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Accidental falls are very common, causing millions of injuries every year throughout the United States. While anyone can have a slip and fall accident, elderly adults are at heightened risk due to age-associated health factors such as muscle weakness, poor eyesight, sensory defi...
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A conviction related to the possession, distribution, or production of child pornography will have absolutely devastating consequences for your personal life, your reputation, and your career. Not only will you be incarcerated and heavily fined, you may also be required to reg...
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The Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF) is a California nonprofit organization that works with doctors and firefighters to help prevent burns and improve the quality of life for burn patients. Data gathered by the AARBF and other organizations helps shed light on how and why&n...
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An assault conviction in California can have disastrous consequences for your personal life and professional relationships. In addition to receiving a criminal record, which can make it substantially more difficult to find a job, you also risk being heavily fined and incarcerated...
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With nearly 840,000 residents, Ventura County is the twelfth-most populous county in California. Due to its large population and proximity to major urban hubs like Los Angeles and Santa Monica, Ventura County has some of the state's most congested and dangerous roads and ...
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Grand theft is a serious offense that is aggressively prosecuted under California's Penal Code. If the stolen object is a firearm, grand theft may constitute a “strike” under California’s harsh “three strikes” law. A person who receives a third...
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This article will help you understand what steps you should take in order to begin preparing for a wrongful death lawsuit after losing a spouse or family member to a fatal motorcycle crash in California. However, for personalized legal guidance, you should speak with an experien...
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In 1988, California enacted legislation known as the Street Terrorism Enforcement and Prevention Act (STEP). The goal of STEP is to crack down on gang violence involving alleged members and affiliates of the Crips, the Bloods, MS-13, and other gangs and sects that are active i...
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California's penal code distinguishes between several different crimes involving the neglect or abuse of children. Some of these crimes are misdemeanors, while others are charged as felonies, which are more serious and have greater consequences. Child abuse...
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Some states treat driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) like a traffic offense. However, DUI has the potential to be charged as a felony in California, which takes an aggressive approach to drunk driving by enforcing tough penalties that can include...
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California is consistently ranked as one of the worst states in the country for gun owners. That is because California enforces extremely strict and complex gun control laws, violations of which can result in devastating criminal penalties. Carrying a concealed weapon, which is j...
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Burglary is an extremely serious crime in California. If you are found guilty of committing burglary, you could face thousands of dollars in fines and up to six years in prison. Depending on the situation, you may also face a felony conviction, which can have negative consequence...
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