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    Does an STD Have to Be Disclosed Publically in a Medical Setting?

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    A Coachella Valley personal injury lawyer can provide a large amount of assistance for individuals who feel their infection with an STD has been made public knowledge by another party. In most states, it is not permitted for anybody to reveal a person has been infected with HIV. Even a medical provider is not always permitted to reveal when a person has been infected with an STD. Continue reading

    Intentional torts are those behaviors and acts that are done with a direct intention. This means that a person can either touch you with a purpose or intentionally threaten you, and a possible violation may have occurred. The person who is being assaulted or battered needs to have received a threat or hit. A Coachella Valley personal injury lawyer can help you to assess the viability of your intentional tort case. Continue reading

    Personal injury accidents have more than just a physical impact on your life. Possible financial loss, impact on your daily life, and stress that comes from dealing with insurance companies and lawyers all add to what you’ll have to navigate. To lessen all of the disruptions, while ensuring you receive the help you deserve, you need an advocate for your side. Continue reading

    Section 11376.5 of California Health and Safety Code is a law in California, aiming at averting deaths caused by drug overdose. The law, as explained by our Coachella Valley personal injury lawyer, in reference to the passing of the law, was made effective on January 1, 2013.

    The California drug overdose Good Samaritan law encourages calling 911 or seeking medical assistance for a person in need, or yourself, with varying levels of criminal protection or civil immunity for those involved. In part, this law protects good Samaritans from being in trouble with the law if they are also under the influence of drugs when they make the call. Continue reading

    Choosing a Personal Injury Lawyer

    Choosing the right lawyer is the first and most important step to fighting a personal injury suit. Personal injury is defined as suffering from an injury as a result of an accident or injury sustained where another person was at fault. This injury can be physical or emotional. Victims suffering from a personal injury due to anything from home, work or car accident are likely entitled to compensation. Continue reading

    Reasons Personal Injury Cases Go to the High Courts

    According to statistical data, close to 80% of personal injury claims settle out of court. While many are able to reach mediation in the pretrial period, there are times when personal injury cases must be heard by the High Courts. Typically these cases are the most complex; however cases where arbitration has failed and where there is a question in liability will also go to the higher courts. Continue reading

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