Wrongful Death and Defective Products
When a defective product causes a fatal injury, California law allows certain surviving family members to bring a wrongful death claim against the parties responsible. These cases often arise from unsafe designs, manufacturing flaws, or missing warnings, and they are especially common with products made for children.
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Can I Sue a Frat For Hazing? What You Should Know
You may be able to sue a fraternity, sorority, or even a university if hazing caused you physical or psychological harm. Liability often depends on who organized or controlled the event, who knew the conduct was happening, and whether the organization failed to address a known risk.
Hazing injuries...
Understanding Damages for Loss of Enjoyment of Life
Loss of enjoyment of life is a type of non-economic damages that recognizes how an injury can change the way you live, not just the bills you pay. When an accident limits your ability to spend time the way you once did, connect with others, or enjoy everyday activities, California law allows...
Owner-Operator vs. Company Driver: Why It Matters in Truck Accident Claims
When you are injured in a trucking crash, one of the first questions that affects your case is whether the driver was a company employee or an independent owner-operator. The driver’s classification determines who can be held responsible, how much insurance coverage is available, and whether a trucking company improperly tried to...
Comparing Product Liability Standards Across Major Retailers
When a defective product causes an injury, your ability to pursue a claim often depends on how the retailer handles product safety, recalls, and injury reports. Some retailers accept responsibility quickly and cooperate with investigations, while others distance themselves from the manufacturing process. Understanding how Walmart, Target, Costco, and Amazon approach product...
Liability for Trip and Fall Injuries From Fallen Trees
When a tree falls and blocks a walkway, the sudden obstruction can quickly become a tripping hazard. You may have a strong injury claim if a property owner, city, or maintenance contractor failed to remove a fallen tree within a reasonable time or ignored warning signs that made the tree likely...
Jury Awards $26.3 Million to Paralyzed Plaintiff in Yamaha ATV Rollover Case
The verdict follows years of investigation, revealing a pattern of catastrophic roll-cage failures.
Walnut Creek, California (Law Firm Newswire)– A jury in Orange County Superior Court returned a verdict of $26.3 million in favor of a man who suffered catastrophic spinal cord injuries with paralysis following a rollover accident involving...
Can I Sue If My Airbags Didn’t Deploy?
When your airbags fail to deploy in a collision, you may be able to bring a product liability claim against the vehicle manufacturer. These cases often turn on whether the airbag system was defective, whether the crash met the deployment threshold, and whether the failure to deploy made your injuries worse. Understanding...
When Consumers Should Consider Suing Retailers for Defective Products
When a defective product causes injuries, you can often hold the retailer accountable, not just the manufacturer. Retailers may be liable when they sell unsafe goods, fail to inspect products, ignore warning signs, or handle recalls poorly. Suing a retailer can also help you keep the case local and increase your...
Loss of Consortium Claims: Compensation Beyond Economic Damages
When someone is seriously injured in California, the spouse or registered domestic partner often suffers harm too. A loss of consortium claim recognizes that injuries can damage the relationship, intimacy, companionship, and shared life you once had. These claims allow you to seek compensation for the personal losses that do not appear...