Adam Carlson served as co-lead for CCCBA’s Trial Practice Series
I had the privilege of serving as co-lead for CCCBA’s Trial Practice Series, an intensive, hands-on program designed to turn “student” attorneys into trial-ready advocates — and that’s exactly what happened.
Alongside the exceptional Jonathan Lee, we spent three days working with 12 dedicated participants, guiding them through every aspect of...
Injured by a Fallen Tree in a Public Space? Here’s What You Should Know
Public spaces are meant to be safe. But when a neglected or unstable tree collapses, the injuries can be devastating—and the consequences, life-changing.
You may be wondering: could this have been prevented? Is anyone responsible?
The answer is often yes. In many cases, fallen tree injuries...
Severe Burns from Welding Accidents: Equipment Manufacturer Responsibility
Welding is critical to many industries, from construction to manufacturing, but it comes with serious risks. One of the most common and devastating injuries is severe burns. These accidents can happen quickly, leaving workers with painful, long-term consequences. While some injuries are inevitable in hazardous environments, many are preventable if manufacturers meet...
PURSUING A CLAIM AGAINST A RIDESHARE DRIVER AS A PEDESTRIAN OR CYCLIST
Ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft have revolutionized urban transportation but have also brought unique challenges and complexities, especially when accidents occur. This becomes more convoluted when a pedestrian or cyclist is involved in a ridesharing accident. The vulnerability of these road users makes the consequences of such incidents potentially far...
RIDESHARING STATISTICS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Ridesharing has revolutionized the way people get to their destinations. With ridesharing apps such as Uber and Lyft available, users can access convenient and affordable transportation options at their fingertips. But how popular are ridesharing services? How many people use ridesharing apps regularly?
THE MOST DANGEROUS PEDESTRIAN INTERSECTION IN SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco is considered one of the most walkable cities in the United States, but it also has some of the highest rates of pedestrian accidents. Since 2014, 200 San Francisco pedestrians have been killed, and another 20,000 have been injured while crossing the street. San Francisco has a pedestrian...
INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT LAWSUITS: WHAT ARE THEY?
Most people do not expect to go to work and experience potential dangers. Unfortunately, some occupations put you at risk for some of the most catastrophic injuries. Around the San Francisco Bay Area, industrial workers are familiar with these risks because of the occupational hazards they encounter daily. If you’re in this...
NEW LAW EXTENDS SEXUAL CHILD ABUSE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS
On October 13, 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom approved a bill that gives more time for child sexual abuse survivors to take legal action against the perpetrator and any other responsible parties. Under the previous law, in most cases a victim had only until they were 26 years of age to...
HOW MUCH IS MY PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM WORTH?
If you were recently injured in an accident due to the fault of another, you could have a viable personal injury claim. Personal injury claims are used to help the wrongfully injured secure compensation for the damages they’ve sustained as the result of someone else’s carelessness or negligence. While this may seem...
CAN A SEATBELT HURT MY UNBORN BABY?
As an expectant mother, your ultimate concern is keeping your unborn child as safe and healthy as possible. Driving is one of the riskiest activities for a pregnant woman, and it only gets more dangerous as the baby grows. This is why some pregnant women stop driving altogether to avoid the risks...