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Legal Help Articles Contributed by Alexander Napolin Esquire on Automobile Accidents, Personal Injuries, Serious Accident Injury, Work Injuries, Wrongful Death, Elder Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse, and Other Consumer Concerns.
“How long does workers comp take in California?” is the most common question I hear from injured workers at our first meeting, right after they ask whether they will get their benefits at all. If you have typed how long does workers comp take California into Google, you already know the search results run from…
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“Can I be fired while on workers comp in California?” is one of the most common questions I hear from injured workers. Getting fired while on workers comp in California sits at the intersection of at-will employment and the state's most powerful anti-retaliation statute. The short answer: yes, your employer can fire you, but not…
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If your workers' comp claim was denied in California, I want to tell you the single most important thing first: a denial is not a decision. It is a position taken by an insurance adjuster. It has no legal force until a workers' compensation judge says it does. And in many cases, the denial itself…
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Millions of Southern Californians climb into Uber and Lyft vehicles every single day — heading to work in downtown Los Angeles, catching rides home from Gaslamp in San Diego, or getting picked up after a night out in Long Beach. Ridesharing has become as routine as driving, but many passengers have no idea that a…
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Southern California's typically dry climate makes rainy days particularly hazardous for drivers. When infrequent showers hit areas like Los Angeles, Orange County, or the Inland Empire, roads quickly become slick from accumulated oil and debris. This sudden change often leads to a surge in auto accidents, as motorists fail to adapt their habits. According to…
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The Definition of an Employee for Workers Compensation
For the purposes of workers compensation, everyone is an employee except for independent contractors. That means, regardless of the way you received your employment, you are an employee and are entitled for workers compensation benefits. Who is an Employee for Workers Compensation Purposes? For the purposes of workers’ compensation, an individual is deemed an employee…
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Understanding Uninsured Motorists Claims from a Legal Perspective
In a 2017 study by the Insurance Research Council, they found that 13% or 1 in 8 motorists are uninsured. In California alone, 15.2% of motorists are uninsured; making California be in the top 15 states with uninsured motorists. As an accident injury law firm, we receive many uninsured motorist claims. A Short Overview about…
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Product Liability Claims of Vehicle Recalls in California
Especially in California, we have come to rely heavily on the use of vehicles for all types of transportation. And while they have come to be one of the most convenient means of transportation, they may have issues that could lead to devastating consequences, injuries and sometimes even death. Therefore, it is important to have…
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Legal Insights For Families Filing a Civil Wrongful Death Claim
Do you know someone who wrongfully died due to another party's negligence? As a decedent of the deceased, you are entitled to recover damages from your loss. To do that, you need to file a civil wrongful death claim with an attorney. An Overview of Wrongful Death Claims According to California legal conduct, a wrongful…
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Route 91 Victim Survivor Shooting Lawyers Announce Massive MGM Settlement
Lawyers Representing Over 4,300 Claimants Announce Settlement with MGM Resorts International just days after 2 year anniversary OCTOBER 3, 2019 [ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA] – Route 91 Victim Survivor Shooting Lawyers Announce Massive MGM Settlement to settle substantially all claims. The specifics of each individual settlement are not yet ascertainable. This represents substantial progress toward resolution for…
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Health Insurance Claim Denied? Here's What To Do Next.
If you are in California, you know how frustrating it is to deal with health insurance companies. We have all heard stories of people who have been denied care despite being gravely sick. People have their prescription drugs, necessary medical tests and even treatments denied. However, denied health insurance claims do not always stand on…
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Taking Selfies while Driving Increases Probability of Auto Crashes
97% of the US population use social media. That is 247 million American social media users in 2019. While this helped bring our world closer, we face a new problem of distraction especially while driving. According to surveys, 7 in 10 drivers admit to using their smartphones while driving. Distracted driving is one of the…
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Understanding the Legal Liability in Lane Splitting Accidents
Motor cyclists have long been allowed to split the lane with auto vehicles to avoid traffic. You are driving in the freeway and all of a sudden, you see a motorcycle accelerating next to you in the same lane. Although motorcycles share the lanes with other vehicles for years, it only became legal in 2017.…
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Common Dangerous Foods Personal Injury Claims
We live in a time where the world is a small place. We are exposed to so many things including foods. And while this is a great thing, it has exposed us to various dangerous foods that are harmful. But sometimes, food can be dangerous because it is contaminated or poisonous. In such case, we…
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Legal Information on Crane Accidents Occupational Injuries
Crane accidents occur in manufacturing and construction sites. These industries use cranes that move large and heavy loads. And although technology has made cranes a lot safer for workers, accidents still occur. There still exists safety concerns for crane operators and others working around or near cranes. In America, more than 250,000 crane operators take…
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Napolin Law Analyzes Top Reasons for Automobile Traffic Collisions
Automobile traffic collisions occur everyday and in every city. Billions of people have been injured and hurt and millions of damage reports have been filed. To avoid these accidents, it is important to understand the factors behind them. This article provides accident analysis based on thousands of cases Napolin Law Firm represented in the past.…
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Common Bus Drivers Injuries California Workers Compensation
Bus drivers have a difficult job that exposes them to many injuries. They have an increased risk of traffic accidents on the road as well as other types of accidents due to repetitive work. There are different means to collect compensation. This article provides information for bus drivers to learn about their legal rights. Statistics…
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Complex Legal Issues of Electric Scooter Accidents
Have you seen electric scooters roaming around the city lately? Electric scooters fill Los Angeles and many other cities in South California. People are loving these scooters because they provide an alternative to transportation that is convenient, cheap and fast. Electric scooters travel up to 15 mph. Companies like Bird and Lime brought these motorized…
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Things You Should Know About Rental Car Accidents
Whenever you rent a car, rental companies ask you to pay for car insurance in case of an accident. But do you really know what happens if you get in a rental car accident? What about being hit by someone driving a rental car? Who is at fault then? All of these questions are vague.…
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South California School Bus Accidents Legal Advice
There are many types of motor vehicles. School buses are one type. A bus is a common carrier as it carries more than 3 passengers at once. School buses are therefore also known as common carriers of 11 students and above. However, because they carry children, they have lots of strict government regulations. Children transported…
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Learn when you can file a work place accident personal injury lawsuit
Did you know that you can file a personal injury lawsuit and workers' compensation claim for your work accident? You probably thought that if you were injured at work, you may only file a workers' compensation claim. However, work place accident personal injury lawsuit means you are entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit for…
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When to file a personal injury lawsuit with a workers compensation claim
If you ever were injured while on the job, do you ever ask yourself what you should do next? Do you ever ask what type of claim you should file? Should you file a workers compensation claim or a personal injury lawsuit? Did you know you may be file both claims at the same time?…
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The Difference between Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Claims
Thousands of hundreds of people file personal injury and workers’ compensation claims. Both of these claims are considered civil legal claims. There are some differences between a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim. But the main difference pertains to fault. In order to file a personal injury claim, you must prove fault. On…
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Determining the Quality of Workers' Compensation Benefits
Workers’ compensation benefits were realized and put into law to protect workers if injured while on the job. Employers are required by law to pay for these benefits if an employee were injured. Although required by law, states vary in their benefits. Some states provide the best workers compensation benefits while others provide the worst.…
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Suffering Driving Anxiety Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, more than 37,000 people die in car accidents in America every year. And Auto an additional 2.35 million others were injured or disabled in car crashes. Going through such accidents is very difficult and can build up trauma. The psychological effects should never be undervalued. More…
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