Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook Managing Partner Adam Carlson Featured in Plaintiff Magazine
The Plaintiff Magazine profile highlights the attorney’s lifelong commitment to learning, leadership and client advocacy.
Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook is proud to announce that Managing Partner Adam Carlson has been featured in Plaintiff Magazine, which profiled his career, approach to litigation and commitment to continuous learning.
What You Should Do After a Motorcycle Accident
After a motorcycle accident, your first steps should focus on safety, medical care, and documenting what happened. The actions you take in the minutes and days that follow can affect both your recovery and your ability to pursue compensation.
Get to Safety and Call for HelpLiability for Falling Objects and Tools on Jobsites
Falling objects and tools on jobsites can cause serious injuries, and liability often depends on who controlled the worksite, who created the hazard, and whether safety rules were followed. In many cases, more than one party may be responsible, including contractors, subcontractors, and property owners.
Who Is Responsible...How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid?
Personal injury settlements are usually paid in a lump sum after the case resolves, though some are structured into scheduled payments over time. Before you receive your portion, the settlement typically goes through a few steps, including processing by insurance companies, payment of liens, and attorney fee deductions.
What Does it Mean to Be a Trial Attorney?
A trial attorney is a lawyer who prepares cases for court and is ready to present them before a judge or jury. While many attorneys negotiate settlements, a trial attorney builds every case as if it may go to trial, focusing on evidence, strategy, and courtroom advocacy.
If you...
Injured From Being Knocked Down by a Dog? What to Know
Yes, you can have a valid injury claim if a dog knocks you down, even if the dog never bites you. In California, owners can be held responsible when their dog’s behavior causes injury, though the legal standard may differ from strict liability rules that apply to bites.
When...
Permanent Disability from a Construction Accident: Options for Victims
A construction accident can leave you with permanent limitations that affect your ability to work, move, and live independently. If your injuries result in lasting impairment, you may have the right to recover compensation beyond basic workers’ compensation benefits.
When you're facing long-term or lifelong effects, understanding your options...
Falls from Heights: OSHA Violations and Contractor Negligence
Falls from heights are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities on construction sites, and many of these incidents are tied to safety violations or poor oversight. When contractors fail to follow required safety rules, injured workers and bystanders may have the right to pursue compensation through a personal...
Can I Sue a Grocery Store Chain After a Serious Injury?
Yes, you can sue a grocery store chain if your injury was caused by unsafe conditions the store knew about or should have fixed. These claims typically fall under premises liability law, which holds property owners responsible for maintaining safe environments for customers.
If you were hurt in...
How to Prove a Product Was Defective
Proving a product was defective means showing it was unsafe due to a design flaw, manufacturing error, or lack of proper warnings, and that defect directly caused your injury. You need evidence that the product failed in a way it should not have when used as intended or in a reasonably expected...