Regardless of the reasons you are serving time in a California correctional institution, it is important to realize that you do not give up important civil rights as an inmate. The Bill of Rights to the US Constitution still operates to protect you from cruel and unusual punishment as well as unreasonable search and seizure. …
Common Auto Accident Injuries
Auto accidents, also known as car crashes, are a leading cause of injury and death. Every year, millions of people are injured or die in auto accidents throughout the nation. When serious car accidents aren’t fatal, they often cause long-term, disabling injuries. At the El Dabe Ritter Trial Lawyers, we can help you if you’ve …
Statute of Limitations for Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
California personal injury laws are based upon the principle that a victim should be entitled to compensation when someone else’s negligent acts lead to an injury-causing accident. These cases generally involve negligence, mistakes, or carelessness. Common examples include car accidents, slip-and-fall, or trip-and-fall injuries. In cases where the action by a wrongdoer is intentional or …
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How Much Will Your Insurance Go Up After a Fender Bender?
How much will my insurance go up after a fender bender? A fender bender is a minor accident, for the most part, because it often results in minimal injuries and little or no property damage. Because of this, most drivers involved in these accidents worry about the effect it might have on their insurance premiums. …
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Can a Reckless Driving Charge Keep You from Getting a Job?
When someone is convicted of reckless driving in California, one of their topmost concerns is how the charge might affect their ability to get employed. Will the charge reflect on your record? Will your prospective employers be able to see it? If they do, will it affect your employability? Can a reckless driving charge keep …
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Are You Liable If Someone Trespasses on Your Property and Gets Hurt?
If someone trespasses on my property and gets hurt, am I liable? As a property owner, California premises liability law requires that you maintain a safe environment on your premises to prevent injury to invitees. But, what is your obligation to a trespasser or someone who you have not invited directly or implicitly to your …
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How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
You have been injured in an accident through no fault of your own. While you know you can seek compensation for your losses, you are worried about the cost of an attorney. How much is a personal injury lawyer? Can you afford to file a claim against the at-fault party? If you need help navigating …
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The 2020 El Dabe Ritter Scholarship Winner
All of us at El Dabe Ritter Trial Lawyers are pleased to announce the winner of the 2020 El Dabe Ritter Scholarship: Amir Wright who will attend Stanford Law School the Fall 2020 Semester. Speaking on his plans for Law School and after, Mr. Wright said, “During law school, I hope to be involved in …
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Who is At Fault in a 3-Car Fender Bender?
Imagine a situation when a second driver strikes the rear end of the car in front of him. A third vehicle traveling closely behind the driver who struck the vehicle in front of him cannot hit the brakes in time and hits the rear end of his vehicle. This common situation is referred to as …
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Average Settlement for Shoulder Injury Car Accident in Los Angeles, CA
In the United States, about 1.3 million people die every year in car accidents. A further 20-50 million are injured or disabled in those accidents. The physical damages are not the only result of such car accidents. Monetary debt resulting from outstanding medical bills may also cause substantial damage. One of the most common car …
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