Healthcare Data Breaches That Cause Patient Harm in California
Healthcare providers and insurance companies are responsible for collecting some of our most personal and sensitive data, including medical histories, diagnoses, treatments, insurance data, and financial information. When information is exposed in a data…
Industrial Accidents Caused by Corporate Negligence
Industrial workplaces come with serious risks, but injuries are not inevitable. Many industrial accidents are caused by a company’s failure to follow basic safety practices and requirements. Corporations that cut corners, ignore hazards, or…
Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Raises Smoke, Air Quality, and Legal Questions
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a State of Emergency in Los Angeles County in response to a cold storage warehouse fire at Lineage Logistics that broke out on June 17, 2026. The facility is…
Understanding Liability for Autonomous Vehicle Accidents in California
Autonomous vehicles are increasingly common on California roads, and they are involved in a surprising number of collisions. Depending on the details of an accident, liability may lie with a human operator, vehicle manufacturer,…
Understanding Insurance Denials in Severe Personal Injury Cases
It is common for an insurance claim to be denied, even when someone has suffered from a severe injury. Insurance denials can involve different types of claims. Some denials come from your own insurer,…
How Scar and Disfigurement Claims Are Evaluated in California
An accident can be a jarring experience for a victim. That experience is greatly exacerbated if an injury occurs and results in scarring or disfigurement. In California, a person experiencing this may be able…
How Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) Differs from California State Class Actions
When many people are harmed by a defective product, a dangerous drug, or corporate misconduct, the legal system uses certain tools to manage the large number of claims. Two common options are multidistrict litigation…
How Dashcam Footage Can Strengthen Your Car Accident Claim in California
After a car accident in California, it is often one driver’s word against the other’s. Police reports are not always accurate, and witnesses may recall events differently. In these cases, dashcam footage can provide…
What Out-of-State Visitors Need to Know About CA Laws
California is no stranger to tourism. Los Angeles alone gets nearly 50 million visitors(opens in new tab) per year. While many of those visitors choose to use rideshare services or public transit, a significant…
Drone-Related Injuries: New Technology Meets California Negligence Law
Drones are no longer the niche gadgets they were when they first hit the market – they now play an important role in photography, construction, real estate, recreation, deliveries, and more. However, the more…
Mental Health Concerns After an Injury
In the world of personal injury law, it might be tempting to focus primarily or even exclusively on a person’s physical suffering, but what happens when a victim experiences the invisible toll of emotional…
Who’s Liable in LA’s Frequent Multi-Car Pileups?
If you live in or around Los Angeles, it’s probably no surprise that our city recently ranked 2nd for having the worst traffic in the nation. Since traffic density is one of the most…
What Is a CCP 998 Offer in California, and How Can It Impact Your Case?
A CCP § 998 offer is a written settlement offer that can be used by either the plaintiff or the defendant in a civil case. The primary goal of a 998 offer is to…
Wildfire Evacuation Injuries: Can You Sue for Poor Emergency Planning?
In 2023, there were over 7,000 wildfires reported in the state of California, and this number is still growing in 2024. As experts continue to suggest that the frequency of these disasters will only…
Proving Future Medical Costs in California Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Brain and spinal cord injuries are among the most serious, life-altering traumas a person can suffer. In California, victims of catastrophic injuries may be entitled to compensation for both immediate medical expenses and the…
How California Juries View Brain Injury Claims Without Visible Head Trauma
Unlike a broken bone, a surgical scar, or other visible wound, a concussion or traumatic brain injury can be invisible to the naked eye. Still, the pain is real for victims and can be…
Who’s Liable When a FedEx or Amazon Van Hits You?
Delivery trucks and vans are an unavoidable sight on LA roads. They zip down neighborhood streets, double park in busy commercial areas, and block lanes of traffic during deliveries. In addition to making life…
What to Expect at Your Deposition in a Personal Injury Case
If you’re pursuing a personal injury claim, you may find that the deposition is one of the most stressful parts of your case, especially if you’ve never been through one before. Being under oath…
Discovery Is the Most Important Part of Your Lawsuit
Soon after you file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, you will enter the pretrial discovery phase (“discovery” for short). For many plaintiffs, this is the most important part of your case–and it…
Hit and Run Accidents in Los Angeles
A hit and run in Los Angeles, as in most jurisdictions, involves a driver being involved in an accident with another vehicle, a pedestrian, or a fixed object, and then leaving the scene without…
Blunt Force Trauma to the Heart from a Los Angeles Car Accident
Compared to other types of injuries like head injuries, fractures, or soft tissue injuries, blunt force trauma to the heart is relatively uncommon in automobile accidents because the heart is protected by the ribcage and sternum. However, in high-impact, high-speed, or forceful…
What Makes Burn Injuries Catastrophic Injuries?
Burn injuries can be very serious, extremely painful, and lead to permanent scarring and disfigurement. They can be so severe that your skin and even the bones underneath may become permanently damaged. If this applies to you, your burn injury is likely…
What Are the Greatest Amputation Risks for Construction Workers?
