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Cartoon of two people slipping and falling on the floor, with text reading "Top 10 Causes of Slip and Fall Accident Injuries.

Personal Injury

What are the Top 10 Causes of Slip and Falls?

November 21, 2022

A graphic announces November 18 as the United Nations' World Day to highlight and prevent child sexual abuse, featuring international flags and a contact number.

Sex Crimes

United Nations Declares November 18 World Day to Highlight Child Sexual Abuse

November 18, 2022

Sex Crimes

A Look at Sexual Abuse Claims Against the Mormon Church/Latter-day Saints

November 16, 2022

Close-up of a woman wearing a smart bracelet on her wrist. Text overlay reads: "Smart bracelet design aims to prevent sexual assaults." Contact number visible at bottom.

Sex Crimes

Could a Smart Bracelet Help Reduce Incidents of Sexual Violence?

November 15, 2022

A child lies on a bed holding a stuffed animal; text on the image discusses the Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act and displays a phone number for legal help.

Sex Crimes

New Federal Bill S. 3103 Allows Survivors of Child Sex Abuse, Human Trafficking to Sue

November 14, 2022

Mugshots of two men with text: "Former Stockton Police Sergeant charged with 15 sexual assault counts. Nicholas Bloed. (818) 322-4056.

Sex Crimes

Former Stockton Police Officer Arrested on 15 Sexual Assault Counts

November 11, 2022

A person photographs damage to two cars after a minor collision; text reads, “Top 10 American Cities with the Worst Drivers” and shows a phone number.

Car Accidents

Top 10 American Cities With the Worst Drivers

November 10, 2022

Front of Hirschl School of Dance Arts with a headline about the Anaheim dance studio owner’s arrest for multiple sexual assaults involving minors; includes an inset photo of an older man.

Sex Crimes

Anaheim Dance Studio Owner Arrested for Child Sex Abuse; Police Seek More Victims

November 10, 2022

Sex Crimes

Orange County Man Arrested for Sexual Assaulting 3 Women Met Via Online Dating App

November 8, 2022

Cartoon of two cars with drivers, one male and one female, under a banner about Daylight Saving Time 2022 and a question about increased car accidents during DST.

Car Accidents

Does the End of Daylight Saving Time Cause an Increase in Car Accidents?

November 7, 2022

A person behind prison bars with a guard nearby; overlaid text discusses insufficient punishment for prison guards who sexually abuse inmates.

Sex Crimes

DOJ Memo Highlights Mishandling of Prosecutions in Prison Inmate Sexual Abuse Cases

November 4, 2022

Black and white photo of bare feet lying on the floor, with a news headline about a former LAPD captain allegedly covering up sexual assault claims.

Sex Crimes

Prosecutors Say LAPD Captain Warned CBS About Les Moonves Sexual Assault Claims

November 3, 2022

A box labeled "Sexual Assault" sits on a table. Text highlights California's new website for tracking rape kits and untested sexual assault exams. A phone number is shown at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

California Sexual Assault Survivors Can Now Track Status of Rape Kits Via Online Portal

November 2, 2022

Illustration showing a young girl and an elderly man with a child crossing streets at crosswalks, under a banner titled "Top 10 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents and Injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents

What are the Top 10 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?

October 31, 2022

A blurred image of a child with hands pressed to glass, overlaid with text about an elementary school teacher’s arrest for allegedly sexually assaulting a child in a classroom.

Sex Crimes

Sylmar Elementary School Teacher Arrested for Molesting Student; Police Seek Additional Victims

October 29, 2022

Illustration of three women holding "#MeToo" signs, referencing the movement against sexual misconduct. A banner highlights concerns about recent settlement impacts on progress.

Sex Crimes

L.A. Times Report: Recent Sexual Misconduct Settlement May Threaten #MeToo Movement Progress

October 28, 2022

Amazon delivery van seen crashed on a street at night near Anaheim, with emergency personnel on scene and significant vehicle damage visible.

Car Accidents

Anaheim Crash Involving Amazon Delivery Van Leaves One Dead, Another Hospitalized

October 27, 2022

A person in a hooded sweatshirt holds a finger to their lips. Text overlay reports Eric Weinberg's $5 million bail revoked, referencing allegations and legal action.

