If a drunk driver recently caused your car accident, you may be able to hold more than just the intoxicated driver financially responsible. In California, social hosts and other third parties may share liability for drunk driving accidents under statutes called “dram shop laws.” Party hosts may be at least partially liable depending on the… read more

Swimming pool accidents can happen every day in Los Angeles. Over a 10-year period, 3,536 people died in U.S. unintentional drowning incidents – an average of about 10 deaths per day. Among victims ages one to four, swimming pools are the most common setting for fatal drownings. If someone else was negligent in supervising swimmers… read more

One of the most important reasons to file a California workers’ compensation claim after a job-related injury or illness is to recover your lost wages. Many types of work accidents force the injured employee out of work for doctor’s appointments, surgeries, and recovery time. In the most severe cases, the victim may never be able… read more

Eating and driving has become such a common practice that many California drivers don’t think twice before stopping at a drive-thru and eating breakfast or lunch behind the wheel. Yet California’s distracted driving laws may lead to tickets and citations for people who eat and drive. Eating is a form of driver distraction – something… read more

Depending on where you live in California, contending with wildfires can be a regular concern. If a fire reaches your home, it can end with lost property and expensive repair costs. If you suspect that the fire was caused from someone’s else negligence, you should contact an experienced California wildfire damage attorney at Panish |… read more

Renting a loft in a historic building in Los Angeles may seem like a good idea – until the elevator malfunctions and causes you or a loved one a serious injury. Accidents, injuries, and deaths on rented properties may come down to landlord liability in certain situations. Knowing when you can and cannot sue your… read more

Updated 3/21/2024 If you get news from an auto mechanic that your car is “totaled” after a car accident, this means that the costs of repairs are more than the value of the vehicle. In most cases, owners will choose to settle for the “salvage value” of the vehicle rather than paying for repairs. Insurance… read more

Whiplash refers to neck strain, and it is a common occurrence from a car accident. When the forces of an auto accident “whip” the head and neck forward or backward in a way that strains the tendons and muscles, the victim can suffer whiplash. Automotive accidents is one of the top 3 causes for whiplash…. read more

Only so many auto insurance companies exist for you to choose from when shopping for coverage. It’s not a huge coincidence, therefore, when one driver gets into an accident with another driver who shares the same insurance company. Getting into a car crash where both parties have the same insurer can come with unique challenges… read more

A personal injury claim is a lengthy process. Often times your injuries must first reach a point of being medically stationary, so that the proper damages are accountable. Afterwards, there comes the filing of the claim, the wait for a response to a claim, then preparation for trial or settlement. A personal injury claim case… read more

Plaintiffs Co-Counsel and Wildfire Victim Advocates attorney Frank Pitre spoke on behalf of North Bay Fire victims in response to the latest report issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), determining 12 wildfires that swept through California’s Wine Country in October 2017 were caused by electric power and distribution lines,… read more

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) investigators have determined Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to be responsible for three Northern California fires in Butte and Nevada counties that occurred in October 2017. Fire officials announced the cause of the fires as PG&E power lines coming into contact with trees, noting that… read more