All Posts By

Emery Ledger

Emery Brett Ledger brings more than 27 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. 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.

Marijuana and Workplace Accidents
Can Marijuana Use Affect a Workers’ Compensation Claim? Workers Compensation
April 18, 2018

Can Marijuana Use Affect a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

As many are aware, the state of California took a landmark step in drug legislation when state voters passed an initiative that legalized recreational marijuana use. This change took effect at the start of 2018, which could have interesting implications for workplace accidents. Here are a few facts to keep in mind about federal and California drug laws, which may…
Emery Ledger
Love0
California stress leave concerns
Does California Allow Workers' Comp Claims for Stress? Workers Compensation
April 16, 2018

Does California Allow Workers' Comp Claims for Stress?

In today's busy and fast-paced lifestyle, it is no exaggeration to say that stress is a silent killer affecting the wellbeing of millions. Research from the American Psychological Association found that job pressure is the top cause of stress, while also finding that 61% of individuals studied cite work as their most common stress source. This is perhaps unsurprising when research…
Emery Ledger
Love0
ledgerlaw-truck-accident-faq
California Trucking Accidents FAQ Trucking Accident LawyerTruck Accident Injury Tips
February 14, 2018

California Trucking Accidents FAQ

Few accidents are quite as awful for victims as trucking accidents, and these horrifying, often deadly accidents leave California accident victims with pressing questions. Here are common questions and answers to frequently asked questions about trucking accidents. If you have any other questions about your accident, talk to a trucking accident lawyer at The Ledger Law Firm to discuss your…
Emery Ledger
Love0
ledgerlaw-personal-injury-faq
FAQ About Personal Injury Lawsuits Personal Injury AttorneyPersonal InjuryPersonal Injury Settlements Tips
February 14, 2018

FAQ About Personal Injury Lawsuits

Q: Why do I need a personal injury lawyer? A: When you are injured in an accident, it may have have been caused by the negligence or legal wrongdoing of a responsible party. This is true in car, motorcycle and truck accidents, as well as any other type of accident. Do not assume you have no legal claim without talking…
Emery Ledger
Love0
ledgerlaw-motorcycle-accident-faq
California Motorcycle Accidents FAQ Motorcycle Accident LawyerMotorcycle Accident Injury Tips
February 13, 2018

California Motorcycle Accidents FAQ

At The Ledger Law Firm, we are here to assist accident victims who were harmed in a motorcycle accident. Our nationally recognized law firm will be with you each step of the way during your case, which starts with answering your immediate questions about California motorcycle accidents. Q: What should I do immediately after a motorcycle accident? A: First and…
Emery Ledger
Love0
Accident lawyer Rancho Mirage CA
FAQ About California Car Accidents Car AccidentAuto Accident Lawyercar accident lawyerCollision of Vehicles
February 13, 2018

FAQ About California Car Accidents

A car accident often leaves victims feeling confused and unsure of where to turn for help. This FAQ is designed to answer the pressing questions California car accident victims face in the moments and days after an accident. Q: What Should I Do If I Have Been Injured in a California Car Accident? After an auto accident, a good general…
Emery Ledger
Love0
ledgerlaw-drunk-driving-california
Is California Doing Enough to Reduce Drunk Driving in the State? Car AccidentAuto Accident Lawyer
January 19, 2018

Is California Doing Enough to Reduce Drunk Driving in the State?

According to data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than one-third of California's fatalities in traffic accidents are directly attributable to drunk drivers. To combat these dangers, California has taken steps to implement strict drunk driving laws to deter this negligent and dangerous behavior. In fact, a 2017 analysis conducted by WalletHub found that California has…
Emery Ledger
Love0
California Car Crashes Into a 2nd Floor Dental Practice, Highlights the Danger of Speeding Car AccidentAuto Accident Lawyer
January 19, 2018

California Car Crashes Into a 2nd Floor Dental Practice, Highlights the Danger of Speeding

A bizarre accident occurred in January of 2018 that is already sure to become one of the most-watched viral videos of 2018. As numerous news outlets reported, the accident occurred when a speeding car hit a center divider, effectively launching the vehicle into the air. The vehicle, once airborne, then proceeded to crash into the second floor of a California…
Emery Ledger
Love0
ledgerlaw-ride-sharing-drunk-driving
California Law Amended to Provide Practical Solution to Curb Drunk Driving Uber/Lyft Accidents
January 15, 2018

California Law Amended to Provide Practical Solution to Curb Drunk Driving

Few behaviors are as dangerous and unlawful as getting behind the wheel while inebriated and over California's legal driving limit. California lawmakers, clearly aware of the dangers of drunk driving, have taken a common-sense step towards reducing drunk driving on California roads. A new law that took effect January 1, 2018, now permits alcohol manufacturers and licensed alcohol sellers to…
Emery Ledger
Love0