Sex Crimes

Alleged Serial Rapist/TV Producer Eric Weinberg Has $5 Million Bail Revoked

October 26, 2022

Surveillance images of a man, described as a Hispanic male, 5'8", with dark hair, brown eyes, and a mustache, wanted in connection with an Echo Park sexual assault case.

Sex Crimes

Woman Sexually Assaulted at Echo Park Apartment; Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspect

October 26, 2022

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Car Accidents

What are the Top 10 Most Dangerous Intersections in Los Angeles County?

October 26, 2022

Mugshot of a man beneath headlines stating a Riverside churro caterer owner was arrested for sexual assault; contact number is displayed.

Sex Crimes

Riverside Churro Caterer Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor; Police Seek Additional Survivors

October 22, 2022

Mugshot of a man with text overlay stating a Los Angeles high school basketball coach was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault, with a contact phone number at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

LAPD Seeks Additional Victims After Los Angeles High School Basketball Coach Arrested for Sexual Assault

October 20, 2022

Traffic on a multi-lane freeway with green highway signs overhead; a headline reports a fatal big rig crash on the 101 freeway near Woodland Hills.

Car Accidents

Tragic Big Rig Crash on 101 Freeway Gore Point Near Woodland Hills Kills Driver

October 19, 2022

Mugshot of a man identified in text as Richard Turner, with overlay stating he faces sexual assault allegations involving 10 victims and up to 17 charges.

Sex Crimes

Former Birmingham Trainer Richard Turner Arrested; Faces Numerous Sexual Assault Allegations

October 19, 2022

Infographic showing the safest cities in the U.S., with a map and a ranked list including Frisco, TX; McKinney, TX; Santa Clarita, CA; and others.

DLG News

Glendale Ranked Among Top 5 Safest Cities in the United States

October 17, 2022

A judge's gavel rests on U.S. hundred-dollar bills with the question "Are civil lawsuit settlements taxable?" displayed in bold text above.

Personal Injury

Is My Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?

October 14, 2022

A child holds up a hand toward the camera; overlaid text discusses a legal case about sexual abuse in a Los Angeles school district and a $52 million award.

Sex Crimes

$52 Million Settlement Awarded to Children Sexually Abused by LAUSD Wrestling Coach

October 13, 2022

Stage with large TwitchCon logos and purple lighting; headline reports adult film star injured in foam pit at San Diego TwitchCon event.

Personal Injury

Adriana Chechik Breaks Back at San Diego TwitchCon Event; Attendees Say Foam Pit ‘Wasn’t Safe’

October 13, 2022

A hand holds a teal ribbon on a wooden surface. Text above promotes a Q&A on the Los Angeles County Sexual Assault Council with a helpline number.

DLG News

Q&A With Board of Supervisors on Forthcoming Los Angeles County Sexual Assault Council

October 12, 2022

Surveillance image of a man in a gray shirt walking on the street, with text about a suspect in custody for child kidnapping and sexual assault in El Sereno.

Sex Crimes

Child Kidnapping, Sexual Assault at El Sereno Park Caught on Camera; Suspect in Custody

October 12, 2022

Three cartoon children cross a street at a crosswalk under a banner that reads "Important Information for Pedestrian Safety Month 2022.

Pedestrian Accidents

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month: Important Statistics for 2022

October 11, 2022

Text graphic with illustrations of distressed faces and a red hand; headline reads "California Sexual Battery vs. Sexual Assault: What's the Difference?" with a phone number at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

California Sexual Battery vs. Sexual Assault: What’s the Difference?

October 10, 2022

A woman covers her face with her hands; text above discusses Santa Clara County's dispute with Uber over reporting sexual assaults to police.

Sex Crimes

Santa Clara County Officials Urge Uber to Report Sexual Assaults to Police

October 7, 2022

Mugshot of a man with glasses; headline states he was arrested in Ventura for allegedly luring women into a truck and sexually assaulting them. Contact number listed at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

Santa Paula Man Arrested for Sexual Assaults; Sheriff’s Department Seeks Additional Victims

October 6, 2022

Illustration of people crossing a street at a crosswalk, with text about California's Freedom to Walk Act and its implications for jaywalking.

