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We focus exclusively on personal injury cases and have recovered millions for clients across the California Central Valley.

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Family of College Student Killed in California Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit (Nearly 30 Years Later)

March 6, 2024 | Jude Redkey

In January of 2024, the Los Angeles Times reported that the family of a college student, Kristin Smart, who was murdered on campus three decades ago has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The murder happened at…

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How Do You File a Complaint in a Personal Injury Case in California?

March 6, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Was you or your loved one hurt in an accident in Stockton? If the incident happened because of negligence—failure to take due care—of another party, then you have the right to hold them responsible through a personal…

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Inexperienced and Undertrained Trucker Contribute to Tractor Trailer Accidents

March 5, 2024 | Jude Redkey

The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that nearly 120,000 large commercial trucks were involved in motor vehicle collisions in the United States in 2021 alone. Given the large size of tractor trailers—they can…

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What is the Process for Settling a Car Accident Injury Claim in California?

March 5, 2024 | Jude Redkey

The National Safety Council (NSC) reports there were 5.4 million “medically consulted injuries” in motor vehicle collisions reported in the United States in 2021 alone. These injuries resulted in nearly $500 billion…

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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision With Large Commercial Truck Near Stockton

January 30, 2024 | Jude Redkey

On January 2nd, 2024, CBS News Bay Area reported that a motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a tractor trailer in the Stockton area. The collision—which is still under a comprehensive investigation—occurred on…

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How a New State Law (2024) Could Impact Personal Injury Claims for Bicyclists in California

January 30, 2024 | Jude Redkey

On September 16th, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1909 (AB 1909) into law. The statute initially took effect last year. However, an additional provision that affects the rights and…

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California Appellate Court Revises Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against BNSF

January 30, 2024 | Jude Redkey

On January 4th, 2024, the California Court of Appeal for the Fourth Appellate District revived a plaintiff’s wrongful death lawsuit. In the case of Garner v. BNSF Railway Co., the San Diego based court ruled that a…

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Navigating Emergency Vehicle Crashes in California: Your Options

January 30, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Police cruisers, ambulances, fire trucks, and other emergency service vehicles often need to operate very quickly to respond to a developing situation. Motorists in our state have a responsibility to yield the right…

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Bicyclist Killed in a Tragic Car Accident in Stockton, California

December 20, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10, a bicyclist was killed in a tragic collision in Stockton. The fatal automobile crash—which occurred on the evening of Sunday, November 26th—is still under a more comprehensive…

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Is My Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?

December 20, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Were you hurt in a serious accident in Stockton, San Joaquin County, or elsewhere in California? You may be entitled to recover compensation for your damages from the at-fault party and/or their insurance company.…

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A Crash Involving Semi-Truck Shut Down Highway for Multiple Hours in Stockton, California

December 20, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS News Sacramento, a major crash involving a commercial truck shut down a local highway for several hours. All southbound lanes of California 99 (State Route 99) were temporarily shut down…

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Tesla Prevailed in the First Autopilot Wrongful Death Claim in California (An Overview of What Happened)

December 20, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from TechCrunch, Tesla—the Austin based electric vehicle manufacturer—has prevailed in the first “autopilot” wrongful death lawsuit. The claim was brought by family members of a 37-year-old man…

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What to Do If You are Involved in a Crash at an Intersection in Lodi, California?

December 18, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Intersections can be risky. Indeed, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reports nearly one fourth of traffic accident injuries and traffic accident fatalities happen at intersections. This raises an important…

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What to Do If You are Injured in an Accident in Mountain House, California?

November 15, 2023 | Jude Redkey

A serious accident can happen when you least expect it. The National Center for Health Statistics reports that 40 million people make injury-related ER visits nationwide each year. Every community is affected by…

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Duty of Care in Personal Injury Claims in California: What is a “Special Relationship”?

November 15, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Were you hurt due to the careless, reckless, or improper conduct of another party? You may be entitled to financial compensation through a personal injury claim. In California, personal injury liability is typically…

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Has Legalization Led to a Rise in Marijuana-Related Car Accidents? A New Study Says “Yes”

November 3, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CNN, a recent study has linked the legalization of marijuana and cannabis-related products to a rise in drugged driving motor vehicle collisions. The study—which was limited to reviewing…

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California Highway Patrol (CHP) Reaches Multi-Million Settlement in Wrongful Death Case

November 3, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS News, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will pay approximately $7 million to resolve a wrongful death lawsuit related to a fatal 2020 shooting. The settlement was reached on behalf of…

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Tractor Trailers and “No-Zones” in California: What You Need to Know

November 2, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Large commercial trucks are involved in a highly disproportionate share of fatal motor vehicle collisions. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that there were more than 5,700 deadly tractor trailer crashes in…

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CHP: Deadly Crash Reported in Tracy

October 25, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that one person was killed in a traffic collision in Tracy. The accident happened on Grant Line Road. Few details were released by the…

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Teenager Killed, Two Other Teens Hurt in Tragic Rollover

October 3, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from KCRA 3 NBC News, a 16-year-old was killed and two other younger teenagers were injured in a rollover crash in Sacramento County. It is a horrific tragedy. Here, our Sacramento personal…

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One Dead, Three Hurt in a Multi-Vehicle Highway Crash Near Manteca

September 22, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS News Sacramento, one person was killed and three more people were hurt in a multi-vehicle crash just outside of Manteca. Within this article, our Manteca auto accident lawyer explains…

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School District in California Pays $27 Million to Resolve Wrongful Death Claim, Student Beaten to Death on Campus

September 22, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC News, a school district in Southern California will pay $27 million to settle a wrongful death claim brought by a family whose child was killed by another student while on school…

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Five Things that Should Be Evaluated After a Semi-Truck Accident

September 21, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Tractor trailer crashes are on the rise. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that 5,700 people were killed in semi-truck accidents nationwide in 2021. Many thousands more people sustained severe injuries. Truck…

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Speed Cited as a Factor in a Fatal Crash in Stockton

September 21, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10, a woman was killed in a motor vehicle collision on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Stockton. An initial investigation cited excessive speed as a factor in the crash. In this article, our…

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