Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries: Types, Symptoms, and Why Immediate Care Matters
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be life-altering, affecting cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. Whether caused by a car accident, a fall, or a sports-related...
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Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury Claims
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption in the normal function of the brain caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury....
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New Crosswalk Parking Law - Drivers Beware
There is a new law in the State of California that prohibits cars from parking within 20 feet of marked and unmarked crosswalks. California Vehicle Code section 22500(n) prohibits parking "...
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Law Academy - Preparing Students for the Future
I have been serving as a Law Academy mentor since 2008 at Balboa High School in the Excelsior District of San Francisco. This amazing program gives high school students access to practicing...
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Self Driving is Not Always Safe Driving
My wife and I share a car with autonomous driving features like lane-keep assist and automatic emergency braking. Sometimes these software features are lifesavers, sometimes they are infuriating....
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Law Academy - Celebrating 25 Years
Twenty-five years ago, the Bar Association of San Francisco launched the Law Academy to introduce high school students to the legal system and attorneys in their community. Today, students can...
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Traffic Collision Reports - Why are They Necessary?
Traffic collision reports, also known as TCR are one of the most vital documents to have when in a crash. Continue reading to understand the significance of these....
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Precautions of a Modern-day Bicyclist
On the road with plenty of traffic, a bicyclist must prepare in advance for the unpredictable nature of roads. Keep reading to see how you can avoid one of our most common injury cases — bicycle...
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Introducing Summer Intern Joie Ow
My name is Joie Ow and I’m a recent graduate of Balboa High School and an incoming freshman at the University of California, Los Angeles. During my time at Balboa High School, I was part of the Law...
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The Dreaded Deposition - A Survival Guide
Once your lawyer files a lawsuit in your personal injury claim, it is likely that the defendant/responsible party will want to take your deposition. Most people have never been deposed and know...
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Five Basic Rules for a Successful Deposition
We have worked with hundreds of clients to help them prepare for their depositions. Below are five simple rules to help make the deposition go smoothly....
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Top 5 Biggest Deposition Mistakes
Lying – Perjury is a felony and can result in a $10,000 fine and up to four years of jail time. See Penal Code section 118. Moreover, you...
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Don’t Give a Recorded Statement After a Crash
In the days after a serious crash, you will call the responsible party’s insurer to open an insurance claim. After gathering your basic info, the insurance adjuster will likely ask you to provide a...
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Rideshare (Uber / Lyft) Crash - Insurance Coverage
If you are involved in a crash when riding in an Uber or Lyft in California, are you covered by insurance? Yes! What if you are driving or walking and an Uber or Lyft driver hits you? Maybe....
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What to do after a crash? A guide to personal injury claims - Part 1
Below is a guide to the personal injury claim process, written from the perspective of a car accident victim. While car accidents are the most common injury-causing incidents, this information also...
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What to do after a crash? A guide to personal injury claims - Part 2
This is the second of a three-part series on how to navigate personal injury claims. While car accidents are the most common injury-causing incidents, this information also applies to slip and...
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What to do after a crash? A guide to personal injury claims - Part 3
This is the third of a three-part series on how to navigate personal injury claims. While car accidents are the most common injury-causing incidents, this information also applies to slip and falls...
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