Causation is the legal concept that links an injury to the responsible party. In other words, it links the actions of the defendant to the harm suffered by the plaintiff. To succeed in a personal injury claim, you must prove that the defendant’s actions or negligence caused your injury. Understanding how causation works can help...Read More
CHULA VISTA, CA – A woman died Thursday evening after a vehicle struck her at a busy intersection in Chula Vista, reports abc News 10 San Diego. The incident happened around 6:43 p.m. in the area of Industrial Boulevard and Palomar Street, which is just southwest of Harborside Park. The force of the collision threw...Read More
Generally speaking, you cannot receive compensation for pre-existing conditions after a car accident. You’re only entitled to recover damages caused by the accident itself. However, if aggravation of a pre-existing condition occurs, you may be entitled to compensation if you build your personal injury case correctly. Let our San Diego car accident lawyers discuss what...Read More
Military sexual assault affects male and female service members and involves unwanted sexual contact, harassment, or assault. As of 2021, nearly 25% of women in the military have reported some form of military sexual assault. Victims of military sexual assault have rights when it comes to the reporting and investigation process. Knowing these rights can...Read More
Contributory fault occurs when a plaintiff (the person filing the lawsuit) is partially at fault for their injury. In many cases, contributory fault can reduce or even bar a plaintiff from recovering damages. Therefore, knowing what contributory fault is, how it’s proven, the different types of contributory fault, and how you can still recover damages...Read More
Male sexual assault survivors experience a unique set of challenges when coming forward to report their abuse. The trauma and stigma associated with such experiences often make it difficult for male survivors to speak up and seek justice. But filing a lawsuit can be an empowering step towards healing and ensuring that the perpetrator is...Read More
A car accident settlement agreement is an important legal document you can use to settle all disputes and claims arising from a car accident. Those involved in a car accident would benefit from understanding the process, contents, and implications of a car accident settlement agreement, even in the stress of the moment. Our car accident...Read More
Car accidents can be a traumatic and expensive experience. In a car accident, it’s important to understand what scenarios might trigger an insurance claim. From single-car accidents to head-on collisions, various car accident scenarios involve insurance claims in California. Our San Diego car accident attorneys discuss five common car accident scenarios that trigger insurance claims...Read More
Having a duty to mitigate damages means that the plaintiff must take reasonable steps to reduce or minimize any harm caused by their injuries. In other words, it is the responsibility of the injured party to make an effort to minimize the number of damages they claim from the defendant. Failure to do so can...Read More
Lost income or wages after a car accident creates a financial and emotional burden. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in California, you may be wondering if you can be reimbursed for the wages you lost while recovering. You can be reimbursed for lost wages after a car accident in California, but you...Read More