Attorney Adam Carlson’s Legal Education Program Wins National American Inns of Court Program
The Earl Warren American Inn of Court’s JOKER: mens rea received national recognition during the American Inns of Court’s Inns of Distinction Gala.
After being named one of the nationwide finalists earlier this year out of 325 programs, the Earl Warren American Inn of Court’s JOKER: mens rea, a...
Can Amazon Be Liable for Failing to Remove Dangerous Products?
Yes, Amazon can sometimes be held liable for injuries caused by dangerous products sold through its marketplace. Whether the company is legally responsible depends on factors such as its role in the sale, what it knew about the product, and how California law applies to the circumstances.
Millions of...
Can You Sue for Scarring and Disfigurement?
Yes. If another person's negligence caused an injury that left you with permanent or long-term scarring or disfigurement, you may be able to recover compensation through a personal injury claim. The value of your claim depends on factors such as the severity of the injury, where the scar is located, and how...
What Is the Social Media Harm Litigation?
The social media harm litigation refers to a growing group of legal claims alleging that certain social media companies knowingly designed platforms that contribute to mental health harms among young users. Families across the country have filed lawsuits seeking compensation for injuries they believe resulted from addictive platform features and inadequate safety...
Can You Sue Amazon Directly When a Third-Party Product Hurts You?
Yes, in some situations, you may be able to sue Amazon directly if a third-party product sold on its platform causes injuries. Whether Amazon can be held responsible often depends on how the product was sold, stored, shipped, and marketed, along with the laws in your state.
Online shopping...
What Happens If You Can Never Work Again?
A serious injury can permanently change your ability to earn a living. If you can never return to work after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for lost future income, medical care, rehabilitation, and the long-term financial impact of your injuries.
Attorney Adam Carlson’s Legal Education Program Named Top Three Finalist for National Award
The American Inns of Court selected the Earl Warren American Inn of Court’s JOKER: mens rea as one of the nation’s top three legal programs.
Attorney Adam Carlson of Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook has earned national recognition after helping to create JOKER: mens rea, an innovative...
Liability for Non-Employee Injuries on a Construction Site
Construction companies, property owners, contractors, and other parties may be liable when a non-employee is injured on or around a construction site. Liability often depends on who controlled the site, whether safety rules were followed, and whether the hazard should have been prevented or corrected.
Construction zones are not...
How to File a Product Liability Claim Against an Auto Manufacturer
If a defective vehicle or auto part caused your injuries, you may have the right to file a product liability claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or another company involved in the vehicle’s design or production. These claims often involve defective brakes, airbags, tires, steering systems, seatbelts, or electronic safety features that fail...
Can a City Be Liable for Dangerous Crosswalks?
Yes, a city can sometimes be held liable for injuries caused by dangerous crosswalks or unsafe intersection conditions. If a municipality knew, or reasonably should have known, that a crosswalk created a safety hazard and failed to address it, injured pedestrians may have grounds to pursue a claim.
Crosswalk...