Real answers to real legal questions, straight from the firm that tries more cases than any other in Ventura County. Stay informed on the issues that matter most.
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California bail amounts can vary based on factors like offense severity, prior offenses, and other considerations. They also change from year to year, and furthermore vary from county to county. To keep the families of defendants updated on the latest information, our V...
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As a Ventura criminal defense attorney, the lawyers at Bamieh & De Smeth are frequently asked the question, “Can a District Attorney dismiss a case? ” Continue reading to hear the answer and learn more about what it means when a defendant's criminal case ...
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If you are considering taking legal action against a negligent doctor, nurse, surgeon, or other healthcare professional, it is critically important that you are aware of the time limit to file a malpractice lawsuit. Ventura medical malpractice attorneys answer the question...
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The California Highway Patrol reported that more than 223,000 people were injured in California car accidents during 2013 alone. With statistics like these, it's important to make sure you are prepared in the event that you or a loved one is ever seriously hurt in a crash o...
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Drug possession is generally charged as a misdemeanor in California. However, there are certain situations where alleged possession of controlled substances can lead to felony charges. If you or one of your family members was arrested and charged with drug possession, including...
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When it comes to auto insurance and car accident liability, there are two types of states: no-fault and fault. But how are they different, and which category does California fall into? The Ventura personal injury lawyers of Bamieh & De Smeth answer these questions and ex...
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All domestic violence charges are serious. However, felonies can result in tougher penalties than misdemeanors, including higher fines and longer prison sentences. Additionally, due to the controversial “Three Strikes” sentencing law enacted in 1994, felony con...
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Statutory rape charges are based on the age difference between the defendant and the other person. If the victim is under California's age of consent, he or she cannot legally consent to sexual intercourse. Statutory rape can be charged as a felony or misdemeanor dependin...
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When a person is killed by the careless actions of another individual, the victim’s surviving loved ones can pursue compensation by filing a wrongful death lawsuit. However, the plaintiffs must obey a deadline called the “statute of limitations,” or they will permanently lose ...
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A serious accident can have many negative effects on the victim. In addition to suffering huge financial losses from medical bills, missed time at work, and potentially, a reduced ability to earn income, accident victims also endure terrible pain and suffering from their injuri...
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When a person is injured in California due to the negligent or careless acts of an individual or company, the injury victim (called the “plaintiff”) may have a cause of action, or legal justification, to sue the negligent party (called the “defendant”)...
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You've recently been in a car accident. Often fatigued and in pain because of your injuries, you’re worried about how you’re going to pay for your medical bills - but you’re also not very enthusiastic about the idea of going through a contentious...
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