California Injury Lawyer Blog

June 1, 2023

California’s Premises Liability: Holding Property Owners Accountable for Personal Injuries

California’s premises liability laws impose a legal duty on property owners to maintain safe conditions on their premises. When someone is injured due to a hazardous condition on another person’s property, they may be entitled to compensation for their injuries. In this article, we will explore California’s premises liability laws and shed light on how they protect individuals who have suffered personal injuries on someone else’s property.

Under California law, property owners have a duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for visitors and guests. This duty applies to various types of properties, including residential properties, commercial establishments, public spaces, and more. When a property owner fails to fulfill this duty and someone is injured as a result, the injured party may be able to pursue a premises liability claim.

Premises liability claims typically involve slip and fall accidents, inadequate security leading to assaults or injuries, dog bites, or other injuries caused by dangerous conditions on the property. To establish a successful premises liability claim, the injured party must prove that the property owner was negligent in maintaining the property, that the negligence was a direct cause of their injuries, and that they suffered damages as a result.

May 20, 2023

California’s Comparative Negligence Law: Understanding Liability in Car Accident Cases

by Neumann Law Group

In the realm of California car accident law, understanding the principles that govern liability and compensation is crucial for anyone involved in a collision. One specific law that has a significant impact on car accident cases in California is the doctrine of Comparative Negligence, which determines how liability and damages are apportioned among parties involved in an accident.

Understanding California’s Comparative Negligence Law

California follows the doctrine of Comparative Negligence, which is outlined in California Civil Code Section 1714. This law recognizes that more than one party may be at fault for an accident and allocates liability accordingly. It allows for the apportionment of fault and damages based on the percentage of negligence attributed to each party involved.

May 6, 2023

California Personal Injury Claims: Understanding Your Rights and Options

by Neumann Law Group

Personal injuries can be life-altering events that cause significant physical, emotional, and financial distress. In California, individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others have the right to pursue compensation for their injuries through a personal injury claim.

There are many different types of personal injury claims that can arise in California, including car accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, medical malpractice, and more. In order to pursue a personal injury claim, the injured party must be able to establish that the other party was negligent and that this negligence led to the injury.

The first step in pursuing a personal injury claim in California is to establish negligence on the part of the defendant. Negligence refers to a failure to exercise reasonable care that results in injury or harm to another person. In order to establish negligence, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant had a duty of care to the plaintiff, breached that duty of care, that the breach of duty caused the plaintiff’s injuries, and that the plaintiff suffered damages as a result of the injuries. Common examples of negligence in personal injury cases include car accidents caused by distracted driving, slip, and fall accidents caused by unsafe premises, and medical malpractice caused by a failure to provide appropriate care.

April 16, 2023

California Personal Injury Cases: Trends, Challenges, and Legal Responses in the Golden State

by Neumann Law Group

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California is one of the most populous and diverse states in the US and is also known for having some of the most complex and challenging legal systems in the country. In recent years, California has seen a significant increase in personal injury cases, which has raised concerns among lawmakers, insurance companies, and legal professionals. In this article, we will explore some of the trends and challenges in California’s personal injury law, as well as some of the legal responses that are being proposed to address these issues.

Trends in California Personal Injury Cases

One of the primary trends in California’s personal injury cases is the increase in car accidents and other types of accidents that result in bodily injury. According to the California Highway Patrol, there were over 188,000 injury accidents in the state in 2020, resulting in over 272,000 injuries and over 3,200 fatalities.

April 6, 2023

How can a car accident lawyer in Los Angeles help you?

by Neumann Law Group

shutterstock_1218570208-300x200 Tragic accidents happen every day, and the consequences can be devastating. Recently, a car accident in Los Angeles claimed the lives of two people. The incident highlights the importance of hiring a car accident lawyer in the aftermath of such an event.

Car accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, including driver error, mechanical failure, and weather conditions. Regardless of the cause, accidents can cause significant physical and emotional damage to those involved. In the case of the recent accident in Los Angeles, two lives were lost, and their families are left to deal with the aftermath.

The aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming. Victims may have to deal with medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Insurance companies may try to minimize payouts, leaving victims feeling helpless and without any recourse. This is where a Los Angeles car accident lawyer can help.

March 29, 2023

Family of California couple killed in crash sues Tesla

by Neumann Law Group

Tesla_Model_S_2016-01@2x-300x169 The family of a California couple who died in the crash of their Model S Tesla has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the carmaker. Mary Lou Seelandt, 66, and Karl Seelandt, 67, from Lompoc, died on July 6, 2022, when their 2015 Model S hit the back of a tractor-trailer rig at a Florida highway rest stop. The lawsuit alleges the car was defective and malfunctioned, although it does not specify the exact problem or whether the Autopilot function was in use at the time.

