What Is the Crime of Workers’ Compensation Fraud?
A conviction may result in one to five years of imprisonment and $150,000 or more in fines. The workers’ compensation system is designed to help Californians obtain benefits for injuries...
Reducing California Workplace Fatalities
As numbers for deaths at work continue to rise, learn how you can stay safe. June is National Safety Month, a time to focus on the issues that can put...
California Bill Protecting Immigration Status Advances
Senate Bill 785 awaits Governor Brown’s signature. Since President Trump took office, the federal government has taken an aggressive approach against illegal immigration. California has taken a stand against many...
Bus Company in Fatal Accident Had No Insurance, Fake License Plate
A young woman fell from the bus and was hit by other vehicles. A recent tragic accident in North Carolina has highlighted the need for caution when using charter buses...
Hit and Run Report Shows Need for Greater Safety Measures to Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians
The number of fatal hit and runs has increased by over 7% each year. There are more vehicles on the road than ever before, a fact that may be driving...
Can an Undocumented Immigrant Hire a California Criminal Defense Attorney?
Undocumented immigrants should consult with a lawyer as soon as possible after being charged with a crime. The question of immigration has been a hot button political issue for years....
Understanding How California’s Three Strikes Law Works
The law could result in a much harsher prison sentence. In 1994, the state of California introduced a new law to deal with repeat offenders. Known as the Three Strikes...
Honda Minivan Seat Collapse Leads to Teen’s Death
The unlatched back seat collapsed on the teen, which caused him to asphyxiate. Recently, an Ohio teenager was killed in a tragic accident that appears to have resulted from a...
New Jersey Couple Awarded $117 Million in Baby Powder Personal Injury Case
This is the fifth large verdict against Johnson & Johnson for its baby powder product. When most people think of baby powder, they likely think of its sweet smell, or...
How Certain Californians May Be Eligible for Early Parole Based on Their Age
Inmates aged 60 or older may be able to be released early under this new program. California is undergoing a renaissance of sorts when it comes to criminal justice reform....
