Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in injury or death. Proving negligence in a medical malpractice lawsuit requires strong evidence and expert testimony. In California, victims must demonstrate that a doctor, nurse, or hospital was negligent and that this negligence directly caused harm. This guide…

When a person dies due to negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct, their surviving family members may pursue legal action against the responsible party. In California, there are two types of claims that may be filed: While these claims often arise from the same incident, they serve different legal purposes and allow for different types of…

When a loved one dies due to negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct, the surviving family members may file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek compensation. However, California law imposes strict time limits on filing these claims, known as the statute of limitations. Missing this deadline can result in losing the right to pursue compensation. This…