Category Archives: Consumer and Business Debt Relief
Litigating Abuse Cases in Foster Care: Lessons from High-Profile Settlements
Foster care systems are designed to provide safe, nurturing environments for children who cannot remain with their biological families. However, systemic failures, oversight lapses, and negligence can lead to tragic instances of abuse, neglect, and exploitation within foster homes. Litigating foster care abuse cases is often a long and complex process, requiring plaintiffs to… Read More »
Proving Causation in California Wrongful Death Claims Arising from Surgical Errors
In California, a wrongful death claim based on a surgical mistake must be brought as a professional negligence (medical malpractice) claim. The plaintiff must prove duty, breach of the standard of care, causation, and damages. Expert medical testimony is required to establish both the standard of care and causation, unless the negligence is so… Read More »
Legal Accountability for County Social Workers: When Negligence Leads to Tragedy
County social workers play a critical role in safeguarding vulnerable children and families. Entrusted with the responsibility of investigating abuse, neglect, and unsafe living conditions, their decisions can have life-altering consequences. While most social workers perform their duties with diligence and compassion, instances of negligence or oversight can result in devastating tragedies—leaving children in… Read More »
Suing a City for Dangerous Intersections: How to Prove Liability in Roadway Design Cases
Dangerous intersections pose a significant public safety hazard, often resulting in severe accidents and injuries. When these incidents occur, determining liability can be challenging, particularly when the entity responsible for the intersection’s design and maintenance is a municipal government. Suing a city for a dangerous intersection involves navigating complex legal frameworks, gathering compelling evidence,… Read More »
Overcoming Sovereign Immunity in Municipal Negligence Cases
Municipalities, as governmental entities, enjoy broad protection from civil lawsuits through the legal doctrine of sovereign immunity. This principle, rooted in centuries-old common law, shields cities, counties, and states from liability in many circumstances, making it difficult for plaintiffs to seek compensation for injuries or damages caused by municipal negligence. However, sovereign immunity is… Read More »
Legal Strategies for Recovering Unpaid Debts: From Negotiation to Judgment Collection
In the world of business, unpaid debts can strain relationships and disrupt cash flow, posing significant challenges to the financial stability of a company. Business-to-business (B2B) collections require a strategic approach, blending negotiation skills with legal acumen to recover what is owed while maintaining professional relationships. In this blog, we will explore the comprehensive… Read More »
Collections: Strategies for Recovering Outstanding Debt
Are you attempting to collect on an outstanding debt? A proactive approach is key. At the Law Offices of Andrew Ritholz, we have extensive experience helping our clients secure the greatest possible financial recovery. In this article, our California debt collection attorney highlights some of the most effective strategies for recovering outstanding debt. Strategies… Read More »
Securing Your Rights: Strategies for Successful Collections and Commercial Litigation
A delinquent account—whether from a customer, client, or any other type of debtor can be a serious financial burden for a business. According to data from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, nationwide commercial delinquencies in the second quarter of 2023 hit their highest level since before the COVID-19 pandemic. For… Read More »
Can You be Sued for Credit Card Debt in California?
If you miss a credit card payment, you will quickly hear from your credit card company and they will try to work with you to bring your account current. If you miss multiple payments and you do not respond to the emails, letters, and phone calls from the credit card company, your account will… Read More »
What Businesses and Consumers Should Know about California’s New Debt Settlement Law
After years of economic upheaval, many people throughout California are facing significant debt and have turned to debt settlement companies for assistance. However, some debt settlement companies do not have their clients’ best interests at heart, and a new law in California seeks to protect consumers that have been preyed upon and regulate this… Read More »