Car Accidents

Does the Freedom to Walk Act (California AB 2147) Decriminalize Jaywalking?

October 5, 2022

A hand holds a megaphone next to the text "NO MEANS NO!!!" with a headline about the LA County Board creating a sexual assault council and a phone number at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

Los Angeles County Aims to Prevent Sexual Assault Crimes by Establishing New Council

October 3, 2022

A young girl covering her face with her hand sits holding a teddy bear; headline about a substitute teacher accused of sexual assault is displayed above.

Sex Crimes

Police: Orange County Substitute Teacher Sexually Assaulted 10-Year-Old Girl

September 30, 2022

A person holding a clipboard and pen sits near another person who appears distressed, with text about a new California law preventing abusive doctors from regaining licenses.

Sex Crimes

California AB 1636 Ensures Doctors Convicted of Sex Crimes Will Not Get Licenses Back

September 29, 2022

News graphic showing a mugshot of a man labeled as a rideshare driver arrested for sexual assault, alongside an image of a hand holding a phone displaying the Uber app.

Sex Crimes

LAPD Seeking Additional Victims After Rideshare Sex Assault Involving 13-Year-Old Girl

September 27, 2022

A priest stands in the foreground with his collar visible; in the background, shadows of two children are seen. Text above details accusations of sex abuse against a former Sacramento priest.

Sex Crimes

Authorities Search for Former Sacramento Priest Accused of Sexually Abusing Girls

September 26, 2022

Two people sitting on a red couch; a man places his hand on a woman's knee. A headline states an athletic trainer was arrested for inappropriately touching students.

Sex Crimes

Lake Balboa Athletic Trainer Arrested After Students Report Incidents of Inappropriate Touching

September 23, 2022

A person sits with knees drawn up, partially covered by a white sheet. Text overlay discusses new civil claim rights for adult sexual assault survivors under California AB 2777.

Sex Crimes

California AB 2777 Signed Into Law, Affording Adult Survivors an Opportunity at Justice

September 21, 2022

Close-up of a clenched fist in the foreground with blurred figures in the background; text highlights high medical costs for rape survivors.

Sex Crimes

Study Shows Being a Rape Survivor Costs an Average of $3,500 in Medical Bills

September 19, 2022

Two silhouetted figures appear against a red and white background, with overlaid text about a kidnapping and sentencing case.

Sex Crimes

Westlake Man Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Kidnapping, Rape, Child Pornography

September 16, 2022

Mugshots of multiple individuals with text stating "141 online predators arrested in California child sex crimes sting operation" and a phone number at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

California Task Force-Led Sting Operation Results in 141 Online Child Sexual Predator Arrests

September 15, 2022

A blurred image of an outstretched hand with a headline about a 13-year-old boy sexually assaulted at a Glendale donut shop; police seek witnesses.

Sex Crimes

Witnesses Sought by Glendale Police After Man Sexually Assaults 13-Year-Old Boy

September 14, 2022

A person in a suit holds a stack of cash. Overlay text asks if punitive damages can be recovered in a California personal injury case, with a phone number at the bottom.

Personal Injury

How are Punitive Damages Awarded in California Personal Injury Cases?

September 13, 2022

A woman speaks at a podium with a California flag, capitol building, and text about AB 2777 Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act in the background.

Sex Crimes

California AB 2777 Sexual Abuse And Cover-Up Accountability Act to Open 3-Year Window for Previously Barred Claims

September 9, 2022

A hand with "Stop Sexual Assault" written on the palm; banner reads "Resources for Sexual Violence Survivors During National Suicide Prevention Week 2022.

Sex Crimes

9 Important Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors During National Suicide Prevention Month 2022

September 8, 2022

The UN General Assembly chamber with a banner headline about a historic resolution recognizing survivors of sexual violence; contact information appears at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

‘We Changed the World’ Survivor-Led Movement Secures United Nations’ Resolution

September 7, 2022

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