Recent Blog Posts
Products Liability Claims: Defective Holiday Gifts
The holiday season is one of the biggest selling seasons for all markets. Consumers all across the state are flocking the malls and shopping centers to purchase and share holiday cheer. The high demand for new products, however, can prove to be catastrophic for unsuspecting families as some products may be carelessly made and… Read More »
Important Factors to Consider When Filing for a Medical Malpractice Claim in the State of California
If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of the carelessness of a medical practitioner or hospital, it is important to know that there may be an opportunity to seek financial compensation for the injuries sustained. As a patient in the State of California, you may have a legal right… Read More »
Understanding Wrongful Death Lawsuits in the State of California
Losing a loved one is devastating. This event can be even more hurtful if your loved one passed away due to the negligence of another. This article will highlight important wrongful death laws in the State of California including important aspects of filing for a claim and what type of damages are available. Equally… Read More »
SOCIAL HOST LIABILITY
As the Christmas and New Year’s holiday season approaches, I felt it was a good time for a refresher examination of the social host liability laws in the State of California. As it applies to alcohol related issues, the following is an update of the current state of the law in California. In 2017,… Read More »
AUTONOMOUS MACHINERY AND PERSONAL INJURY LAW
I recently read a news release announcing that WalMart was planning to expand a current program that utilizes self-driving, floor-cleaning robots to cover 360 stores beginning next year. According to the article, WalMart currently operates over 100 of these commercial floor-cleaners. Those powered by the BrainOS platform will, at the push of a button,… Read More »
Dealing With Uninsured Motorists: Important Factors to Consider if An Uninsured Driver Has Injured You
As a driver in the State of California, you will likely deal with hundreds of other motorists on a daily basis. The following article will cover some of the most important elements to consider if you have been injured by a driver who does not carry auto insurance or otherwise has insufficient auto insurance… Read More »
Primary Assumption of the Risk Not Always a Bar to Recovery
One interesting, and ever-evolving, area of the law is that which surrounds the primary assumption of risk doctrine. I’ve written on this topic several times before, you can read the articles at the links below: https://www.heitingandirwin.com/primary-assumption-of-the-risk-in-sports-cases-2/ https://www.heitingandirwin.com/primary-assumption-of-the-risk-strikes-again/ https://www.heitingandirwin.com/when-standing-next-to-a-horse-becomes-horseback-riding/ https://www.heitingandirwin.com/assumption-of-risk-in-sports/ A quick recap: Since the landmark case, Knight v. Jewett (1992) 3 Cal 4th, 296,… Read More »
Product Liability in the State of California
The State of California is one of the most innovative states in the nation. From the promotion of self-driving cars to drones, these modern technologies are becoming increasingly common in the State of California. While new inventions may seem ideal, many consumers can find that some products are not reliable. Unfortunately, some of these… Read More »
SELF-EMPLOYED LITIGANTS STILL NEED “OFF-WORK” NOTES
When someone is injured due to another’s negligence, one of the many losses attorneys attempt to recover are earnings which were lost during periods of disability or incapacity that resulted from the injury-producing event. Most of my clients who are traditional wage-earners typically request some type of doctor’s note excusing them from work. However,… Read More »
Pedestrian Accident Law: Understanding Your Legal Options as a Victim
Any pedestrian runs the risk of suffering an unexpected injury as a result of being struck by a careless driver. If you or someone you know has been injured by a negligent driver, there may be an opportunity to seek financial compensation for the injuries. For many victims, the primary legal option is to… Read More »