Construction workers in Los Angeles handle extremely challenging tasks on a day-to-day basis. Whether they are perched at the top of a tall high-rise building or engaged in smaller projects on homes and businesses across the city, the risk of serious injury…
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP Earns Multiple Top-Tier Rankings by “Best Law Firms®”
For the eleventh consecutive year, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP has garnered a Tier 1 ranking in several practice areas by Best Law Firms®. The firm’s rankings include: National Tier 1 Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs Metropolitan Tier 1 –…
Who Is Liable for a Drunk Driving Accident in Los Angeles?
When you are driving home from a friend’s house and a drunk driver suddenly slams into your vehicle, you may be thinking that it is obvious that the driver is liable for your accident. While there is a high likelihood that this…
Los Angeles Times Interviews Matthew McNicholas on LAPD Commander’s Press Conference Regarding Allegations He Was Unlawfully Tracking an Officer
A press conference was held on October 17, 2023 by Commander Alfred Labrada and his attorney concerning the allegations he was involved in unlawfully tracking an LAPD officer’s movements by hiding an Apple AirTag in her car. Partner Matthew McNicholas was contacted…
Los Angeles Business Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment 2023 List
Partner Matthew McNicholas was selected to Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment 2023 list in recognition of his work representing law enforcement officers, firefighters and other first responders to hold their unethical employers accountable and create real change…
Boat Propeller Accidents Can Cause Horrific Injuries
Southern California’s year-round warm and sunny climate makes boating a favorite pastime among residents and visitors in the Los Angeles area. While boaters may be focused on having fun on the water with family or friends, they may not be thinking about…
When Cars Meet Storefronts: Catastrophic Injuries and Liability
Picture this: you’re going about your daily routine, visiting a store, when suddenly a car crashes into the building. It might sound like a scene from a movie, but the truth is, these incidents occur far more frequently than we might imagine….
Trial Begins in Lawsuit Brought by Bicyclist Who Was Severely Injured After Being Hit by Negligent Driver at Arcadia Intersection
McNicholas & McNicholas trial attorneys Jeffrey Lamb and Juan Victoria are representing the Plaintiff in Li Zhang v. Kokichi Nakazawa for injuries suffered in a bicycle accident. The trial began on September 19, 2023, in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The…
$2.8M Verdict for Riverside Police Officer in Ticket Quota Retaliation Case – Mercury News and Press-Enterprise Report on Lawsuit
Following a month-long trial in a ticket quota retaliation case, McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $2.8 million verdict on behalf of now-retired Riverside Police Department Officer Shawn Casteel against the City of Riverside. In interviews with Mercury News and Press-Enterprise, Partner Matthew McNicholas said,…
How to Choose a Los Angeles Motorcycle Injury Lawyer
Even though many people think that it only takes a quick internet search to find a motorcycle injury lawyer, the truth is that there are several different factors that go into this type of search. Motorcycle accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, such…
McNicholas & McNicholas Launches First Responders Instagram Page
Representing first responders for three decades years in labor and employment matters, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP has launched a dedicated Instagram page @FirstRespondersLaw to serve as a resource for law enforcement, firefighters, EMS members and other first responders. The page will provide…
Daily Journal Features McNicholas & McNicholas’ $10.1M and $4.3M Verdicts for Two Police Officers Against City of Los Angeles and LAPD
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP’s verdicts on behalf of two police officers in discrimination and retaliation cases against the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) were profiled in Daily Journal. Partner Matthew McNicholas obtained a $4.3 million jury…
The Impact of Large Truck Accidents on Vulnerable Road Users
Pedestrians and cyclists lack the protection that large trucks and motor vehicles have, making them more prone to life-threatening injuries. However, these vulnerable road users suffer the most severe and fatal injuries when struck by large trucks due to the truck’s size,…
Don’t Wait to Call a Los Angeles Injury Lawyer
When you are involved in any type of accident in Los Angeles or other California cities, it is important that you know how long you have to take legal action. If you do not take the time to find out this information,…
Tips for Organizing and Selecting Bellwether Trials – Sophia Arim Authors Daily Journal Article
In the world of mass tort litigation, bellwether trials are a commonly used tool to resolve a large number of cases by selecting a representative sample. Whether bellwether plaintiffs should be randomly selected or otherwise, and whether a bellwether process is necessary…
The Financial Consequences of Los Angeles Truck Accidents
Most people only think about the physical consequences that individuals suffer after being involved in truck accidents, but the harsh reality is that many of these victims often experience large financial burdens that affect them and their families for many years to…
Developing Post-Traumatic Epilepsy Following a TBI
When a person bumps or strikes their head on an object, they may develop a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which is a very serious injury that can cause issues with the function of the brain. Individuals diagnosed with TBIs may have problems…
Burns, Shocks, and Electrocution: The Dangers of Electrical Injuries
Electrical injuries can be something as small as a first-degree burn, or something as devastating as dying from electrocution. These types of injuries can occur as a result of being struck by lightning, operating a defective machine, or even plugging an appliance…