Recent Blog Posts
Can a Sports Organization Be Liable for Wrongful Death?
So-called extreme sports are becoming increasingly popular in recent years, with triathlons, mixed-martial arts, ultra-long-distance runs, and other sports that push the human body to its limits becoming more and more part of the mainstream in the US and abroad. These sports can indeed occasionally push the human body beyond its limits and result… Read More »
What Is Adult Foster Care and How to Spot Elder Abuse
The elderly are some of the most fragile members of our society, and the ones most in need of care. Unfortunately, their vulnerability also makes them prime targets for abuse. Too often, this abuse occurs at the hands of those who are directly responsible for their care. Every year, more than half a million… Read More »
Santa Monica Expo Line May Be a Risk for Pedestrian Accidents
After many years of planning and construction, the growing LA Metro train system finally made its to Santa Monica in May by extending the Expo Line all the way to the Santa Monica promenade, creating a link between downtown Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean for the first time in decades. And with the… Read More »
Where Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen in LA County?
Southern California has traditionally been a place associated with cars and car culture, and Los Angeles is famously described as a place where “nobody walks,” but of course nothing could be further from the truth. Pedestrians are out on the streets and sidewalks year-round in places like Los Angeles and Pasadena for shopping, getting… Read More »
What Is Foster Care Abuse and How to Spot It
Foster care abuse can take a number of forms due to the many obstacles and burdens that children in foster care have to face, generally growing up with limited means, direction, and support from caring adults who can maintain a presence in their lives. It is often up to teachers, friends, community members, and… Read More »
Tips For Mitigating Risks From a Business Litigation Attorney
Running a business is no easy task. From contract disputes to employment issues, businesses face the risk of lawsuits every day. No matter how diligent you are in your affairs, litigation is often an inevitable reality of today’s corporate climate. Hiring an experienced business litigation attorney to handle your legal issues when they arise… Read More »
Wrongful Death and the Recycling Industry
Dealing with the injury or loss of a loved is emotionally trying. This hardship is never worse than in a wrongful death case. With workplace fatalities on the rise in the U.S., it’s never been more important to consult an experienced wrongful death attorney when someone you love has died due to the negligence… Read More »
The Horrors of Foster Care Abuse Statistics
Each year, thousands of children end up in foster care, often due to neglect or abuse in their biological homes. The sad reality is that some of these children are subjected to further abuse at the hands of those who have promised to protect them and provide them with a safe shelter. From substance… Read More »
Accident Caused by Texting? Call an Attorney
It can seem like distracted driving has almost become the norm these days. We’ve always had distractions in the form of talking to children in the backseat, fiddling with the radio, and even mentally going over conversations in our head which can steal focus and lead to poor performance behind the wheel. But in… Read More »
Literary Examples of Foster Care Abuse Over the Ages
Abuse of any child is horrific, but pain inflicted on children by those meant to protect them when their biological are either unable or unwilling to do so is especially heinous. Unfortunately, stories of foster abuse aren’t new. Some of our best known and loved literature involves children abused by the foster system or… Read More »
