Apr

Should I Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care After an Accident?

Following a car accident, you may be in shock. If an ambulance is not called to the scene, an injured driver or passenger will need to evaluate their injuries. While this can be difficult, knowing which signs to look for can mean the difference between life and death. Although yo...

07

Apr

What is a Pretrial?

Most of us have no experience with the justice system. While most people will never step foot into a courtroom, when the unexpected happens, you may wish that you had some knowledge of the legal process. There are many stages leading up to a trial, known as the pretrial process...

07

Apr

Car Crashes Involving Multiple Vehicles on Highway 101

On February 25th, two separate crashes occurred on southbound Highway 101 involving at least five cars. The crashes were reported around 12:53 p. m. , with one crash being a hit-and-run. One person was reported to be in critical condition, necessitating a helicopter landing that sh...

07

Apr

Facing Felony Charges: Navigating the Complexities

If you have been charged with a felony, you may be wondering what to expect. From court hearings to negotiating plea bargains and navigating the discovery process, you may feel overwhelmed by the legal system in the United States. At Bamieh & De Smeth, we understand what is a...

07

Apr

Protect Your Rights and Secure Compensation After a Car Accident

Car accident victims are entitled to compensation for their injuries and other losses. If you have been injured in a car accident, you may not know what steps need to be taken to protect yourself and to secure compensation. Our Ventura car accident lawyers would like to discuss w...

07

Apr

What Should You Do If You Receive a Restraining Order?

The court will grant a restraining order if a judge believes the person needs protection from another individual. If you are on the receiving end of a restraining order, you may be confused and even agitated. A restraining order needs to be taken seriously, and it is important th...

07

Apr

What are the Types of Drug Charges?

Illicit substances create a risk to public safety, taking the lives of close to 100,000 people each year. California law defines a controlled substance as illegal narcotics or any drugs that are not accompanied by a valid prescription. Drug charges often carry severe penalties bu...

07

Apr

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Each year, 8 million emergency room visits are attributed to falls. Whether it be in the grocery store, at the mall, in a parking garage, or even in your friend's icy driveway, a slip and fall accident can take almost anywhere. Following a fall, you may decide not to hire a...

07

Apr

How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?

In the aftermath of your motorcycle collision, it may seem like the insurance company is not dealing with your claim in a timely manner. Between severe injuries and damage to your bike, you may not know what to do next. All the while, you are dealing with an insurmountable stack ...

07

Apr

What is a Felony Charge?

In the United States, a felony is the most serious type of crime that you can commit. According to California Penal Code §17(a), a felony is “punishable with death, by imprisonment in the state prison…or by imprisonment in a county jail. ” The main differen...

07

Apr

How to Report Sexual Abuse

If you have reason to believe or suspect that a child – or vulnerable adult – is being sexually abused, it can weigh heavily on you, but you may not know what to do to help. There are specific steps anyone in your position can take, and it’s the right thing to do. If your child o...

07

Apr

Can I Be Released Without Bail?

If you have been arrested, you may be given the option to be released if you pay bail. This requires you to pay a certain amount of money in exchange for being released until you need to appear in court. Bail is essentially a security deposit that ensures defendants will appear i...

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Should I Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care After an Accident?

What is a Pretrial?

Car Crashes Involving Multiple Vehicles on Highway 101

Facing Felony Charges: Navigating the Complexities

Protect Your Rights and Secure Compensation After a Car Accident

What Should You Do If You Receive a Restraining Order?

What are the Types of Drug Charges?

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?

What is a Felony Charge?

How to Report Sexual Abuse

Can I Be Released Without Bail?

Protecting Your Rights, Securing Your Future