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Holiday Accident? Call Us in January, but Do These Two Things First

By Eugene Bruno on November 26, 2025

The holidays are a busy time on the roads, and accidents can happen even to the most careful travelers. Between packed freeways, distracted drivers, late-night celebrations, and unpredictable weather, December and early January are among the most dangerous driving periods of the year.

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Posted in: Car Accident

California Is Weaker Than You Think on DUI Drivers

By Eugene Bruno on November 22, 2025

You might think that California is tough on DUI drivers, but in practice we are surprisingly lenient. While the laws appear strict, they are often enforced in ways that impose minimal consequences for offenders and provide inadequate protection for the public.

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Cutting UM/UIM Coverage Puts You at Risk for the Sake of Corporate Profit

By Eugene Bruno on November 18, 2025

As a lawyer who represents injured people every day, I cannot emphasize this enough: Reducing uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage for rideshare passengers is dangerous because it puts corporate profits over public safety, leaving injured passengers with fewer options, higher medical costs, and little protection when they need it most.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Dog Bite Laws in California: What San Diego Residents Need to Know

By Eugene Bruno on November 15, 2025

Dog bites are more common than many people realize, and when they happen, the legal and financial consequences can be serious. In California, dog bite victims have strong protections under a strict liability law, which means pet owners can be held responsible even if the dog has never shown signs of aggression.

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Posted in: Dog Bite

How to File a Claim If You Were a Passenger in a San Diego Car Accident

By Eugene Bruno on November 7, 2025

Car accidents can be overwhelming. And you might not know where to turn for help when you’re not the one behind the wheel.

Many people who are injured as a passenger are unsure what to do next. You may be asking yourself: Whose insurance applies? Do I need an attorney? These questions can be tough to answer without legal guidance.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Slip and Fall Accidents in San Diego: Legal Steps to Take

By Eugene Bruno on November 5, 2025

Slip and fall accidents can happen when you least expect it—on a wet grocery store floor, an uneven sidewalk, or a poorly lit stairwell. These accidents can lead to serious injuries that disrupt your life physically, emotionally, and financially.

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Posted in: Premises Liability

Top Intersections for Car Accidents in San Diego: Avoid These Crash-Prone Areas

By Eugene Bruno on November 1, 2025

San Diego is known for its beautiful coastline and laid-back lifestyle, but the city also faces a serious issue on its roadways: high rates of car crashes at specific intersections. If you live or drive in San Diego, it’s important to know which roads pose the greatest risk and how accident location can impact liability and your ability to recover compensation.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Thanksgiving and Wage Laws in California: Are You Owed Extra Pay?

By Eugene Bruno on October 29, 2025

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and, for many, work shifts. If you’re scheduled to work on Thanksgiving, or over the holiday weekend, you might be wondering: Am I owed extra pay in California?

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Posted in: Employment Law

Delivery Truck Accidents in San Diego: Navigating Complex Liability Issues

By Eugene Bruno on October 23, 2025

With the surge in e-commerce and on-demand delivery services, delivery trucks have become a constant presence on San Diego roads.

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Posted in: Truck Accident

San Diego Truck Accidents and the Role of Driver Fatigue in 2025

By Eugene Bruno on October 14, 2025

Every day, countless commercial trucks traverse San Diego’s highways to deliver goods across California and beyond. These massive vehicles are essential to our economy, but they also pose significant safety risks when operated by fatigued drivers.

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Posted in: Truck Accident