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Dog Breeds and Homeowners Insurance: What Every Homeowner Should Know

By Eugene Bruno on July 12, 2023

Homeowners insurance is important for more than just protecting your home. Homeowners insurance provides liability insurance if someone is injured on your property. With summer festivities in full swing, you’ll want to be protected in the event that your dog bites someone or knocks them down. It’s important to understand that certain dog breeds can affect your ability to get coverage and may result in personal liability if your homeowner’s coverage does not cover a dog bite claim. In this blog post, we’ll break down the topic of homeowners insurance and restricted dog breeds to provide you with a clear explanation of the issue.

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Posted in: Premises Liability

The First Four Things to Do After Being Injured in a Car Crash

By Eugene Bruno on June 30, 2023

Car accidents are a fact of life in California. No matter how diligently you drive, you cannot control the actions of other drivers. Your actions after a crash can make a difference in what compensation you receive from the responsible parties. The following are the first four things you should do after a car accident.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Trailblazing with Caution: Who’s Liable For Hiking Injuries?

By Eugene Bruno on June 30, 2023

San Diego has miles and miles of hiking trails, from easy coastal strolls to extreme mountain hikes. But what happens if you get hurt on a hike? Hiking injuries ranging from twisted ankles to broken bones can be serious, even requiring surgery in some cases. Can you make a claim for hiking injuries?

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Posted in: Premises Liability

Celebrating the Fourth of July Safely: Firework Safety Tips for a Happy Holiday

By Eugene Bruno on June 20, 2023

Fireworks have become an integral part of our Independence Day celebrations. However, it’s important to remember that safety should be a top priority for you, your family, and those around you. Consider these essential firework safety tips for a safe and enjoyable holiday:

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Posted in: Personal Injury

Using Dashcam Footage in California Car Accident Cases

By Eugene Bruno on June 15, 2023

Dashcams are dashboard cameras, typically mounted on a vehicle’s dashboard. They have been legal in California since 2011. State law specifies that dashcams must not be placed in a location that could interfere with airbag deployment, and any passengers in the vehicle must be notified that their conversations are being recorded. Dashcam footage can serve as valuable evidence in a car accident case.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Did COVID Make Driving More Dangerous?

By Eugene Bruno on June 10, 2023

COVID changed so much, so perhaps it’s no surprise that it changed the way we drive, too. Lockdowns and remote work meant months of empty roads. Now that we are back to our regular driving routines, California is experiencing a surge in traffic deaths. Did we forget how to drive? Did we pick up dangerous habits while driving on empty roads? Can we get back to driving safely, or is this our new normal? In this month’s blog post, we discuss some of the details of a recent traffic safety study and explore some of the factors behind this bizarre and scary phenomenon.

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Posted in: Car Accident

Understanding the Fine Print: Liability Waivers Explained

By Eugene Bruno on June 1, 2023

Chances are, you have signed a liability waiver. Likely, it was required to join a gym or participate in a sporting event. Liability waivers are commonly required for recreational activities, sports events, gyms, and certain businesses where the activity may potentially result in injury. A waiver prevents you from suing the other party in the event that you are hurt. You may have signed a waiver without fully understanding the legal importance of what you were signing.

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Posted in: Personal Injury

Knowing California’s Bike Laws

By Eugene Bruno on June 1, 2023

Bicycling is popular all over California, year-round in some areas. Whether you’re a serious bike commuter or a weekend cruiser, knowing California’s bike laws could keep you safer on the roads. California has improved legal protections for bikers, but the best protection for any biker is to be aware of your surroundings, and also be aware of the law.

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Posted in: Bicycle Accident

Does California’s New Jaywalking Law Affect My Injury Claim?

By Eugene Bruno on May 30, 2023

At the beginning of 2023, jaywalking became legal under California’s new law, The Freedom to Walk Act. Under this new law, people can cross the street outside of a crosswalk without getting a ticket if they can do so safely. Police can still ticket those who cross the street outside of a crosswalk if they do so in a way that could cause an accident.

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Posted in: Pedestrian Accident

Can I Even Afford a Lawyer for My Injury?

By Eugene Bruno on May 15, 2023

After being injured in an accident caused by an act of negligence, you may be considering your options for recovering compensation. Many accident victims are hesitant to file a claim or even speak to a San Diego personal injury attorney because they are concerned about the cost. Hiring a personal injury lawyer can make a big difference in your claim, so it is important to seek skilled legal counsel.

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Posted in: Personal Injury