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Feb 28, 20192 min read

3 Killed, Including 2 Kids, In 5 Vehicle Crash on I-880 In Fremont

In May, there was an accident on I-880 that resulted in three fatalities. The victims were a 39-year old woman and two children, aged 14...

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Feb 21, 20192 min read

2 Dead, 9 Injured In Crash on Highway 101 In San Francisco

Two people are dead and nine injured in San Francisco after an accident on a Sunday night on Highway 101. The crash involved five...

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Feb 14, 20192 min read

Bay Area Whole Foods Cashier’s Sexual Harassment Suit

Julianna Casteneda was a cashier for Whole Foods, a major grocery store chain owned by Amazon. Her job included scanning items, product...

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Feb 5, 20192 min read

What Is Subtle Sexual Harassment?

Sometimes things may happen that cause a victim to question themselves. When the harassment is subtle, it can make things uncomfortable.

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Jan 25, 20192 min read

Personal Injury and E-Scooters

A new phenomenon of accidents is occurring in cities across the United States. E-scooters have appeared on sidewalks everywhere and they...

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Jan 18, 20192 min read

Did Bad Brakes Cause the Santa Cruz Pileup?

Traffic was particularly bad in Santa Cruz on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Cars and SUVs sat in gridlock for hours due to an accident that...

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Jan 9, 20192 min read

Who Is Responsible in Uber and Lyft Rideshare Accidents?

Rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber are quick-growing businesses that help some individuals make fast cash while creating a convenient...

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Jan 2, 20192 min read

Recent Accident Involving a CHP Officer in San Jose

On Monday morning, it was raining steadily in San Jose. There’d been a crash along Interstate 280 near Saratoga Avenue. The drivers...

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Dec 13, 20182 min read

Motorcyclists' Guide to Lane Splitting

As of right now, California is the only state that allows lane splitting with motorcyclists, though several states are reviewing bills...

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Dec 4, 20182 min read

What Is the Difference Between General, Special, and Punitive Damages?

When you are successful in your lawsuit, you may be awarded “damages” to help cover the costs associated with your injuries. There is...

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Nov 27, 20182 min read

Age Discrimination in Tech

Age discrimination is illegal, and employers cannot fire you due to your age.

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Nov 19, 20182 min read

What to Do After a Trip and Fall Accident

We can only hope that embarrassment is the worst outcome of a trip and fall accident. Hot-cheeked and awkward, you want to get up and...

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Nov 8, 20182 min read

What to Do After a Dog Bite

Find out which steps you should take after a dog bite incident.

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Nov 1, 20182 min read

California Lunch Break Laws

The last thing you want to do is rock the boat, when it comes to lunch breaks but working through mealtime isn’t good for you.

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Oct 25, 20182 min read

California Motorcycle Accident Statistics

The sun is beating down, bright and hot. The sleek, warm metal hums and purrs between your legs. The wind whips at your clothes as you...

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Oct 18, 20182 min read

Pregnancy Discrimination 101

Pregnancy discrimination is real, and it is illegal. Here’s what you need to know about discrimination and whether you’re experiencing it.

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Oct 9, 20182 min read

Can I Be Fired for Reporting Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?

In a time when #metoo is lending power and a voice to victims of sexual harassment, it can be hard to believe that victims still have...

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Oct 2, 20182 min read

Is Offering to Pay Medical Expenses Admitting Fault?

Evidence of offering to pay medical expenses resulting from an injury is not admissible to prove liability for the injury.

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Sep 26, 20182 min read

5 Ways to Know If You’re being Sexually Harassed at Work

Harassment at work doesn’t necessarily have to be sexual in nature, either. It can pertain to gender discrimination as well.

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Sep 20, 20182 min read

What Is a Contingent Fee Agreement?

Contingent fee agreements allow anyone to hire an attorney with no money up-front. The attorney only gets their fees paid if the client wins

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