In news reports about construction and demolition accidents, the injured victims are often workers doing the construction or demolition. They may have been harmed due to negligent planning, unsafe working conditions or a host of other safety hazards. As tragic as these cases are, it is even more tragic to hear about construction/demolition accidents that […]

In our post last week, we discussed amusement park accidents. Normally, parks in California and around the country tend to be very safe while creating the illusion of danger on their thrill rides. But these rides can and do malfunction, and when this happens, park visitors are put in real danger of injury and death. […]

For many Americans, there’s no place better to spend a summer evening than the ballpark. Baseball is still America’s pastime, and going to major league games provides great nostalgia as well as entertainment. We’re all familiar with the sensory experience at the ballpark: The smell of the food, the sound of the crack of the […]

Most dog owners know that their pets are not automatically socialized with other dogs and people. Dogs have to be taught how to behave and respect others’ space. In fact, not properly training and controlling a dog can have serious consequences like bites and knockdowns. With that in mind, you might be interested in the […]

It has been a difficult month for Bay Area residents after hearing the news of a tragic and fatal balcony collapse. On June 16, six young adults were killed and another seven were seriously injured when the balcony of a Berkeley apartment building detached from the building and plummeted five stories to the street below. […]

Construction sites can be dangerous places, and the danger is compounded when the projects involve road construction. Not only do careless drivers threaten the safety of road crews by driving too quickly through construction zones, but drivers can also be endangered by equipment and unstable materials in the area. Demolition, renovation and construction projects are […]

It is commonly thought that the way children behave is a reflection of how they are being raised by their parents. This is not always the case with children, but it does tend to hold true with the temperament of dogs. Dogs don’t always behave in the way that they should, but most are nonetheless […]

Most people get into healthcare because they want to help others. This is as true of in-home aides as it is of doctors and nurses. Unfortunately, there are risks associated with any healthcare job, and sometimes these risks come from the very patients workers are trying to help. A good example is a premises liability […]

Pets hold a higher status in American households than perhaps anywhere else in the world. We love our companion animals – a love that is evident in the amount of money we spend pampering our pets. The result is often dogs and cats that are docile, friendly and very approachable. It is not necessary to […]

Whenever you rent an apartment, you have the right to expect that the property is reasonably safe and well-maintained. The building should be in compliance with local fire and safety codes, and emergency equipment/exits should be regularly inspected repaired when necessary. Anyone who gets hurt because of improperly inspected/maintained property may be able to sue […]