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Many Californians, particularly in urban areas, choose to walk or ride their bikes in lieu of driving to their destination. Commuting by foot or bike can save money, provide convenience, and save time on the hassle of heavy traffic. However, some pedestrian conduct raises important questions about liability following an accident. Do pedestrians always…

We would all like to think that our children always behave like perfect angels. On the other hand, we know that our kids act out on occasion. Did you know that you could be civilly liable for any damage your minor child causes? Learn about parental responsibility laws and how the state of California…

Care providers – whether for our children, elders, or disabled loved ones – must use reasonable care with regard to their supervision. If they fail to do so and your loved one suffers harm as a result, you may be able to file a claim on the grounds of negligent supervision. Learn what it…

Last summer, our Founder and Managing Partner, Daniel Rodriguez had a life changing experience in the African Savanna. Daniel has always been a fighter and a fierce competitor, both in the courtroom and in life; he has always been an excellent athlete, as well. After being diagnosed with arthritis in his big toe, Daniel…

Property owners have a duty of care to maintain the safety of the premises for those who come onto the property. Can a burglar sue for personal injury in Bakersfield? The short answer is yes, it is possible to sue for almost anything, though many claims will be dismissed as frivolous and may cost…

Property owners have a duty of care to ensure that their property is safe for those who use the premises. Falling on someone’s property does not make the owner automatically responsible for your injury. It must be shown that the property was unsafe, and the conditions of the property caused your fall. The steps…

According to the National Transportation Highway Safety Administration, 8,000 people are killed in T-bone collisions annually. Even today, few cars are equipped with side-impact airbags and many drivers and passengers involved in a side-impact collision suffer severe injuries. Determining who is at fault in these T-bone accidents is key to determining who deserves compensation…

You might assume that if a property is private, the owner has full rights to use and maintain it as he or she desires. This is not necessarily the case. Even owners of private properties have basic duties to keep the premises free from hazards. If you suffer an injury on someone’s privately owned…

Hotels owe very high standards of care to guests. Hotels guests are “invitees” by law, or visitors expressly invited to the property for the hotel’s benefit. As invitees, hotel guests have the right to an environment that’s free from hazards. It is every hotel’s duty to repair known dangers, search for unknown ones, and…

Sometimes, all your vehicle needs after a collision are repairs and some TLC. Other times, the crash can make your vehicle completely undrivable. If a recent car accident in Bakersfield totaled your vehicle, you may be at a loss for what to do next. You need an interim vehicle to drive to work, and…