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June 22, 2011

UPDATE: Giants fan shows improvement

We have been closely following the story of the San Francisco Giants player who was savagely beaten following the season opener in April. We are pleased to report that the victim's condition has been upgraded from 'critical' to 'serious' condition as reported by his doctors in San Francisco today. To differentiate between the two conditions, a person in critical condition…

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June 17, 2011

Supreme Court Decisions Affecting Americans’ Civil Rights

The U.S. Supreme Court is finishing its term at the end of this month. Like most years, the Court still has a number of pivotal cases left to consider. A handful of the cases still on the docket involve complex personal injury rights which apply to civil litigants across the nation. One important case set to be decided in the…

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June 17, 2011

Multi-Car Pileup Adds Headache to OC Roadways

At least two people were injured in a pileup on I-5 Wednesday afternoon. The crash occurred in the Northbound lanes and wreaked havoc on the roadways well into rush hour, according to California Highway Patrol. The crash began as any fender bender when the driver of a Dodge rear-ended a Nissan in the Northbound lanes. Both vehicles were traveling in…

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June 15, 2011

Ledger Law Attorney Emery Ledger Defends Gaming Employee

The U.S. Department of Justice recently implemented a sting operation to target illegal gambling via internet gaming services. Entangled in the operation is a Costa Rican resident who was indicted on charges of "knowingly and unlawfully conducting" illegal gambling activities through his employment with ThrillX Systems, along with his colleague. Multiple news outlets have touted the defendant as a co-owner…

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June 14, 2011

UPDATE: Trial Dates Set for Toyota Acceleration Cases

We reported earlier this week about the recent hearings pertaining to the pending lawsuits against the auto manufacturer Toyota. Toyota models have reportedly spontaneously accelerated while drivers were traveling on the roadways. This serious defect resulted in injuries and fatalities across the nation, leading to the consolidation of wrongful death and personal injury claims for all plaintiffs injured by Toyota…

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June 14, 2011

I-5 Crash Caused by Cell Phone Distraction

California leads the way in handheld device and text message legislation. California motorists are prohibited from operating a hand-held device while driving and are also prohibited from text messaging while driving. The purpose of such laws is to cut down on distracted driving and alleviate dangerous crashes, injuries and fatalities caused by cellular phones. Not only are drivers mentally distracted…

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June 13, 2011

UPDATE: Judge Rules in Toyota Case

Auto manufacturer Toyota has suffered devastating blows over the past year for faulty equipment and injuries sustained as a result of spontaneous acceleration. Many plaintiffs having suffered identical injuries have sought to join together in a class action lawsuit to sue the vehicle giant together. However, Judge Selna of the U.S. District Court in California ruled on Wednesday that California…

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June 13, 2011

Helping Another Flee an Accident Could Result in Stiff Consequences

It seems that headlines lately have been replete with stories about hit-and-run accidents where the victim ends up seriously injured or killed. It is far too common for motorists around California to try and evade responsibility by making a quick getaway from the scene. Just this weekend, we reported a hit-and-run accident involving a bicyclist and his fatal collision with…

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June 12, 2011

Weekend CHP Reports Including Fatalities Upon the Angeles Crest Highway

The Angeles Crest Highway is a two-lane highway located in the mountainous region north of the Los Angeles basin. Passing through the Angeles National Forest and the San Gabriel Mountains, the roadway is one of the highest in Southern California. The highway was closed in early 2010 after mudslides and rock avalanches threatened the areas between the I-210 junction and…

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June 12, 2011

Fatality Reported in Saturday’s Collision

California roadways are a mixing bowl of pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and mass transit passengers. It stands to reason that with so much traffic across the state, accidents are collisions are virtually inevitable. What we hate to see is fatalities upon California roadways as many automobile accidents and collisions are easily avoidable. Unfortunately, California Highway Patrol reported a fatality over the…

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June 11, 2011

Orange County Family Calls for Training Requirements for Aggressive Breeds

California boasts some of the toughest dog bite laws in the nation. It is one of the few states that assess strict liability against owners with no actual knowledge of their dog's propensity for violence. In other words, an owner whose pet has never bitten another person in the past can still be held civilly and criminally liable whereas many…

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June 9, 2011

PERSONAL INJURY CASES ARE COMPLEX – Seek Out An Experienced Accident Attorney!

Someone has caused you injury, and you need medical treatment. Let’s say you do not have health insurance, and you were transported to a hospital by ambulance; treated for traumatic injury in the emergency room which may include diagnostic testing, prescription medication, recommended follow ups, or even an overnight stay. You could be unconscious and really have no choice but…

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June 7, 2011

Update: Tragic January Crash the Result of Prescription Drug Use

Many of you may remember the tragedy that occurred in January of this year involving a famous track star and a ten-car pileup resulting in three fatalities. The accident took place in Newport Beach and took the lives of three Californians after the former track star's vehicle went airborne and careened into ten other cars. Her Ford Taurus was exceeding…

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June 6, 2011

8-Figure Jury Verdict Will Stand

Ventura County recently saw its largest personal injury jury verdict ever: $35 million. The defense immediately jumped at the opportunity to motion for a new trial, demanding the verdict was excessive and impossibly incongruent with the injuries suffered by the plaintiff. However, the trial judge upheld the verdict and dismissed the defendant's motions. It is unclear whether the defendant plans…

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June 6, 2011

U.S. Supreme Court to Decide Constitutionality of California’s Video Game Law

In an effort to curb teenage violence and hopefully encourage kids to ease up on the amount of time they spend playing video games, California enacted a law banning the sale of violent video games to minors. All video games sold in the U.S. must portray a rating anywhere from "E" for everyone to "MA" for mature audiences only. The…

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June 5, 2011

Drunk Driver Crashes Into Aircraft

Just when we had our fill of drunk driving reports, an incredible new story leaves us baffled and questioning whether drivers will ever heed our warning to steer clear of drinking and driving. Late Friday, a driver crashed his vehicle through the chain link fence at John Wayne Airport and careened toward parked aircraft on the tarmac. The vehicle came…

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June 2, 2011

Multiple Incidents Around California’s Roadways

Thursday saw a variety of pile-ups and vehicular incidents around the Southern California area leading to extensive clean-up by California Highway Patrol. For those commuting on Interstate 5 North this morning, you may have noticed a very slow-go around 8am. It was right around the Euclid Street overpass that a Ford vehicle was forced onto an embankment after being tapped…

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June 2, 2011

Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Medical malpractice is a personal injury claim in which a patient sues a hospital or doctor for injuries incurred as a result of negligence by the hospital or physician. Many patients are injured by misdiagnoses or botched surgeries. While doctors are usually covered by medical malpractice insurance, juries typically award large sums of money to plaintiffs injured by doctors. It…

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June 1, 2011

California Senate Approves Tanning Ban

Tanning has long been touted as a dangerous and carcinogenic beauty regimen, especially for young teens. The federal government has placed a tax upon tanning and many jurisdictions are considering outlawing the experience for teens without parental permission. California is leading the way in blocking harmful UV rays from young girls eager to look bronzed for the next big event.…

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June 1, 2011

Teen Crash Victim Brings Grief to All Families Involved

We cannot reiterate enough the danger and risk associated with driving under the influence. By choosing to get behind the wheel intoxicated, a driver is not only putting his life in danger, but the lives of his passengers, other pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. The consequences of drinking and driving extend far beyond that of sky-high fines and never-ending court dates.…

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