Author Archives: Sara Morgan
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Lawsuit Loans – An Overview
Individuals who are in the midst of a claim have the ability to seek a cash advance or lawsuit loan. Before deciding if a litigation fund is a good option, it is important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of either choice. Many individuals who are suffering escalating medical expenses or don’t have the… Read More »
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
While many Californians are familiar with the idea that “pedestrians have the right of way”, what this means and whether it is applied in actual real-world circumstances are open questions. The Vehicle Code, Section 21950 tells us: (a) The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway… Read More »
Anesthesia Errors That Result in Death
Anesthesia is a powerful sedative that can help patients through delicate medical procedures. Anesthesia, however, requires specialized training and is so powerful, misuse including life long disability brain damage and/or death could quickly result in devastating physical consequences for the patient. Unfortunately, these types of errors can occur (more often than we would hope)… Read More »
Learn About Wrongful Death Lawsuits in the State of California
Losing a loved one as a result of another can be one of the most catastrophic situations a person can endure. When a person has lost his or her life as a result of another, the survivors may have the legal right to pursue a wrongful death claim. California law surrounding wrongful death claims… Read More »
Nursing Home Responsible for Adenovirus Outbreak
A recent federal report regarding an outbreak at a New Jersey nursing home highlighted several disturbing failures on the part of the nursing home staff. Between 09/26/2018 and 12/11/2018, over 33 children and 1 staff member were sickened by adenovirus, ultimately resulting in the deaths of 11 of the sickened children. According to the… Read More »
What to do After a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents are some of the most dangerous accidents as motorcycle riders typically have less protection than a driver of a car or other vehicle. No amount of caution or preparation can completely protect a motorcyclist from the negligence of another driver. If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, you should consider the following information…. Read More »
Writ Of Claim and Delivery
I recently read an article about the dispute over a 1959 Remy Martin guitar once owned by Kurt Cobain, which discussed the efforts of Courtney Love to recover this guitar from her daughter’s ex-husband. It reminded me of a procedure sometimes used by parties in disputes over personal property called a “writ of possession”… Read More »
Catastrophic Injury Law: What You Should Know About Amputation Injuries and the Law
When a person has undergone an amputation, he or she faces a long and troublesome road to recovery. Amputations cause serious and life-altering consequences to every victim. Due to the great impact they have on individuals, amputation injury cases require the legal support of highly specialized, dedicated, and caring attorneys. Qualified lawyers well versed… Read More »
CAREGIVER-PATIENT ABUSE: THE ULTIMATE BETRAYAL
The breaking news today that a suspect had been identified and arrested for the “sexual assault” of an incapacitated patient at an Arizona long-term care facility brought a flood of emotions and questions. Of course, it is relieving to know that this predator*, posing as a caregiver, was apprehended. However, there are many other… Read More »
PLAINTIFF’S RIGHT TO PRIVACY
In today’s modern social environment, it has become increasingly important to manage one’s personal and private information in order to protect against identity theft, fraud, and the like. As people’s digital footprints grow, so do their concerns about protecting their private information. People involved in lawsuits, and especially personal injury plaintiffs, are often required… Read More »
