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Los Angeles Auto Accident Lawyer Warns: Windy Weather Can Reduce Visibility for Motorists
Few California motorists would set out on the roads during a major storm event such as a hurricane. However, they may not think twice about getting behind the wheel during high winds on a dry day. When winds reach 30 to 40 miles per hour (particularly during a drought), the resulting dust storms can be just as blinding as major snow storms in colder climates. When drivers get caught in a dust storm, they have to know what to do for maximum safety.
Severe Burn Injuries Can Have Long-Term Psychological Effects
Particularly when they cover large portions of the body, burn injuries can be exceptionally painful and challenging to treat, even by highly-experienced trauma center staff. When assisting clients with claims pertaining to severe burns caused by other parties, each Los Angeles burn injury lawyer at our firm looks beyond the expenses incurred for immediate emergency treatment.
It is natural to assume that children who are raised and supervised properly do not typically injure other people. Under California Civil Code Section 1714.1, parents or guardians may be held civilly liable for any act of willful misconduct of a minor that results in injury or death to another person.
El Niño Means Mud — and Slippery Driving
Unless they travel to more northern portions of the state, LA drivers have few winter driving concerns relating to snow and ice. However, particularly in El Niño years like this one, mudslides are having a significant effect on winter driving conditions.
Who is Liable for a Drunk Driving Accident in CA?
All states hold drivers criminally accountable when they drive under the influence of alcohol. When that behavior results in an accident, however, questions can arise pertaining to liability for the resulting injuries and other damages. Across the country, the law continues to evolve so that suppliers of intoxicating substances can often be implicated in drunk driving accidents.