As a DUI injury law firm in Sonoma County, we believe our obligation to represent our clients includes ensuring they understand the legal process. One of the first things we explain about California DUI injury law is something anyone involved in a legal dispute should know — there are separate…
For many apartment dwellers, a balcony is their version of a backyard providing a chance to enjoy a sunny day or cool evening and functioning as an extension of their home. Both occupants and visitors should be able to enjoy a balcony with confidence in its stability. Sadly, as we…
Roller coaster fanatics travel far and wide to check out a new attraction, experience a unique thrill, or take a ride on a historic attraction. For fans, part of the thrill is feeling scared and out-of-control while knowing they are ultimately safe. Sadly, that sense of safety is sometimes false;…
According to Bloomberg, on Monday, June 8, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a decision upholding San Francisco gun laws. While we do not take a stand on this issue, we recognize that gun violence and unintentional shootings pose a real danger. We believe that it is important to…
In response to last month’s commuter train accident in Philadelphia, government agencies have recommended additional guidelines and steps to increase railroad safety. On June 9, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) issued a safety advisory recommending concrete steps that passenger railroads take to ensure that trains are traveling a safe speed.…
Patients place trust in their health care providers; they trust their doctors to provide a diagnosis and offer safe, effective treatment options. Unfortunately, sometimes health care providers take advantage of that trust. An increasing number of doctors across the country are alleged to have participated in a scheme to file…
According to Pest Control Technology Magazine, the Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA) has designated this week – June 7 through June 13 – as Bed Bug Awareness Week. Bed Bug Awareness Week is designed to educate the public about how to prevent and detect bed bug infestations. Bed Bug…
One of Google’s new technological innovations is the self-driving car. According to Fast Company, in 2010 Google revealed that it had created a fleet of self-driving vehicles that had logged over 100,000 miles on California roads. Since then, more vehicles have been created and logged more miles on real roads.…
According to the Washington Post, comedian Tracy Morgan has reached a settlement with Wal-Mart after last year’s accident. In June of last year, Mr. Morgan was in a limo bus on the New Jersey Turnpike that was rear-ended by a WalMart tractor-trailer. The accident killed one passenger in the bus…
On Wednesday, May 27, SFGate reported on Uber’s proposed new headquarters to be built in San Francisco’s Mission Bay. Meanwhile, as Uber is planning the move, its legal status across the United States is far from settled. Many jurisdictions have banned Uber and other ridesharing services from operating. We’ve already…