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Apr
Schools are supposed to be a safe haven and second home for students. Sadly, these days, kids have to worry about bullies, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, shootings, and other terrifying incidents that should not happen in schools. Parents, guardians, teachers, or other responsible a...
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Apr
Bamieh & De Smeth - Legal Topics - Can I sue a public employee or government entity? from Realist Films on Vimeo. Suing the government can be really tricky, but it can be done. First of all, what is the government? Are you talking about a county, school district, district att...
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Apr
To recover financial compensation for the injuries and other damages you suffered in a car crash, your attorney must prove that the crash resulted from another party’s negligence. Negligence refers to carelessness, recklessness, or failure to utilize reasonable care. Generally, a...
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Apr
class="internal-video" Bamieh & De Smeth - Legal Topics - Do I need an attorney for my car accident? from Realist Films on Vimeo. Navigating the aftermath of any car accident can be difficult, confusing, and time-consuming. People often ask us if you need an attorney if you...
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Apr
Discrimination at work is when you're treated differently because you belong to a particular group. The law calls it being part of a protected class. These protected classes include ethnicity, race, age, gender, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or...
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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 make...
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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, it can lea...
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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 one protects against differe...
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