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Seven (7) Things to Look for When Hiring a Wrongful Death Attorney in California

December 12, 2022 by Mark Mellor

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There is nothing more devastating than the wrongful death of a loved one. According to John Hopkins University of Medicine, over 250,000 people die every year due to medical errors, making that the third leading cause of death in the U.S. If you have lost someone you love due to wrongful death, consider hiring a […]

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How to Know When You Should File a Wrongful Death Suit

April 8, 2022 by admin

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When you’ve lost someone close to you, the last thing you may want to think about is filing a lawsuit. However, in some cases, wrongful death suits can be the best way to get justice for your loved one and ensure that the responsible party is held accountable. What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit? A […]

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What Is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

November 20, 2020 by Mark Mellor

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Losing a close family member or friend is always painful. That pain is often made worse when there is a negligent party responsible for the death. If you or someone you know has lost a loved one due to the carelessness of another person or entity, there is an opportunity to obtain compensation through legal […]

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Interesting Costs Discussion In Excessive Force Case.

October 8, 2015 by

In an excessive force wrongful death action against police officers, a jury found that two of the three officers did not use excessive force and the third did use excessive force, but, that force was not a substantial factor in causing the death. The court entered judgment in favor of defendants and awarded defendants costs […]

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Pyrrhic Victory Against Nursing Facility.

June 9, 2015 by

In a wrongful death action against a skilled nursing facility, the jury found for the facility with regard to the health care issues. But the jury found for the daughter of the deceased on a health care records issues. It found the facility did not provide 1) “complete and accurate health records” and 2) “meaningful […]

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No Civil Immunity Under Dram Shop Statutes For Brewer.

February 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment

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Shortly after drinking two 23.5-ounce cans of Four Loko, a college student became disoriented, agitated and paranoid, repeatedly saying “they” were coming to get them. He located a shotgun and began shooting in the backyard. His housemates called police. When police arrived, the young man went out to the front porch with his gun and […]

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Action Against Social Host Parents For Wrongful Death Of 17-Year-Old Sleepover Guest.

August 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment

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After the parents of a 16-year-old went to bed, a 17-year-old sleepover guest obtained vodka from the parents’ bar and consumed 15 shots. She vomited and passed out. The 16-year-old propped her friend’s head against the toilet, closed the bathroom door and went to bed. The girl was pronounced dead the next day. The decedent’s […]

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Everyone’s Worst Wrongful Death Nightmare

June 12, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Survivors of a woman brought an action contending their wife and mother’s remains were disfigured. In two causes of action, plaintiffs alleged decedent was prematurely declared dead, after which she was placed in a compartment in the hospital morgue while still alive, and that the disfigurement to her face happened while trying to escape until […]

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Don’t Let Wire Fraud Real Estate Scams at Closing Stress You Out: Here’s How You Can Avoid It

January 24, 2023 By Mark Mellor

For years you diligently save up to buy your first house. After months of searching through listings, you finally find your dream home and make an offer that gets accepted. Just days before closing, everything goes smoothly until you get an email from your "real estate agent" … Read More...

Do’s and Don’ts for Getting a Loan Modification and Is It the Right Option for You

January 18, 2023 By Mark Mellor

Are you struggling to pay your mortgage loan? If so, a loan modification may be an option for you. Loan modification can make your loan more affordable and help you avoid foreclosure. But before applying for a loan modification, it's important to understand what it is, and … Read More...

You’ve Been Involved in an Accident, What Now?: How to Find the Best Car Accident Attorney

January 3, 2023 By Mark Mellor

According to the Bureau of Transportation, around 13 car crashes occur every minute in the U.S. When an accident happens it's important to know what steps to take and how to protect your rights. The most important step you can take is to hire a qualified car accident attorney … Read More...

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