In Los Angeles, chain accident laws are covered under the California State and it imposes a couple of duties to motorists especially if there are injuries or death involved.Duty to Stop after a Chain AccidentOne of the first duties imposed on motorists is to stop during an accident.A person who flees a chain accident scene can be prosecuted and the punishment can be more severe if they are the liable party in the said accident.If the vehicle is...more
The Equal Employment opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported a high of 3,273 complaints of religious discrimination in 2008. That is the highest it's been for more than a decade.In Los Angeles, religious discrimination in the workplace has become a problem because of the diverse religious practices as a result of different cultures.Another reason seen for the increase of this type of discrimination is the previous administration's anti-terrorist...more
Road rash injuries refer to skin and bone injuries that are usually caused by abrasions with road surfaces.Road rash injuries are normally associated with bicycle and motorcycle accidents. Since there is no structure that protects the motorcycle, the driver is more exposed compared to car motorists.One bad move and the bicycle or motorcycle rider could be seen skidding across the rough road surface.The main cause of road rash injuries is speeding. If a motorcycle or bicycle is moving in high speeds, the stronger and rougher their impact on the road is. A driver who is moving in high speeds will also be thrown off the vehicle at high speed which creates greater friction between him and the road upon impact.This increases the damage to the driver's skin and bones.PreventionHere are some tips on how to prevent road rash injuries: Learn proper bike handling skills to avoid being involved in a road accident. Avoiding accidents is the first step in avoiding any injuries. Be a responsible driver by obeying all traffic rules and drive within a manageable speed. Remember that the higher the speed, the greater the damage in case of accident. Last, bicycle and motorcycle drivers should...more
A commercial lease agreement is a legally binding contract between an owner of a property and a tenant who wishes to have temporary possession of the property for a certain period in exchange for money paid. There are two parties involved in a commercial lease agreement: The lessor or the property owner The lessee or the tenant/renterThis is...more
The US federal government has made it a priority, over the last decades, to protect the rights of disabled workers through disability and civil rights laws.The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) has been in place since 1950s with many amendments to improve its services over the years.And in the 90s, the government also signed the Americans...more
A shareholder derivative suit refers to a lawsuit brought by the shareholders in behalf of the corporation against a third party.This is not traditional practice in corporate law, normally management is the one responsible for bringing up charges or defending the corporation from lawsuits. Shareholders on the other hand are not exactly empowered to control the operations of the corporation even if they are considered as the owners.That is why a shareholder derivative suit can only be made if the management has failed to take action.This is also different from direct lawsuits that are usually filed by shareholders to enforce a claim that is connected to their interests in the corporation.That is more personal while a derivative suit represents the corporation more than the shareholders. In fact, the proceeds of a successful shareholder derivative suit goes to the corporation and not the shareholders.In California, a shareholder derivative suit follows the Model Business Corporation Act (MBCA).Here are the procedures followed before a derivative suit is allowed: Establish that there has been harm in the corporation but the board of directors has not taken any action. Eligible...more
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be very complicated especially here in Los Angeles. There are a lot of personal injury lawyers and law firms to choose from and people are right to be worried that they might not get a good one.That is a valid fear...more
The Ford Bronco and Ford E-series are just two of major SUV brands who received negative publicity for rollover accidents.The cause of Ford rollover accidents is no different from what causes other brands such as Suzuki Samurai, Jeep CJ, Isuzu...more
Highway collisions are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In fact, more than 300,000 people have died as a result of highway collisions and other forms of motor vehicle accidents.Aside from those fatalities, highway collisions...more
A lot of disability claimants get discouraged because of the denial of their applications. But what they do not know is that being denied on their first try is a pretty common occurrence. In fact, about 64 percent of all initial applications are...more
Sexual harassment laws are easily defined under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.It prohibits unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any other physical or verbal behavior that is sexual in nature, regardless of submission...more
Disability claims with lawyer representations have a higher rate of getting approved compared to those who don't any legal counsel. That is why it is recommended that a claimant consult a disability attorney at least after the denial of the first...more