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Apr
In California, a person has committed a hit and run if they: Fled the scene of a motor vehicle crash Did not identify themselves to all the parties involved Caused damage to property or injured another person Hit and run charges in California can be a misdemeanor or felony. If ...
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Apr
If you want to know if you can sue for sexual assault in CA, the answer would be yes. However, it's a lot more complicated than just saying you can sue for sexual assault. Here at Bamieh & De Smeth, our Santa Barbara sexual assault lawyers talk to survivors to help them...
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Apr
Poor road conditions due to various roadway defects are not just frustrating - they can also be extremely hazardous. They leave behind potholes and other dangerous obstacles that create a host of driving hazards. When a roadway isn't maintained or constructed properly...
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Apr
You have suffered injuries in a car crash. A loved one has just been arrested. You are considering divorce. You are being discriminated against in your workplace. You need legal advice from a lawyer ASAP. But how do you hire the right lawyer for your specific needs? Usually, peop...
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Apr
People who come to us for legal advice often ask how they can get a restraining order. We can certainly get one for you very easily, but the first step is to determine whom you need protection from. Restraining orders come in different types, and each protects against a different...
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Apr
When you get injured in a motor vehicle crash, time may appear to stand still and then move fast once the accident is over. Unfortunately, once the shock and adrenaline from the crash have passed, injured victims often forget things due to various reasons. So one of the most cruc...
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Apr
Please keep in mind that it is perfectly normal to be worried, confused, or scared when dealing with sexual harassment or taking action to make it stop. You must do what feels right to you but don't do anything that might endanger your safety. With that said, if you are bei...
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Apr
Yes. Athletic organizations have a legal duty to report sexual abuse. Many coaches and professional athletes have been accused and convicted of sexual assault or abuse in recent years. According to studies, between 14% and 29% of amateur and pro athletes have experienced some for...
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Apr
In California, child abandonment can be a criminal and civil issue. The state has several laws that protect the safety and best interests of children and the consequences for violating them. If a parent fails to take their parental responsibilities seriously or place their kids i...
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Apr
If you have suffered injuries and vehicle damage, and the company driver who hit you fled the scene, you must try to stay calm and collected to protect your claim. If it is safe to do so, you should take the following steps right after the crash: Call 911 and ask for emergency m...
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Apr
Figuring out who’s at fault for a car crash is vital to determining which party should pay the damages resulting from the crash. Generally speaking, the at-fault party is the driver whose negligent actions caused the crash, and this driver is also the party that must be held liab...
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Apr
You have the right to free expression under the U. S. Constitution's First Amendment and the California Code. This right includes: Free speech Singing or chanting protest statements on public parks, plazas, and sidewalks Protesting or picketing on public plazas, parks, and ...
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