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Is an Apartment Owner Liable for a Tenant who Falls While Trying to Climb Onto Their Balcony?
A tenant locked himself out of his apartment. Because of the hour, he could not get assistant from the managers of the building and decided to find his own, creative, way into the apartment. He took the stairs to the roof of the building and attempted to drop from the roof to his top… Read More »
Staying Safe On The Road: Tips For Avoiding Single Vehicle Accidents
While many crashes involve multiple vehicles, single vehicle accidents come with their own risks. These accidents occur when a car or other motor vehicle collides with an object or veers off the road without involving another vehicle. Understanding the common causes of single vehicle accidents and implementing preventive measures can ensure a safer driving… Read More »
Do Pedestrians Have The Right Of Way?
Pedestrian accidents can have serious consequences for drivers and pedestrians involved. By understanding California’s rules about pedestrians, drivers can help curb the frequency of pedestrian-involved crashes. The experienced legal team at Heiting & Irwin can help you answer the question, “Do pedestrians have the right of way?” Call 951-682-6400 to schedule a consultation. Who… Read More »
3 MORE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DOG BITE CASES IN CALIFORNIA
In addition to those points set forth in our prior post, the following points and information can also apply to what are commonly referred to as “dog bite” cases. Some animals are considered “inherently dangerous”. In certain situations, because of a tendency or “propensity” of a specific animal to cause injuries to others or… Read More »
Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress from Hearing a Loved One Get Injured Over the Phone?
Imagine you’re on the phone with your daughter as she is driving to make an appointment with a realtor. You know the route she is driving because she’s asking you for directions. She approaches an intersection where she needs to make a left hand turn. Traffic coming from the left and right do not… Read More »
VOLUNTEER: ARE YOU ENTITLED TO WORKERS’ COMPENSATION?
Typically, and unfortunately, volunteers are not covered for Workers’ Compensation benefits when they sustain on injury while volunteering. Volunteers are individuals who perform services for other individuals or companies which are not based upon contract for hire and who do not expect some form of compensation for those services. Some Volunteers Specifically Excluded Under… Read More »
How To Handle An Out-Of-State Car Accident
According to The National Safety Council, there were 5.4 million medically consulted injuries in 2021 due to motor-vehicle accidents. While experiencing a car accident is difficult enough, getting into an out-of-state car accident only compounds the stress. Drivers and passengers may be confused about how to proceed; they may be unaware of their legal… Read More »
3 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DOG BITE CASES IN CALIFORNIA
Injuries include risk of infection. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, approximately 15-20% of dog bite injuries develop infections. Other sources report the risk as high as 25%. Dog bite related infections are polymicrobial, predominantly Pasteurella and Bacteroides spp. Infected bites presenting less than 12 hours after injury are particularly likely to… Read More »
Scooter Rental Company Liable for Location of Discarded Rental Scooter?
In the recent case, Hacala v. Bird Rides, Inc. 2023 Cal. App. LEXIS 270, the Court of Appeal was asked to answer the following question: Is Bird, a scooter rental company, liable for the location of its discarded rental scooter? The case involved a company named Bird Rides, Inc. For the unfamiliar, the Court… Read More »
Wrongful Death Compensation: What You Need To Know Before Filing A Claim
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were nearly 225,000 unintentional injuries causing deaths in 2021. When one person passes away because of another’s wrongful action through carelessness or intentional action, the surviving loved ones may be able to claim “wrongful death” compensation. The processes of wrongful death claims can be… Read More »
