Keeping your child safe around swimming pools and other bodies of water is important, because it only takes a few seconds for water to be inhaled and drowning to begin. Adults should always be present when children are in a pool, and for those who are still toddlers, parents should be within arm’s […]
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The project known as Vision Zero aims to help reduce the number of fatal traffic crashes involving pedestrians to zero by the year 2024. As someone who lives in San Francisco, you know that while this is a program with high expectations, any reduction in the number of pedestrian accidents or fatalities is welcome.
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Despite knowing the dangers, drivers in San Francisco, and throughout California, may still get behind the wheel after drinking, drive while distracted or otherwise engage in dangerous behaviors while operating motor vehicles. All too often, these negligent drivers cause motor vehicle wrecks. These collisions commonly result in serious injuries and, in some cases, death,
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Our question this week comes from Amy T. in San Mateo. “I take medical marijuana to help me with my anxiety. I am applying for a new job? I don’t drive a bus, or engage in any hazardous job such as an equipment operator, police officer or fireman. I am a secretary. The employer says
How does using legal marijuana impact my rights in California? Read More »
As I write this I am in trial. The Jury in our case, tried in front of Judge Susan Bollanos in Department 504, will be deliberating, or even done, when this is published. I want to thank them for their jury service. Bryan L. From Oakland asks; “How do I get out of jury
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A lot of people love wearing headphones when they walk or go for a jog. It helps them pass the time. It’s a way to listen to music, podcasts or books without disturbing anyone else; gone are the days of having a boombox on your shoulder. However, as enjoyable as this can be, some studies
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This week’s question comes from Carey C. in the Sunset: “I have a scooter that I use to commute to work Downtown, but I am thinking about getting a car, so I can get out of The City sometimes. I know I have to have liability insurance. A friend said I should also have
Should You Have Underinsured Motorist Coverage? Read More »
Unfortunately, some of society’s most vulnerable are often neglected and abused. Elderly people in California, and elsewhere, are commonly mistreated by those charged with their care, including nursing home staff and family members. People frequently ask us at The Dolan Law Firm what they can do to keep their loved ones safe. In this post,
How can you protect your loved ones from elder abuse? Read More »
If you’re a cyclist, you know how dangerous it can be if vehicles pass too close to you. You can be bumped off your bicycle or lose control. If you suffer injuries, you then have to work with your attorney to make a claim against the driver, and then you have to prove that
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Jonathan S. of Cow Hollow asks: “My grandfather just suffered from a stroke and I want to take time off from work to care for him while he recovers. I work at a large company, but my employer does not allow time off to care for grandparents, only parents. My manager told me if I
Is A Job Leave of Abscence Allowed To Care For A Grandparent? Read More »
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