According to a reconstruction of the events, the tragedy happened in the early afternoon, on I-75, near Gainesville, Florida. The highway exit in question split into two lanes, one for cars and the other for trucks and buses. Somehow the couple’s Tesla ended up in the lane for larger vehicles, and its roof was crushed when the car became edged under the truck. The retired California couple was on a road trip that included a visit with family in Georgia to celebrate their granddaughter’s first birthday.

Tesla’s Autopilot system is under investigation from federal agencies. For now, 16 crashes in which the Autopilot system played a role have been included in the investigation, but several others may be added shortly. Last month, a California resident was killed when his Tesla struck the side of a firetruck in Walnut Creek. An investigation into the crash is still ongoing, but it is believed the car malfunctioned.

March 22, 2023

4 killed in fiery wrong-way crash on 71 Freeway

by Neumann Law Group

Four people were killed on the spot following a horrific wrong-way crash on the 71 Freeway near Chino Hills. According to the police, an as-yet unidentified driver was driving a white 2021 Volvo S60 going northbound on the southbound 71 Freeway lanes. The white Volvo crashed into a black 2018 Volvo. Both vehicles spun out and made contact with other cars nearby. The four occupants in the two Volvos were pronounced dead at the scene, while the other drivers involved in the accident escaped with only minor injuries.

How do wrong-way accidents happen?

For most drivers, driving on the wrong side of the road is unthinkable. In most cases, such accidents occur when a driver is somehow impaired and doesn’t realize they’re driving the wrong way. If you’re ever involved in such a crash, you must speak with an experienced California accident lawyer as soon as possible as in certain situations you may lose the right to sue the other driver and recover damages.

March 12, 2023

California man mauled by 4 dogs – Who bears responsibility?

by Neumann Law Group

dog-g7220f5c12_1280-300x216 A California man was attacked and killed by 4 dogs while doing some work at a house in Jurupa Valley. According to police reports, the man had been asked by the owner to do some work at the house. It was not the first time he was working there and there hadn’t been any incidents previously. However, last Tuesday someone called 911 to report screaming at the house. When the police arrived, the man was already dead. The owner rushed back and immediately agreed to surrender the animals – three Belgian Malinois and one Cane Corso – to the authorities for human euthanasia, which took place the same day.

The story doesn’t stop here as the dogs’ owner is liable for his animals’ actions and may even face criminal charges.

While such tragic cases are fortunately rare, dog bites are not. What happens if a dog attacks you or your kid? Can you sue the owner? Who is liable for damages?

March 8, 2023

Long Beach PD officer injured by drunk driver

by Neumann Law Group

pexels-energepiccom-174936-300x225 An on-duty Long Beach PD officer was injured after a drunk driver hit his patrol car. The crash occurred in downtown Long Beach, near the area of West Ocean Boulevard and Magnolia Avenue. Fortunately, the black sedan hit the police car on the passenger side so the officer escaped with minor injuries. Anthony Roy Say, 28, was charged with driving under the influence and one count of carrying a concealed weapon in a vehicle.

According to statistics, in 2022, alcohol-related accidents accounted for 30% of the 1,069 traffic fatalities. Thousands of other road users were injured in crashes caused by alcohol consumption.

What types of damages can you recover after a DUI accident in Long Beach?

March 2, 2023

LA couple sues Santa Ana company over toxic oil used in IVF

by Neumann Law Group

national-cancer-institute-SRb9nfQ48fs-unsplash-300x199 A Los Angeles couple filed a lawsuit on Thursday in Orange County Superior Court against a Santa Ana-based company that used toxic oil during in vitro fertilization that destroyed their embryos. The plaintiffs, whose identity was not revealed, sued Fujifilm Irvine Scientific Inc. on several charges, including manufacturing defect, design defect, failure to warn, negligence, and negligent failure to recall. The oil developed by the company is used to protect fertilized eggs when they are stored. The company issued a recall in January when it received complaints of the deaths of human embryos when coming into contact with the toxic oil. The plaintiffs allege they “learned from their fertility clinic that their embryos were killed upon coming into contact with oil. Those embryos were viable prior to coming into contact with the defendant’s oil, and then were killed by the defendant’s oil … The plaintiffs) are devastated. They may no longer be able to have children with their genetic material as a result of the defendant’s conduct.”

What you need to know about defective product lawsuits

Defective product claims, also known as product liability claims, are legal actions taken by consumers against manufacturers, distributors, retailers, or other parties involved in the production, distribution, or sale of a defective product that causes injury or damage to the consumer or their property. To bring a successful defective product claim, the person bringing the claim (the plaintiff) must contact experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyers to prove three elements: