycle crashes. That is why, as… Read More »
Waiver of Liability
With the weather warming up and many people heading outdoors to participate in recreational activities, the subject of liability or responsibility for injury arises. In many activities, one must sign a liability waiver just to participate in the activity. In other activities, particularly spectator situations, a waiver is included in the price of admission… Read More »
A Summer Toy Injured My Child: Now What?
Summertime is when you and your children like to kick back, relax, and have some fun. Some of your kids’ favorite activities include playing with their summer toys. Perhaps they like to float on a pool toy, squirt their friends with water guns, or go on the Slip ‘N Slide. While all of these… Read More »
EVEN UNSUPERVISED ACTS FALL WITHIN MICRA
Yet another blow has been delivered to injured persons and to the legal community as it applies to the non-economic cap of damages in California under the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act. In February of this year, the California Supreme Court ruled that the State’s cap on non-economic damages applies to losses and damages… Read More »
Legionnaires’ Disease
Legionnaires’ Disease is a type of pneumonia or lung infection caused by Legionella bacteria. Legionnaires’ Disease is generally contracted when individuals breathe in particles contained with the Legionella bacteria. Generally, Legionnaires’ Disease presents symptoms similar to other respiratory infections, but without proper treatment, can be fatal. Individuals with pulmonary or respiratory comorbidities, and elderly,… Read More »
What Happens If You Get Injured at an Outdoor Shopping Mall?
California is home to some of the best weather in the world, which means that you can be outdoors nearly every single day of the year. That’s why outdoor malls are so popular here. However, while they are fun, they can also pose a number of risks. It’s important to learn about what happens… Read More »
Suing a Driver Under the Influence for Personal Injury
When someone is caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they could face criminal charges in the form of a DUI. However, if they injured you while they were under the influence, then you could take them to court and sue them for personal injury. Damages, including damages to punish them (punitive… Read More »
HOV Lane Guidelines
High occupancy lane(s) or “HOV” lanes (sometimes also described as car pool lanes) are restricted to use by vehicles with greater than one occupant. It is illegal for single occupant vehicles to use the HOV lane(s) for travel, and most definitely for passing other vehicles! Single occupancy vehicles should not cross over the solid… Read More »
