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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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May 31, 2011

Memorial Day 2011: DUI’s, Accidents and Fatalities All Decline

As we cautioned readers last week, Memorial Day weekend is often consumed with parties, vacations and general merriment. However, all too often Californians choose to imbibe and drive- leading to fatalities, accidents and DUI arrests in numbers unparalleled by nearly any other holiday during the year. California Highway Patrol (CHP) was pleased to report that this year's Memorial Day weekend…

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May 27, 2011

Diving Safety is Important to Avoid Injury

In an unbelievable tragedy, a diver in Laguna Beach was found unconscious and wrapped in sea kelp after diving alone to spear fish Thursday evening. The diver was immediately transported to Mission Hospital where he was soon declared dead. Experienced divers have commented on the tragedy, citing that it is very difficult for any set of diving circumstances to result…

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May 27, 2011

Law Enforcement to Crack Down on DUI This Memorial Day Weekend

The past few weeks have been fraught with tragedy, heartache and frustration as California motorists have been involved in quite a number of vehicular accidents, run-ins with pedestrians and traffic nightmares. With Memorial Day weekend upon us, many Southern California residents will be heading to various destination spots for some much needed R&R. Here at The Ledger Law Firm, we…

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May 26, 2011

California Highway Patrol Pays Out $4.5 Million to Paralyzed Child

A recent 7-figure payout by California Highway Patrol (CHP) pays homage to the old adage: every cloud has a silver lining. In this case, a very dark cloud luckily found its silver lining in the form of a $4.5 million settlement paid to a young child paralyzed after being allegedly mishandled by CHP after a tragic, high-speed accident killing the…

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May 26, 2011

California Federal Judge to Oversee 74 Blast Cases

California law has outlined some conduct as so inherently dangerous and ultra-hazardous that it must fall under a strict liability theory of torts. Strict liability takes out any opportunity for the defendant to attest to his reasonableness under the circumstances. Strict liability defendants are also not permitted to set forth evidence of extreme caution or due care in the ultra-hazardous…

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May 25, 2011

Cyber-Bullying Hits Orange County

Bullying is a generations-old problem suffered by many children on playgrounds across the nation. Historically, bullies picked on those smaller in stature or more vulnerable to physical overpowering. However, in today's society, bullying is taking place less in the schoolyard and more online and through social networking. Known as cyber-bullying, extreme and harassing conduct against others over the internet carries…

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May 25, 2011

This Week Kick’s Off CHP’s ‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign

It is common knowledge that seatbelts save lives, but California's Highway Patrol plans to crack down on those drivers choosing to ignore the risk of injury associated with ignoring seatbelt laws. California Highway Patrol (CHP) has partnered with 140 state law enforcement organizations to increase penalties against drivers caught operating a vehicle without a seatbelt. The 'Click It or Ticket'…

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May 21, 2011

Body Found on 57 Freeway Wednesday Night

In an unspeakable tragedy, a 23-year old woman walked in front of a 2007 Ford in the number 4 lane of southbound I-57. The woman, from San Dimas, was pronounced dead on the scene while California Highway Patrol sought to reconstruct the scene. The tragic accident took place around 8:30pm on Thursday evening. The Highway Patrol is currently investigating the…

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May 21, 2011

Hit-and-Run Victim Turns Tragedy Into Triumph

The year was 2006 and Rob Summers was at the apex of his college baseball career. His team took the NCAA Division I baseball title that year and Summers decided to spend the off-season perfecting his pitches and increasing strike-out potential. Summers was on top of his game and enjoying much success as a college athlete destined for greatness. Just…

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May 20, 2011

Commerce, California Bus Accident Leads to Critical Injury

In a tragic chain of events during Thursday's I-5 traffic congestion, four buses collided with one another, injuring eight passengers including one soldier who is reportedly in critical condition. The chain reaction was said to have been caused by a car coming to a quick stop in front of a Los Angeles County jail bus carrying 25 inmates. The jail…

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May 20, 2011

Military Jet Crashes on Southern California Navy Base

In an astonishing display of black smoke and engulfing flames, a military jet bounced off the runway at Southern California Naval Base and proceeded to burst into flames on the runway. The Boeing 707, loaded with jet fuel, contained just three crew members who unbelievably escaped the aircraft with only minor injuries. Around 5:30pm yesterday evening, the aircraft took off…

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May 17, 2011

Two motorists killed by big rig Monday morning

Yesterday marked tragedy in Poloma as two drivers of disabled vehicles were struck and killed by an oncoming tractor trailer. At approximately 3am yesterday morning, two drivers were standing outside their vehicles on the east bound shoulder of the Pomona Freeway. California Highway Patrol indicated that three vehicles were involved in a first crash which lead to the drivers gathering…

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

May 16, 2011

May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

While all motorists should practice safe and defensive driving, motorcyclists heed this creed more than any other group on the road today. Motorcycle accidents are an unfortunate reality and many groups advocate for safer motorcycle safety regulations across the nation. Luckily, California requires new cyclists seeking a license for the first time under age 21 to complete a mandatory motorcycle…

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May 13, 2011

9th Circuit Upholds Wrongful Death Verdict

Earlier this week, the 9th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a District Court civil verdict holding an Arizona-based taser manufacturer liable in the 2005 death of a Salinas, California man. In 2008, a federal district court jury found that the manufacturer, TASER, should have known that its product was reasonably calculated to cause cardiac arrest in victims after a…

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Auto Accident Lawyer

May 12, 2011

California Commissions Group to Study Effects of Police Fatigue

It is well documented that fatigue can cause exaggerated symptoms of delirium, confusion and forgetfulness. Driving while fatigued has been likened to driving while intoxicated. Many tests have revealed that driving after 18 hours awake can result in decreased reaction times, blurred vision and difficulty concentrating behind the wheel. It stands to reason that the one profession most profoundly affected…

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General Legal Advice

May 8, 2011

Jesse Ventura To Appear On LedgerOnTheLaw

Former Governor of Minnesota will appear on the LedgerOnTheLaw Show on KTALK AM 1150. Tune in next Saturday at 3pm on KTLK AM1150 and listen to the outspoken Jesse Ventura who will be phoning in from his home in Mexico. No political - legal subject will be left untouched. Jesse Ventura who has undergone water-boarding in part of his Naval…

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Law Firm Technology

May 6, 2011

Latest in Legal Technology

The legal profession is widely noted as being one of traditional decorum, stoic judges in cold courtrooms and complete with technology bordering on basic-slide Power Point. However, many advancements have been made in law firm and courtroom technology. Gadgets that will help litigants display evidence easier and software that assists large firms in payroll and billing with ease and accuracy.…

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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorneys

California Senate Approves Tanning Ban

Teen Crash Victim Brings Grief to All Families Involved

Memorial Day 2011: DUI’s, Accidents and Fatalities All Decline

Diving Safety is Important to Avoid Injury

Law Enforcement to Crack Down on DUI This Memorial Day Weekend

California Highway Patrol Pays Out $4.5 Million to Paralyzed Child

California Federal Judge to Oversee 74 Blast Cases

Cyber-Bullying Hits Orange County

This Week Kick’s Off CHP’s ‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign

Body Found on 57 Freeway Wednesday Night

Hit-and-Run Victim Turns Tragedy Into Triumph

Commerce, California Bus Accident Leads to Critical Injury

Military Jet Crashes on Southern California Navy Base

Two motorists killed by big rig Monday morning

May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

9th Circuit Upholds Wrongful Death Verdict

California Commissions Group to Study Effects of Police Fatigue

Jesse Ventura To Appear On LedgerOnTheLaw

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