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Emery Ledger

Emery Brett Ledger brings 28+ years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.

What Crimes In California Have No Statute Of Limitations
What Crimes In California Have No Statute Of Limitations | Role of DNA Evidence Criminal Law
March 15, 2026

What Crimes In California Have No Statute Of Limitations | Role of DNA Evidence

An offense punishable by death or by life in prison may be prosecuted at any time (Penal Code section 799). So may the felony sex offenses that section 799 names, for crimes committed on or after January 1, 2017 and for earlier crimes whose time limit had not run out by that date. For first degree murder, a special circumstance…
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Can I Change Lawyers During a Car Accident Case
Can I Change Lawyers During a Car Accident Case? What You Need to Know Before Switching Attorneys Car Accident
March 13, 2026

Can I Change Lawyers During a Car Accident Case? What You Need to Know Before Switching Attorneys

The right attorney makes a huge difference in your case. Many people have a simple question. Can I change lawyers during a car accident case? You can make a change in most situations. There are factors to think about during this process. Timing, fees, and the impact on your case matter. You need to trust your attorney. If you don’t,…
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Uber Passenger Accident Settlement Amounts
Uber Passenger Accident Settlement Amounts: How Much Will You Get From an Uber Settlement? Uber/Lyft Accidents
March 12, 2026

Uber Passenger Accident Settlement Amounts: How Much Will You Get From an Uber Settlement?

Uber is a great way to get around if: You don’t have a car Your car is in the shop Parking is scarce and/or expensive  The problem is that riding an Uber (much like driving or riding in your own car) isn’t always safe and uneventful.  Thousands of people have been hurt while riding an Uber. Some have even been…
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How Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress
How Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress? Settlement Amounts and Compensation Explained Personal Injury
March 11, 2026

How Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress? Settlement Amounts and Compensation Explained

When you're filing an emotional distress lawsuit, one of the first question you'll probably wonder about is, "how much can I sue for emotional distress?" It makes total sense. Legal work is difficult. Demanding. You'll have to explain, over and over, what happened to you. Why. How it affected you. The problem is, no honest lawyer can tell you upfront…
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Can I Fire My Accident Attorney
Can I Fire My Accident Attorney? Your Legal Rights, Contracts, and What Happens Next Attorney-Lawyer
March 10, 2026

Can I Fire My Accident Attorney? Your Legal Rights, Contracts, and What Happens Next

You're in an accident and it wasn't your fault. You want to sue the other party, so you hire a lawyer. Soon after, you decide you're not happy with the lawyer but you've already signed the paperwork. You wonder, "Can I fire my accident lawyer, or have I just made an irreversible mistake?" The good news is that you can…
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Accident Attorney No Injury
Accident Attorney No Injury: Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer With No Injuries? Attorney-Lawyer
March 9, 2026

Accident Attorney No Injury: Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer With No Injuries?

Car accidents are common. And they don't all wind up in court.  Fender bender? Hit a mailbox? A chat with the owner and an exchange of insurance information often does the trick. On the flip side, it can be a bad idea to assume you don't need a lawyer just because you weren't hurt.  There may be costly property damage.…
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