In Washington State, a utility “can burn down your house and get away with it,” according to an article in the Seattle Times. That’s because unlike California, Washington does not hold utilities responsible for wildfires that they spark under the doctrine of inverse condemnation. Rather, it leaves it to regulators to control the conduct of…
When it comes to New Year’s Eve, the Fourth of July, or any other festive holiday or celebration, you can usually count on the crackle and pop of fireworks across California. While industry professionals set off some firework displays, many others result from youthful recklessness. However, even if the fireworks you set off are legal,…
Traumatic brain injury—or TBI—is a sudden injury causing damage to the brain. This may occur when there is a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. The most common causes of TBI are falls, motor vehicle accidents, and assaults. Rehabilitation is essential for recovery from a TBI. Rehab may include physical, occupational, and speech therapy,…
A number of myths are causing victims to delay bringing a Dixie Fire claim against PG&E or, even worse, to think they don’t have a claim. Myth No. 1: PG&E is Bankrupt Not true. Pacific Gas and Electric Company and its parent corporation, PG&E, filed for bankruptcy in 2019 following the massive 2018 Camp Fire…
There’s nothing more painful and tragic than losing a loved one amidst circumstances you feel could have been avoided. When someone you love is a victim of a willful or negligent act, a wrongful death suit may provide a sense of justice and compensation to those left behind. An effective case, depending on the circumstances…