What Is Premises Liability?

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Following an injury in a slip, trip, fall or other accident on someone else’s property, you may have questions about your legal rights. In California, your legal rights after a property-related accident are governed by […]

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What Should I Do After a Traumatic Brain Injury?

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Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can impact all aspects of a person’s life. They can also be incredibly expensive. According to data from Northwestern University, “[t]he lifetime costs of a patient’s treatment for a traumatic brain […]

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How Do I Select a Lawyer for a Truck Accident Case?

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A truck accident is one one the most devastating events a person can experience. Due to their massive size and weight, the injuries associated with these wrecks are often catastrophic or fatal. The long-term effect […]

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Replacing a Car Seat After a Car Accident

Car Seat Replacement

If you happen to be involved in a car accident in Bakersfield, whether it’s serious or minor, there is a good chance your child’s car seat may need to be replaced. While some car seats […]

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How Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress?

It is fairly common for victims of traumatic accidents to experience emotional distress. California law defines emotional distress as, “suffering, anguish, fright, horror, nervousness, grief, anxiety, worry, shock, humiliation, [or] shame.” Accident victims will often […]

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How To Calculate Loss of Consortium Damages

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Suffering severe injuries in a traumatic accident can impact nearly all aspects of a person’s life. This includes the person’s marriage. As a result, accident victims’ spouses can suffer direct negative effects as well; and, […]

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How to File a Claim Against Someone Else’s Homeowners Insurance

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If you were injured at someone else’s house in Bakersfield, recovering your losses will most likely involve filing a claim under that person’s homeowners insurance policy. Homeowners insurance typically provides coverage for slip and fall […]

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How Do You Prove Emotional Distress in California?

If you sustain an injury that was caused by another person’s negligence in California, you have the right to pursue compensation for your subsequent losses. This includes fair compensation not only for your financial damages […]

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Can You Use Your Cell Phone at a Red Light in California?

What Are California's Cell Phone Laws? | The Law Offices of Mickey Fine

Cell phone use is among the leading causes of car accidents in California. Texting, using social media, and talking on the phone are all dangerous distractions—so much so that studies have found cell phone use […]

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