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At West Coast Trial Lawyers, we advise all our clients to talk to their doctor before driving with a concussion. However, daily responsibilities might keep you from getting the help you need. Your injuries require the care of your doctor before engaging in risky activities like driving, but we hope the information below will prove …

If you’ve had a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, whether it’s a grocery store or office building, and you were hurt, a slip and fall lawyer can determine whether you have an injury claim. California Civil Code 1714(a) means that property owners and businesses are responsible for maintaining their property to make …

Semi-trucks can weigh between 10,000 and 25,000 pounds on their own. They’re a lot heavier than they look–especially if you’ve ever seen one topple over due to high winds. When attached to an empty trailer, a semi-truck can weigh up to 35,000 pounds. This is referred to as its unladen weight. And a fully loaded …

After the all the rain we had in Los Angeles the past few weeks, potholes have sprung up everywhere – and along with it car damage. Potholes can cause flat tires, bent wheels, and destroy suspensions. If you’ve run over a pothole and it damages your car, can you sue the city and get reimbursed …

The Freedom to Walk act went into effect in California on January 1, 2023 and it has Californians asking, “Is it legal to jaywalk in California now?” While it’s much easier to cross the street outside of a marked crosswalk, the rules around jaywalking in California aren’t cut and dry. Before you leap out onto …