Who Is Liable When AI-Powered Medical Devices Fail?

The recent boom in AI-powered devices has advanced into the medical field. More and more companies are relying on these tools, but with the use of technology comes a host of issues that may…

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Construction Defect Litigation for Residential Property Owners

Construction defects can be devastating for new homeowners, and many homeowners are unsure how to handle them. These defects can range in severity, and the applicable deadlines for filing a claim vary depending on…

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Who Is Liable for Overdose Deaths in Sober Living Facilities?

Sober living facilities are meant to provide a stable, safe, and substance-free environment for individuals who are working on recovering from addiction. When an overdose death happens in one of these homes, there may…

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Patients’ Rights After a Medical Data Breach in California

Patients have rights over how their medical data is shared and stored. In California, patients have the right to keep their medical records private. A data breach violates this right and puts patients at…

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Car Accident Injuries Often Overlooked by Victims

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported there were over 2.8 million emergency department visits for motor vehicle crashes in 2023. While injuries sustained in car accidents vary greatly from mild to…

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Inverse Condemnation in California Wildfire Lawsuits

When wildfires damage homes, businesses, or land in California, the cause is often linked to utility company equipment. Many people think they must prove the company was careless or broke safety rules to get…

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Understanding Proposition 51 and How It Affects Shared Liability

Proposition 51, also known as the Fair Responsibility Act of 1986, governs shared liability in personal injury cases. When more than one party is responsible for causing an injury in California, determining which party…

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How Violations of California Vehicle Code Affect Truck Accident Liability

Commercial truck accidents often cause catastrophic damage, which is why so much effort has gone into figuring out why these collisions happen and how to prevent them in 2026. The California Vehicle Code addresses…

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Claims Involving Elderly Drivers Under California’s Senior License Renewal Rules

As drivers age, safety concerns can collide with legal responsibility after an accident caused by an elderly driver. California is one of many states that has implemented additional license renewal requirements for senior drivers….

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Independent Contractors Injured on the Job in LA — Do They Have Rights?

In 2023, roughly 2.2 million California residents reported that they are primarily self-employed. This figure includes a combination of small business owners, freelancers, and gig workers, many of whom work long, hard hours in…

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Burn Victims and Emotional Trauma

Burn injuries are like no other. These injuries are among the most painful and traumatic experiences a person can endure. Beyond the physical damage, burn victims often suffer from long-lasting emotional harm. These victims…

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How Prosthetic Costs Impact Settlement Value in Amputation Cases

Losing a limb or requiring prosthetic assistance after an accident is life-changing in every way possible. The physical, emotional, and financial toll is overwhelming, especially the financial burden of prosthetic devices, as they can…

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How Jury Demographics in LA Affect High-Value Personal Injury Verdicts

Los Angeles County is known for a lot of things, including its diversity, booming economy, and dense traffic. When a personal injury goes to trial in Los Angeles, the jury pool—and those who are…

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Power Line Fires and Utility Negligence in LA

In California, power line fires caused by utility negligence are a common concern, having led to several lawsuits in recent years. These fires threaten densely populated neighborhoods, but utility fires have also played a…

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What Will Insurance Cover After a Fire?

California is a hot and dry state, especially near LA. Devastating fires break out frequently, destroying untold billions of dollars worth of real estate and personal property. Fire insurance is a must in many…

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The Future of Paralysis Treatment

Have you or a loved one suffered an injury to the spinal cord that led to paralysis? You may be wondering what the future holds for you. While many people live full lives with…

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ABC 7, KTLA, NBC, Fox 11, KNX News and Others Report on Lawsuit Filed Against Southern California Edison Over Eaton Fire Devastation

As reported by multiple news outlets, trial law firms McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, Becker Law Group, and Singleton Schreiber have filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison Company (Edison) on behalf of victims of…

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The Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Cases

An expert witness is someone with specialized skill, knowledge, experience, training, or education. These qualifications enable the expert to assist the court in understanding the evidence or determining facts at issue in a legal…

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Whiplash Injuries After Car Accidents

Whiplash injuries occur when the neck and head are suddenly and forcefully flung backward and forward. This type of injury commonly results from rear-end automobile collisions, but can also occur in other types of…

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Can My Cell Phone Data be Used Against Me in a CA Personal Injury Claim?

Yes, your cell phone can potentially be used against you in a California personal injury claim. Here’s how and why: Evidence of distraction: If you were using your phone at the time of the…

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Speeding Is a Leading Cause for Fatalities on Busy Highways and Local Roadways

Fatalities occur on the highways and local roads of Los Angeles for a variety of reasons. In fact, officers, researchers, and government agencies have found that one of the most common reasons for these deaths is speeding. According to the National Highway…

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Fatal Riverside County Helicopter Crash Under Investigation

Helicopter crashes are one of the most dangerous accidents that individuals may experience in their lifetime. When these types of crashes occur, the results are almost always devastating, traumatic, and fatal. According to the Los Angeles Times, a deadly helicopter crash occurred…

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Lawsuit Filed Against the City of Los Angeles and LAPD for Wrongly Releasing Identities of Undercover Officers – LA Times, FOX LA, Audacy and More Report on Case

