In California, employment is generally “at-will.” This means that the employer can fire an employee, or the employee can quit at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. However, there are many exceptions to the “at-will” rule, and understanding your rights can help you navigate interactions in what may become a […]
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Written by Chris Dolan As the baseball season kicks off, it is important for fans to stay vigilant during games. Distracted by cell phones, spectators risk serious injuries from foul balls, line drives, and broken bats. In the U.S., approximately 1,750 spectators are injured annually by baseballs. Despite extended safety netting by all MLB teams,
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This year, many people have been visiting the emergency room and being hospitalized due to dog bite injuries. Indeed, California is facing a very serious concern given the spike in dog bite and/or dog attack incidents. Regardless of the reason for the recent increase in dog bite incidents, it is important to know what to
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I was at a complete stop at a red traffic light at the intersection of Market Street and 6th Street, when suddenly and without a warning, the vehicle directly in front of me reversed straight into my vehicle when the light turned green. The forceful impact caused me to crash into the vehicle behind me,
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Written By Chris Dolan and Aimee Kirby My husband has been at a nursing facility that is generally subpar, in my opinion, because we have Medicare and Medi-Cal. He had a fall at home and broke his hip. Sadly, our house has many steps, and the social worker said it would be better for him
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Written By Chris Dolan and Alison Baird This week’s question comes from Geraldine in San Francisco, CA, who asks: Recently, a car struck me while crossing the street. I was not in the crosswalk. Luckily, I was ok, but I decided to call an ambulance due to a small cut on my head. I was
YOUR RIGHTS AS A PEDESTRIAN HIT BY A VEHICLE IN CALIFORNIA Read More »
Written By Chris Dolan and Kimberly Levy This week’s question comes from Anonymous from Southern California, who asks: Do police officers have liability for injuries caused during high speed chases? Dear Anonymous, It depends on the specific facts involved. There are several sections of the California Government Code as well as the California Vehicle Code that address these kinds
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Written By: Chris Dolan and Anna Pantsulaya Elder abuse, a disturbing and often hidden societal issue, has garnered increasing attention in recent years due to its profound impact on vulnerable individuals. In California, approximately 225,000 cases of elder abuse occur every year. Sadly, experts estimate that for every case of elder abuse and neglect that
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Written By Chris Dolan and Kim Levy What insurance options exist for medical coverage for a hit-and-run or an accident involving an uninsured driver, particularly for pedestrians or car passengers? Is it enough to have health insurance? – Paula from San Francisco, CA Dear Paula, California law requires motor vehicle drivers to carry a minimum
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