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• "Impaired" Caffeine User Gets a Break from California Authoriti

  Posted Jan 31

    Does caffeine really qualify as an intoxicating drug when it comes to driving and crashes? Ask most people this question and you’re likely to get a variety of responses ranging from complete denial to boisterous agreement. For one California driver, a 20...

• Understanding Collateral Source Rule

  Posted Jan 9

  After being injured in an accident—whether a car crash or something else—you have the right to sue the person responsible for your injuries. You can file a personal injury claim against a person, government agency, or business for their negligence. Working w...

• What Happens During an IME in an Injury Case?

  Posted December 22, 2016

  If you have been injured as a direct result of someone else’s negligence and you opt to seek compensation for your injuries, the court may request that you undergo an independent medical exam (IME). During an IME, a medical professional will examine you thoroughly...

• How Do Juries Come Up with an Amount in a Personal Injury Case

  Posted December 19, 2016

  A jury is made up of regular people, just like you. This means that they are going to do their best to come up with a decision that is fair, but ultimately, they are also going to be influenced by their own personal opinions and experiences. This makes what a jury wil...

• What Is California's Government Claims Program

  Posted December 11, 2016

  What Is California's Government Claims Program? If you have suffered a personal injury or property damage because of someone working for the State of California or a government agency, there is a very specific process you must follow in order to receive compensation. T...