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Report: Amazon Working With Dangerous Trucking Companies

October 20, 2022 | Jude Redkey

On September 22nd, 2022, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published the findings of a comprehensive analysis on Amazon and the trucking companies that it hires. The nation’s largest e-commerce company, Amazon, works with…

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Five Things Not to Say to an Insurance Adjuster After a Car Accident in Stockton

October 20, 2022 | Jude Redkey

A safe and defensive driver can still end up in a serious crash. According to data obtained from the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT), nearly 4.6 million people are hurt in motor vehicle…

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Why Can a Business or Property Owner in Sacramento Be Held Liable for Negligent Security?

August 30, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Businesses and property owners in California have a responsibility to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition for customers and other guests. This duty requires businesses and property owners to take proper…

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What to Know About Lane-splitting Motorcycle Accidents in California

July 15, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Motorcycle lane-splitting is the practice of riding a motorcycle in between two rows of slowing-moving or stopped traffic. In many states, lane-splitting by motorcycles is strictly forbidden. However, you can…

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Three Killed After Amtrak Train Collides With Car in Northern California

July 15, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 7 San Francisco, three people were killed and two more severely injured in a railroad crossing accident in Contra Costa County, California. It is one of the more horrific and tragic…

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What is the Burden of Proof in a Personal Injury Claim in California?

July 12, 2022 | Jude Redkey

To recover the full and fair compensation that you deserve through a personal injury claim in California, you must be able to prove that a defendant is liable for your accident. This raises an important question: What…

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What are the Most Common Types of Car Accidents in Lodi, California?

June 20, 2022 | Jude Redkey

With major roads such as California State Route 99 and California State Route 12 going through the city, Lodi sees more than its fair share of serious vehicle collisions. Car accidents can happen for a wide range of…

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California’s Wrongful Death Law Reform: Expanded Recovery Options for Families Pursuing a Survival Action Claim

June 6, 2022 | Jude Redkey

In October of 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 447 into law. A reform to the state’s wrongful death claims process, the legislation expands the ability of eligible surviving family…

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What to Know About Sports Injuries and Assumption of Risk

June 6, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Were you injured while playing recreational sports in California? If so, you may be wondering if it is possible to recover financial compensation through a personal injury claim. The answer depends on a number of…

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Who is Liable for a Left-Turn Accident in California?

June 6, 2022 | Jude Redkey

California is a fault-based auto accident jurisdiction. If you are involved in a multi-vehicle crash in San Joaquin County, it is imperative that you know how to protect your right to recover full and fair financial…

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What Evidence Do I Need to Hold a Truck Company Liable for an Accident in Stockton, CA?

June 6, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Commercial trucks are enormous. When fully loaded, the tractor-trailers that roll through Stockton, CA can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. Large trucks are involved in a disproportionate share of catastrophic and…

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What is Vicarious Liability?

May 6, 2022 | Jude Redkey

The Cornell Legal Information Institute defines vicarious liability simply as liability that a “supervisory party” has for the “conduct of a subordinate.” In personal injury law, the legal doctrine of vicarious…

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Improperly Loaded Trailers Can Cause Truck Accidents in Stockton

May 5, 2022 | Jude Redkey

When fully loaded, a commercial truck in California can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. Truck companies have a legal responsibility to look out for the health and safety of everyone else on the road. When a commercial…

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Premises Liability Law: When is a Property Owner Liable for Poor Maintenance?

May 5, 2022 | Jude Redkey

California’s premises liability laws hold that a property owner or property occupier (business) can be held legally liable if an accident occurs due to unsafe conditions on their premises. Property owners and…

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DUI Accident Leads Serious Injuries in Stockton Car Accident

May 3, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS Sacramento, a late-night drunk driving accident in Stockton left one person in the hospital with serious injuries. The intoxicated driver was arrested and charged with a felony DUI. In…

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Five Things to Look for When Hiring a San Joaquin Valley Personal Injury Lawyer

May 2, 2022 | Jude Redkey

A serious accident can alter your entire life in a matter of seconds. Through a personal injury claim, you can hold the at-fault party liable for your accident. Compensation may be available for both economic and…

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Car Accidents Surged have Since the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 4, 2022 | Jude Redkey

When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit the United States hard in March of 2020, traffic volume plummeted. As traffic started to rebound that summer, the rate of catastrophic car accidents started skyrocketing. It was…

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How to Secure Compensation After a Brain Injury in California

April 4, 2022 | Jude Redkey

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that millions of people sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the United States each year. The severity of a concussion or TBI can vary considerably…

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Stockton Man Killed in Tragic Motorcycle Accident on California Highway

April 4, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from Pleasanton Weekly, details are emerging regarding a tragic motorcycle crash that took the life of Carlos Campo, a 30-year-old man from Stockton. The collision occurred on Interstate-580 in a…

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Liability for a Personal Injury: Establishing Causation

April 4, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Were you or was your loved one injured because of the careless, reckless, or unsafe actions of another party? If so, you may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury claim. In order to bring a successful…

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What to Do to Protect Your Rights After a Truck Accident in Lodi, California

March 22, 2022 | Jude Redkey

Commercial trucks pose an inherent public safety hazard. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that more than 300 people are killed (and thousands more injured) in tractor-trailer collisions in the state each…

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Stolen Vehicle Chase Ends in Fatal Collision in Manteca, Ca

March 14, 2022 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS Sacramento, a stolen car accident recently ended in a fatal wreck in Manteca. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash after being pursued by law enforcement. In this…

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What is the Statute of Limitations For a Wrongful Death Claim in California

March 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

No family should ever have to endure the heartbreak of losing a close loved one in a preventable accident. Although there is nothing that could ever truly be sufficient to make things right, state law (California Code…

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Personal Injury Law in California: How is Negligence Defined

March 11, 2022 | Jude Redkey

A serious accident can disrupt your entire life. Beyond the stacks of medical bills that need to be paid, you may be forced to take time off from work in order to recover from your injuries. You could also be dealing…

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