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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.

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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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What Are the Leading Causes of California Car Accidents
What Are the Leading Causes of California Car Accidents? Car AccidentAuto Accident LawyerCar Accident Injury Tips
January 15, 2018

What Are the Leading Causes of California Car Accidents?

California car accidents happen all the time. Sometimes more than once each day. Some of the most common causes are fully preventable. That means your injuries didn’t have to happen. Distracted driving is the most common cause of accidents. Other causes include driving under the influence or aggressive driving. All put people at risk needlessly. California has a reputation for…
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Seattle Drivers Now Required to Put Down Their Phone While Driving Car AccidentAuto Accident LawyerCar Accident Injury Tipscar accident lawyer
January 8, 2018

Seattle Drivers Now Required to Put Down Their Phone While Driving

According to recent years of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it is clear that distracted driving is responsible for thousands of deaths across the country every year. Seattle, too, has not been immune from the dangers of distracted driving. According to Washington state's "collision clock" in the Department of Transportation's Annual Crash Collision Summary, it was revealed that…
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The Deadly Facts of California Motorcycle Crashes Motorcycle Accident LawyerMotorcycle Accident Injury Tips
January 4, 2018

The Deadly Facts of California Motorcycle Crashes

If you or a loved one rides a motorcycle, you know the joy and freedom such vehicles provide. Even so, motorcycles come with very real safety risks that come with sharing the road with cars and trucks with blind spots. If a driver hits a motorcyclist because of inattentiveness, drunk driving or any other wrongful behavior, the results can be…
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Two Key Changes to California Law Drivers Should Know for 2018 Car AccidentAuto Accident LawyerCar Accident Injury TipsPersonal Injury Attorney
January 3, 2018

Two Key Changes to California Law Drivers Should Know for 2018

The vast majority of car accidents caused nationwide as well as California are caused by "driver error." Indeed, a stunning 90% or so of motor vehicle accidents are at least partly caused by driver mistakes, based on Stanford's Center for Internet and Society at Stanford Law School. Naturally, unpacking these driver errors requires a thorough understanding of California law. To…
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Gardena Road Rage Leads to Deadly Accident Car AccidentAuto Accident LawyerCollision of VehiclesMotorcycle Accident Lawyer
January 3, 2018

Gardena Road Rage Leads to Deadly Accident

In late December of 2017, a motorcyclist was killed after a deadly collision with a car. The accident occurred near Gardena Boulevard, according to Gardena law enforcement, and it appears road rage contributed to the accident. This tragic accident is yet another sad reminder that too many lives are lost in Gardena, California and across the nation due to anger on the…
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