Michael Pines | April 8, 2026 | Dog Bites \ Personal Injury
If you’ve been bitten by a dog and seek medical treatment, you might be surprised to learn that your doctor is required to report the incident. In California, dog bite reporting is not optional – it’s the law, and it plays a critical role in protecting public health and safety. Here’s what you need to […]
Michael Pines | April 8, 2026 | Dog Bites \ Personal Injury
Dog bites can lead to serious physical injuries, emotional trauma, and unexpected medical expenses. If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog in California, it’s important to understand your rights under the law. California follows a strict liability rule for dog bites under California Civil Code Section 3342 – which means […]
Michael Pines | April 8, 2026 | Personal Injury \ Premises Liability
If you hire someone to perform work on your property – whether it’s a contractor, handyman, landscaper, or repair technician – you may be wondering: Am I liable if they get hurt? The answer in California is: sometimes, yes. Liability depends on several factors, but it is primarily governed by premises liability law, which requires […]
Michael Pines | April 8, 2026 | Personal Injury \ Premises Liability
If you’ve ever slipped on a wet floor at a grocery store, tripped on uneven pavement, or been injured due to poor property maintenance, you may have a premises liability claim under California law. At the heart of these cases is California Civil Code Section 1714, which establishes a foundational principle: property owners are responsible […]
Michael Pines | April 1, 2026 | Car Accidents \ Truck Accidents
Large trucks—including semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and other commercial vehicles—play a critical role in the U.S. economy. But when accidents happen, the consequences can be devastating. Due to their size and weight, crashes involving large trucks are far more likely to result in serious injuries or fatalities—especially for occupants of smaller vehicles. In this blog, we break […]
Michael Pines | April 1, 2026 | Personal Injury \ Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) doesn’t always end when the initial injury heals. For many individuals, the effects of a head injury can linger—or even appear—for months or years after the accident. If you or a loved one suffered a TBI due to someone else’s negligence, understanding the potential long-term effects is critical—not only for […]
Michael Pines | March 27, 2026 | Personal Injury
When someone is injured due to another person’s actions – or failure to act – the concept of “duty of care” is often at the center of a personal injury claim. Under California law, duty of care plays a critical role in determining whether someone can be held legally responsible for an accident. But what […]
Michael Pines | March 22, 2026 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is a devastating experience. In addition to grief and emotional pain, families often face financial challenges such as funeral expenses, lost income, and other unexpected costs. Filing a wrongful death claim can help surviving family members pursue compensation and accountability – but many families understandably wonder: […]
Michael Pines | March 22, 2026 | California Law \ Car Accidents \ Personal Injury
When someone is injured in a car accident, slip-and-fall, or other accident, determining who was at fault becomes a critical part of a personal injury claim. In many cases, more than one person may have contributed to the accident. The legal doctrines of contributory negligence and comparative negligence determine how that shared fault affects an […]
Michael Pines | March 22, 2026 | Car Accidents
Car crashes can happen in seconds, yet the forces involved are powerful enough to change lives forever. Understanding the physics behind a car collision helps explain why crashes cause injuries and why modern vehicle safety systems – like seatbelts, airbags, and crumple zones – are designed the way they are. At its core, a car […]