As reported by Los Angeles Times, FOX LA, Audacy and other news outlets, nearly 700 undercover Los Angeles Police Department officers sued the City of Los Angeles on September 12, 2023, alleging their safety was affected by the release of department photographs…

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Best Lawyers Recognizes Nine McNicholas & McNicholas Attorneys on 2024 List

Attorneys John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas, Jeffrey Lamb, Courtney McNicholas, Juan Victoria and Douglas Winter were selected for inclusion on the Best Lawyers® 2024 list. Additionally, Sophia Arim and Richard Powers were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. The attorneys were recognized…

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Matthew McNicholas & Patrick McNicholas Selected to Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers 2023 Guide

Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were recognized in Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers 2023 Guide for their work standing up for individuals who are denied equal treatment, fired, harassed or sexually abused by those in positions of…

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Why Dog Bites Are Often Fatal for Child Victims

Pets can make our lives more enjoyable. Whether you’re a cat or dog person (or even a lizard or fish person), your pet brings a certain level of joy and comfort. Despite this, animals can be unpredictable, even when well-trained and friendly….

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Daily Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to Top Labor & Employment Lawyers 2023 List

In recognition of his success representing police officers against the City of Los Angeles and the LAPD for discrimination, harassment, and retaliation matters, Partner Matthew McNicholas was featured among Daily Journal’s Top Labor & Employment Lawyers for 2023. Among his many verdicts…

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Patrick McNicholas Named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys 2023 List

Partner Patrick McNicholas was selected to Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys 2023 list in recognition of his mass tort work, which has achieved more than $3 billion in resolutions for his clients, held massive utility companies,…

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McNicholas & McNicholas’ $4.3 Judgment Against LAPD Named a TopVerdict “Number 1 Verdicts in California” for 2022

Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Doug Winter’s unanimous $4.3 million jury verdict on behalf of a veteran lieutenant officer with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was recognized among TopVerdict’s “Number 1 Verdicts in California” for 2022. The list represents the largest plaintiff’s jury verdicts in…

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$13.1 Million Verdict for Two Male LAPD Police Officers in Sex Discrimination and Retaliation Case – LA Times Covers Lawsuit

As reported by Los Angeles Times, following a one-week trial, McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $13.1 million verdict on behalf of LAPD Officers Stephen Glick and Alfred Garcia against the City of Los Angeles, finding that they had been discriminated and retaliated…

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$13.1 Million Verdict for Two Male LAPD Police Officers in Sex Discrimination and Retaliation Case

Following a one-week trial, McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $13.1 million verdict on behalf of LAPD Officers Stephen Glick and Alfred Garcia against the City of Los Angeles, finding that they had been discriminated and retaliated against on the basis of their…

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TopVerdict Names McNicholas & McNicholas’ $3M Judgment Against City of Los Angeles to Top 50 Labor & Employment Settlements in California for 2022

McNicholas & McNicholas’ $3 million settlement against the City of Los Angeles on behalf of six firefighters who were retaliated against after blowing the whistle on the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) was ranked among TopVerdict’s Top 50 Labor & Employment Settlements in…

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Lawsuit Filed: Former Police Officer Sues City of Willits and Willits Police Department for Gender/Sexual Discrimination, Harassment & Retaliation

As reported by Ukiah Daily Journal, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP filed a lawsuit against the City of Willits and Willits Police Department (WPD) for gender/sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliation on behalf of former police officer, Natalie Higley. The suit also alleges the…

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Permanent Nerve Damage After a Car Accident

Some injuries from car accidents are immediately visible and clearly traumatic – open wounds, crushed limbs, and broken bones are easy to see. Other types of injuries, like brain trauma from a closed head injury or spinal compression, require medical testing in…

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Why Explosions Are So Often Deadly

Films and television shows make explosions exciting: will the hero survive? Will the villain perish? The truth, however, is that explosions cause severe injuries and devastating damage to the surrounding areas. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 100 people in…

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Los Angeles Times Recognizes Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas on its Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2023 List

Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were selected for inclusion in Los Angeles Times’ Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2023 list, recognizing the deep impact their work has had on law, policy and public safety. Noted for his representation of police officers,…

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The National Law Journal Recognizes Matthew McNicholas & Patrick McNicholas as Plaintiffs’ Attorney Trailblazers 2023

The National Law Journal named Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas to its 2023 list of Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Trailblazers, which features lawyers who are agents of change through their legal work. Matthew was recognized for his representation of police officers and firefighters…

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Can Magic Mushrooms Help Treat Migraines Caused by Traumatic Brain Injuries?

Migraines are a debilitating neurological condition that affects millions of people  and are a common side effect of traumatic brain injuries (“TBI”). While there is no cure for migraines, researchers at Yale School of Medicine are studying the potential benefits of using…

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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in California?

Living with a serious personal injury can be challenging for victims and their families. When an award is granted by a jury or a settlement is reached between the parties, the award is typically granted in a lump sum payment or by…

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McNicholas & McNicholas Hosts Firm Culture Event at NeueHouse Hollywood

McNicholas & McNicholas gathered for a firm-wide event at NeueHouse Hollywood for a thought-provoking day where attorneys discussed new developments in direct and mass actions law, how to foster a thriving and supportive community in the workplace, long-term goals and shared personal…

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