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Financial difficulties are undoubtedly stressful and challenging. Recognizing key indicators that suggest it might be time to explore bankruptcy can be a crucial step in regaining control over your...

Sharing on social media has become second nature. But if you're involved in a personal injury case, it's important to be cautious about what you post. Your social media activity can significantly...

As we welcome another year, many of us use this time to reevaluate the important aspects of our lives. While estate planning might not be at the top of everyone's list, updating a will is a...

The holidays are a time of joy and celebration, and many companies host festive parties to reward their employees. However, amidst the excitement, the legal risks involved in hosting such events...

Many homeowners enjoy hosting holiday gatherings with friends and family, but few consider the risks that come with it. While parties are meant to be fun, they can bring unintended consequences if...

Many homeowners enjoy hosting holiday gatherings with friends and family, but few consider the risks that come with it. It's the season for celebrating, but with the joy of hosting comes the...

As the year draws to a close, it's a natural time to reflect on any big changes that may have come your way in 2024. Whether you've recently gotten married, divorced, welcomed a new child, or...

If you are a worker in the state of California, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if you become injured or ill while performing your job duties. If you’re considering filing a...

Workers’ compensation benefits are a crucial financial lifeline many workers in California take advantage of after suffering from an injury or illness on the job. However, not everyone understands...

Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance program that pays those who are injured at work or fall ill from workplace conditions for medical expenses and lost income while recovering. No fault...

Security should never be taken for granted, and our premises liability attorney at the Winter Law Group knows it better than anyone else. Adequate security plays a critical role in keeping visitors...

One weekend, a neighbor invites you over to see the new second-story addition to his home. As you’re walking up the newly-installed stairway, one of the steps gives way and you slip and fall...

Being bitten or attacked by a dog can be an extremely emotional and traumatizing experience. Thankfully, California dog bite laws allow victims of dog bites or dog attacks to seek fair financial...

It’s natural to trust the products that you use and believe that they will be safe. After all, they must have gone through rigorous safety testing before they were manufactured. Unfortunately,...

In California marriages, there is separate property/debt and community property/debt. The former is what you had prior to the marriage, and the latter is everything you and your spouse incurred...

When you owe someone money, it is because you made a contract with them. You agreed to use credit on your credit card in exchange for monthly payments and accruing interest. You agreed also to make...

Filing for bankruptcy is not a quick or easy decision for most people. It is also a highly personal decision. Those pondering bankruptcy usually spend considerable time researching the process and...

When you are hurt in a car accident caused by another party's negligence, you can hold the responsible party accountable and pursue fair financial compensation by filing insurance claims. However,...

No one likes to think about an accident happening to themselves or someone they love, but the reality is they can happen to anyone...

In California and throughout the United States, we rely on semi-trucks to move goods from one place to the next. While these tractor trailers are a necessary part of life, their sheer size and the...

Most Californians spend at least some time behind the wheel of a car on a regular basis. Cars and trucks are a fundamental part of our daily lives, yet they can be the source of incredible...

California drivers log nearly 341 billion miles in their vehicles each year. With a population of approximately 40 million, 26 million of them are licensed drivers. That averages out to about 13...

If you are exploring options for financial relief, you may have considered filing for bankruptcy. According to the American Bankruptcy Institute, an estimated 39 million Americans have filed for...

Some people are hesitant about speaking with a  car accident attorney  after they have been in a crash. Perhaps their injuries are minor....

In the 12 months prior to March 1, 2020, California ranked first in the country for the number of individuals filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy (nearly 35,000) and ranked second for individuals filing...

Filing for bankruptcy may be the best — and sometimes, the  only  — option to get out from under crushing debt. While getting that fresh...

The average household credit card debt in California stands at $10,496, the fourth highest in the nation, while the average mortgage debt in the Golden State has reached a whopping $363,537. Both...

In 2019, nearly 60% of California drivers surveyed said they had been hit or nearly hit by a driver who was texting or talking on a mobile phone. 51% admitted they had made mistakes while driving...

Life's financial curveballs can sideline you from paying bills or meeting your other financial needs. When thinking about the next steps for your financial future, it's easy to fall victim to...

In 2019, there were about 493,066 properties with foreclosure filings, representing 0.36 percent of all housing units in the United States. Due to nonpayment, your mortgage lender can repossess...

The body content According to the California Highway Patrol, there is an average of 600 to 700 passengers killed in car accidents annually. Many of these accidents are caused by negligence or...

According to the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) annual report, in 2017, there were 277,160 traffic crash injuries and 3,904 fatalities in California. Being involved in an...

Many people hesitate to file for bankruptcy for fear of losing their possessions. They believe their homes, cars, furniture, and savings to be at risk. However, the court has no interest in making...

Life’s financial curveballs can strike without warning and sideline you from meeting your financial needs. When facing financial adversity, declaring bankruptcy may be the best choice to remedy...