Recent Blog Posts
Do I Have to go to Arbitration?
“I wanted to go to trial, but the other party says I have to go to arbitration. Is it true?” Many times when you go to a doctor’s office, hospital, medical provider, car dealer, or you enter into a contract for construction, and in many, and growing, areas and concerns, you are asked to… Read More »
The Necessity of Marriage for Heterosexual Couples who wish to Pursue Wrongful Death in California
The ability to sue for wrongful death in California is entirely statutory. As a result, you can only bring an action for the wrongful death of a loved one if you find yourself in the statutorily defined categories. At present, California law treats same-sex couples differently that it does heterosexual couples, when it comes… Read More »
You Slipped! Now What?
Suddenly and unexpectedly, you felt the odd sensation of your feet flying out from underneath you. You did not notice the wet spot on the floor or the can of food in the aisle. Next thing you know, you are on the ground surrounded by a gaggle of onlookers and a head and pelvis… Read More »
What is Arbitration?
Arbitration is a method of hearing cases and deciding cases that is, generally, an abbreviated proceeding. There is no jury, and the arbitration hearing is conducted by one to three arbitrators. The arbitration may be binding, non-binding, or advisory. An advisory arbitration is usually conducted to give the parties some idea of what will… Read More »
What is the Sudden Emergency Defense?
The typical first question that arises in most motor vehicle accidents is: who was the cause of the accident? From the standpoint of the plaintiff, our main issue is whether or not the defendant (the person being sued), caused the motor vehicle accident. In certain instances, that defendant may well admit they caused the… Read More »
Basics of Wrongful Death Cases in California
Personal injury incidents are never pleasant events, and neither are they always events from which the victim can walk away. Some personal injury accidents result in fatal injuries to the victim, most often the result of head trauma, spinal cord injuries, falls, and/or blood loss from cuts, lacerations, and/or amputations. When a fatal personal… Read More »
Prop 64 Raises Questions over Handling of Marijuana Use and DUI in California
This November, Proposition 64 (The Adult Use of Marijuana Act) was approved by California Voters (57% favored vs. 43% disfavored). Essentially, this proposition was for the legalization of recreational marijuana for persons aged 21 years or older and established certain sales and cultivation taxes. One of the stated purposes of this Proposition is to… Read More »
Honesty is the Best Policy
We know you’ve heard this before. So many times, you might be tired of hearing it. However,the importance of honesty in a legal proceeding can never be overstated. Having been an attorney for over thirty years, I’ve seen cases totally lost by someone trying to make their case stronger by intentionally hiding prior similar… Read More »
Several California Hospitals Ranked High in Patient Safety
A recent post on patch.com discusses the California hospitals identified as the safest and least safe, as reported by the Leapfrog Group. According to its website, the Leapfrog Group was “[f]ounded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers….[and] is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps forward in the quality… Read More »
Common Burn Injuries Around the Holidays
Thanksgiving is nearly here, and not long after millions of Americans will celebrate Christmas, New Year’s Day, and other holidays. While these are usually times of celebration, a holiday party or dinner with family can quickly turn tragic because of a burn injury. The Riverside burn injury attorneys of Heiting and Irwin see a… Read More »
