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California’s Laws on Dog Bite Attacks – What You Need To Know
The State of California is sadly home to more dog bite attacks than any other state in the nation. Every year, hundreds of people are severely injured as a result of dog bite attacks. Following an attack, affected victims should know that they may have an opportunity to recover damages. While some states have… Read More »
California Motorcycle Accidents Caused by Malfunctions
Motorcyclists are at a higher risk of suffering catastrophic injuries when in a traffic accident than a person in a car because they do not have nearly as much protection. When a motorcyclist is involved in an accident, the accident will typically result in costly medical expenses, the inability to return to work, along… Read More »
What To Do in a Lane Splitting Motorcycle Accident
In California, lane splitting is codified under the California Vehicle Code §21658.1, and is legal. The law describes lane splitting as the means of operating a motorcycle between the rows of vehicles that are traveling in the same direction. While lane splitting can sometimes be beneficial for the rider, the act can cause serious… Read More »
The Troubling Aftermath of a Pedestrian Accident in California
Pedestrian accidents have been a troubling growing problem in the State of California for over a decade. In California, many people choose to walk to their destination. Sadly, this increases the risk of being hit by a vehicle. A pedestrian accident claim can be difficult to resolve. For this reason, it is important to… Read More »
Determining Spousal Support in California – An Overview
When going through a divorce in the State of California, you must be aware of your rights and obligations concerning spousal support. To understand more about spousal support, obtain the support of a qualified family law attorney. Conveniently located in Riverside, the attorneys at the Knez Law Group, LLP can provide you with the… Read More »
Truck Accidents Caused by Shifting Cargo
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that roughly 4% of all commercial truck accidents are caused as a result of shifting cargo. Although shifting cargo is not the most common cause of semi-truck accidents, it is still worth noting that this is the highest “relative risk” when compared to other factors that result… Read More »
Understand the Two Types of Child Custody in California
Divorce is a very difficult and often emotional experience, but the situation can be even more complicated when young children are involved. The degree to which a family law court will become involved in the child custody case will greatly depend on whether the parents of the child can communicate with each other to… Read More »
The Most Common Injuries Caused by Slip and Fall Accidents
Slips and falls happen regularly across California and pose a serious danger to people, especially older adults. A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere – from a hotel lobby to a supermarket and even a sidewalk. Whenever a person suffers a slip and fall accident, the consequences can be dire. Victims are often… Read More »
Protection Against Whistleblower Retaliation Claims
When an employer breaks California and/or federal laws, or it violates established public policies, workers have a legal right to report the unlawful actions – without the fear of retaliation. This is the primary objective of whistleblower legislation – to safeguard workers who take action to protect the public or warn law enforcement agencies… Read More »
Preventing Unlawful Retaliation Claims in the Workplace
In the State of California, workplace retaliation occurs when an employer’s unlawful actions, or knowing permitting unlawful actions, by punishing a worker who has filed a complaint, aided in an official police investigation, or reported an illegal activity. California has a strong public policy over the protection of workers against workplace retaliation. Unfortunately, this… Read More »