Author Archives: Joe Marchelewski
Suing for Self-Inflicted Injuries in California
At first, filing a lawsuit for self-inflicted injuries might seem ridiculous. After all, if you choose to harm yourself, you cannot turn around and blame someone else…or can you? As it turns out, there are a few situations in which it may be possible to sue a negligent third party for self-inflicted injuries and… Read More »
Suing for Injuries After Fires in California
At first, fires might seem like unavoidable accidents. It is all too easy to dismiss these incidents as “freak accidents” that seem to occur without any wrongdoing. But when you start to investigate fires more closely, you quickly learn that they are almost always caused by some kind of human error. Even wildfires are… Read More »
Mail Carriers and Delivery Workers Have Surprisingly Dangerous Jobs in California
At first, it might seem like mail carriers and delivery workers have fairly average, run-of-the-mill jobs. But when you take a closer look at some of the latest headlines, it quickly becomes clear that these employees are injured on a fairly regular basis. It is no secret that California has struggled with public safety… Read More »
Can I Sue the Police After a Fatal Chase in California?
Many police departments in California are very quick to begin chasing suspects. Sometimes these actions are justified – especially when the suspect poses a danger to the general public. But what happens when innocent motorists get caught up in the mayhem and suffer injuries? What happens when innocent pedestrians are struck and killed due… Read More »
Los Gatos Elementary School Sexual Abuse – Was it Preventable?
The sexual abuse of children in California’s elementary schools is never acceptable. But these situations become even more disturbing when it’s clear the school could have done something to stop it. There have even been situations in which school staff were aware that children were being abused and yet failed to speak out or… Read More »
Can I Sue for a Bicycle Crash in California?
California is one of the most beautiful states in the nation, and there are few better ways to enjoy this natural splendor than by riding a bike. When you are on your bike, you are exposed to the elements in a unique way. You can feel the air on your face, you can smell… Read More »
Affordable Housing Projects Risk Wildfire Injuries in Santee, Ca
California, like many states throughout the nation, is currently struggling with an affordable housing crisis. Even the cheapest homes on the market are out of reach for many residents both young and old. Many people have been forced to live on the street in places like San Francisco. Amidst calls for change, governments have… Read More »
Pedestrian Accidents Are Out of Control in California
Residents of California should not feel a sense of impending doom while they go for walks. Whether you are taking a quick trip to a nearby corner store or you are going for a long stroll along a picturesque street, you deserve to feel safe as a pedestrian. Unfortunately, pedestrians are often struck by… Read More »
Can I Sue After an Accident With an Amazon Van?
It is no secret that Amazon drivers are under immense pressure to deliver their parcels as quickly as possible. The online marketplace has become famous for “same-day delivery” and other fast shipping methods that are only possible if delivery drivers rush. Unfortunately, this questionable business model and high-pressure situation puts the entire community at… Read More »
Can You Sue the Government for Allowing Your Child to Be Abused?
One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is watching your child be raised in an environment you cannot control. Sometimes, this is a mere inconvenience and a source of stress. In other situations, your child may be placed in a genuinely dangerous home setting where they are subjected to abuse and even torture…. Read More »