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Some of the forms of distracted driving may surprise you
Over the past decade, distracted driving has become a familiar phrase, especially among lawmakers and people who study the behavior of motorists. The advent of smartphones contributed to a sharp rise in people not paying enough attention to the road while driving,...
California could see an increase in evictions as protective orders expire
As coronavirus cases continue to surge across California and the U.S., Gov. Gavin Newsom gave local governments the authority to ban renter evictions through the end of September. The executive order allows California cities and counties to prevent landlords from...
Reasons for a potential residential eviction
When two parties enter into a residential lease agreement, the terms of the lease outline the requirements and expectations for both parties. These include upkeep of the property, financial obligations and more. A landlord may have the ability to request or require...
Managing anxiety after a traumatic car accident
The effects of trauma from a serious accident or injury often linger far longer than anyone expects. Coping with ongoing emotional uncertainty may require relying on the support of people and resources with experience in helping manage trauma. Even if the accident did...
Firing your home contractor might cost you money
Ideally, a home contractor arrives on time, completes the project within budget and the homeowner has no issues with the work. Other times, the homeowner might experience real or perceived issues and prefer not to work with the contractor anymore. Unfortunately,...
Delayed symptoms after a crash deserve medical attention
Immediately after an accident, it isn’t possible to know the full extent of possible injuries. Adrenaline during and after a car accident can easily mask the pain and other symptoms of serious injuries. That is why it is important to monitor how you feel for days, and...
Construction falls: What can be done to prevent them?
In 2018, the most recent year for which full data is available, at least 320 construction workers lost their lives in workplace falls. Many others were seriously injured. In this post, we discuss what can be done to prevent these injuries and deaths from happening....
What do landlords need to know about repairs and habitability?
Your renters are bound to have a complaint about their rental unit from time to time; repairs are just another part of owning property. Landlords have the responsibility to maintain a habitable residence. However, renters cannot withhold rent on a whim. Any repair...
Liability for dog bites: What does California’s law say?
California law imposes liability on dog owners whose dogs harm others in certain settings. The law governing dog bites in the state is known as a form of “strict liability.” In this post, we will discuss what that means. Start with the statute Under Section 3342 of...
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