Understanding the Legal Difference Between Battery and Assault
Battery and assault are often mistakenly combined into one offense. For example, the California Department of Justice (DOJ) groups battery and assault together when reporting crime statistics. According to the DOJ, there were 72,366 reports of battery and assault in 2022. But despite being reported together, battery and assault are distinct offenses with different legal…
Read more$7.5M for Wrongful Death in Prison, Poor Working Conditions Net $450K, and Rampant Police Abuse
June 14, 2024
María López Garcia
Accidents, Assault, Aviation, Defective Product, Gunshot Wound, Misconduct, Police, Premise Liability, Product Liability, Tesla, Traffic, Train, Transportation, Workplace
California’s May News Round-Up Features Police Torture, Children Killed by Drunk Drivers, and Violence on LA Buses In this edition of our May 2024 personal injury roundup, we feature stories about California accidents that occurred in different areas. First, we highlight a significant increase in the number of assaults throughout the state. As we will…
Read moreNursing Home Sexual Assault Lawsuits, 15-Year-Old Autistic Person Shot, and Fatal Hit-and-Run at Bus Stop
April 17, 2024
María López Garcia
Accidents, Assault, Bus, Car, Defective Product, DUI, Elder Abuse, Gunshot Wound, Hit-and-Run, Medical Malpractice, Misconduct, Multi-Car, Negligence, Pedestrian, Police, Premise Liability, Product Liability, Ride Sharing, Road Rage, Traffic
California’s March News Round-Up Features Personal Injury Lawsuits at Two Schools, Catastrophic Hospital Injury Claim, and Negligent Workplace Accidents Without a doubt, the most high-profile injury story in California in March 2024 involves singer Sean “Diddy” Combs. The rapper has been in the media spotlight following a sex scandal investigation for multiple allegations of rape…
Read moreEverything You Need to Know About Police Taser Abuse Cases
Tasers, also known as stun guns, are non-fatal weapons that law enforcement can use to subdue aggressive suspects. While police gun Taser devices are designed to be less lethal than firearms, they are not without risks. Over the years, the number of Taser abuse cases involving police officers has increased at an alarming rate. This…
Read moreJudge Denies Plea Agreement For Pineda in David Ordaz, Jr. Case
October 27, 2023
María López Garcia
Accidents, Assault, California, Los Angeles, Misconduct, Negligence, News, Police, Wrongful Death
Judge Michael Pastor Refused To Accept a Negotiated Plea Agreement for Deputy Remin Pineda To Avoid Jail Time David Ordaz Jr.’s family took a sigh of relief recently as they seek justice for his death. Ordaz Jr.’s killer, Deputy Remin Pineda, was dealt a blow in his quest to avoid jail stemming from Ordaz Jr.’s…
Read moreRise in Hate Crimes, Immigrant Labor Exploitation, and Disney Lawsuits
September 6, 2023
María López Garcia
Accidents, Animal, Assault, Aviation, Boat, Car, Defective Product, Fire, Misconduct, Negligence, Police, Premise Liability, Product Liability, Tesla, Traffic, Train, Transportation
California’s August News Round-Up Features Civil Rights Violation Lawsuits, Dog Bites, and Plane, Train, or Boat Accidents During summer, forest fires are the cause of many accidents. Fires often cause numerous human and material losses. This was the case with the Maui fires. Although to a lesser extent, deaths and personal injury cases have also…
Read morePolice Misconduct: How Do I Sue The Police for Violating Civil Rights?
Sometimes, police officers misuse their authority, leading to mistreatment and excessive use of force against defendants, convicts, and even innocent civilians. Although the police are granted broad powers to maintain public order, they have a responsibility to safeguard and respect the civil rights of all citizens and to prevent misconduct. If you have been a…
Read moreUnderstanding Assault Cases: What You Need to Know
Injuring someone through assault is both a crime and a tort that may lead to both criminal and civil prosecution. Depending on the types of assault cases, penalties may vary. When a victim is injured in an attack or assault, they can file a civil lawsuit for damages. If you or a loved one has experienced…
Read moreWhat is Quid Pro Quo Harassment?
Workplace sexual harassment has become so prevalent in the US that between 54% and 81% of female employees experience some form of sexual misconduct at work. To make matters worse, 72% of these victims are afraid to report these issues to the local authorities for fear of losing their jobs and facing retaliation. One of…
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