California consumers rarely expect to suffer injuries when using a product. Unfortunately, this is something that happens often, in products that many of us use every day. If a product has a design defect, those injured may be able to bring a product liability claim...
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The danger of drunk driving and avoiding it
In California, motor vehicle accidents occur due to a variety of reasons. One of the most common, despite decades of public awareness campaigns, is driving while drunk. How does drunk driving lead to car accidents? There are several ways. One is that drunk drivers...
Larger pickup trucks are a danger to pedestrians
California residents may benefit from learning more about how larger pickup trucks are a danger to pedestrians. A number of recent studies have shown that the increase in the production of larger vehicles has resulted in an increase in pedestrian deaths. Several of...
Could you sue for strict products liability in California?
California law addresses various types of product liability, including strict products liability. A distributor or seller could be liable for your damages when a product or pet they sold you caused you injury. Pets When you file a products liability claim over a pet...
OTC manufacturers are warned about protocol failures
Over the counter (OTC) drug manufacturers are trained to make products that are safe for the entire public without requiring prescriptions from medical providers. In California and across the country, a few have been warned for failing to adhere to appropriate...
Recalls of FDA-approved drugs happen all the time
Many people in California rely on prescription and over-the-counter drugs to treat their acute and chronic conditions. Finding out that a drug you have been using was recalled can be scary. You may wonder whether you were injured by the recalled drug and worry about...
How to handle a hit-and-run car accident
A person who finds a dent in their car is likely the victim of a hit-and-run and probably has many questions. Will the police find the perpetrator? Who will pay the damages? There are several things to do right after a hit-and-run accident. What to do after...
Hit-and-run laws in California
In California as in the rest of the country, leaving the scene of a car accident you were involved in is a crime. A hit-and-run can be a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on whether or not an injured victim was left at the scene. A person can be charged for a...
The five stages of a product liability mediation
Mediation in California allows two or more parties to make an agreement with the help of a third-party mediator. This professional remains neutral but requires the parties to sign a legally binding document. There are at least five stages of product liability...
What are the dangers posed by driverless cars?
In recent years, driverless cars have become all the rage, especially in California. While these vehicles offer a glimpse into the future and give people a better sense of freedom, they also pose significant dangers. Self-driving vehicles can increase the risk of road...
