June 9, 2026
Key Takeaways Compensatory damages are designed to financially restore injured victims for losses caused by another party's negligence. Economic damages cover verifiable out-of-pocket losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages address subjective losses like pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. California generally pla...
read moreMay 30, 2026
Key Takeaways TTD means Temporary Total Disability for workers unable to work after injury. TTD pays about two-thirds of average weekly wages under California law. Payments continue until return to work or reaching Maximum Medical Improvement. Most workers receive TTD up to 104 weeks within five years. Insurers must give written notice before stopping or changing TTD payments. ...
read moreMay 26, 2026
Key Takeaways California law treats negligence and malpractice as distinct, with different requirements and limits. Medical negligence is an unintentional mistake falling below the standard of deserved patient care. Malpractice is a breach of the professional standard of care, causing measurable harm. California requires 90 days' prior notice before filing a malpractice lawsuit. ...
read moreMay 22, 2026
Key Takeaways California requires proving duty, breach, causation, and damages for malpractice claims. Patients must serve a Notice of Intent at least 90 days before filing suit. MICRA caps non-economic damages, with increased limits effective January 1, 2023. Non-death cases start at $350,000 and increase annually to $750,000. California requires filing within one year of discov...
read moreMay 20, 2026
Key Takeaways Courts reject late personal injury cases after the statute of limitations expires. The general deadline is two years from injury under California Code of Civil Procedure 335.1. Government claims require a tort claim within six months under Government Code 911.2. After denial or inaction, six months remain to file a civil lawsuit. The medical malpractice deadline is ...
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