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$3M Judgment Secured Against City of Los Angeles for Six Firefighters Who Blew the Whistle on Unsafe LAFD Practices
As profiled by Los Angeles Times, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP obtained judgments from the City of Los Angeles on behalf of six firefighters who were retaliated against after blowing the whistle on LAFD’s dangerous…
The True Cost of Treating a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
When you or someone you love is seriously injured, it is natural to feel a sense of relief in the immediate aftermath. “At least I survived,” you may find yourself thinking if you were…
CPSC Sues to Protect Infants from Dangerous Baby Loungers
Over the past few years, more and more baby loungers and similar products have been identified as potentially dangerous to infants and babies, due to a risk of suffocation. Some, like The Boppy Company’s…
What Kinds of Construction Work Are the Most Dangerous?
Construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. Employees who do road work, home and business construction, landscaping, or other types of construction regularly work with dangerous machinery including bulldozers,…
New Treatments for Amputation Injuries
Amputation injuries are life-changing. The amputation of an arm, leg, hand, or foot will automatically lead to some, if not all, loss of function. Many victims will need to relearn skills or require prosthetics…
What Exactly Is a “Pain and Suffering” Award?
In a personal injury case, the injured individual is eligible to seek damages for their injuries and losses through the court system. What this means is that you, as the victim, can request financial…
Patrick McNicholas Recognized on Los Angeles Times’ Notable Personal Injury Lawyer List
Partner Patrick McNicholas was selected for inclusion in The Los Angeles Times’ Notable Personal Injury Lawyer list, recognized for his outstanding achievement in personal injury law. Pat’s highlighted successes include securing a $13.5 billion settlement against…
What Are the Signs of Lead Poisoning?
Lead poisoning is the result of lead building up in the body. This can happen over months or years, and the consequences of lead poisoning is especially devastating for children and infants. Even small…
Motorists Must Slow Down, Move Over – It Is the Law
According to a recent study from the American Automobile Association (AAA), nearly one-quarter of United States motorists are unaware of “Slow Down, Move over” laws in their state – or that they even exist…