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Two cars involved in a collision at an intersection with people standing nearby; text asks about the three types of collisions in car crashes.

Car Accidents

The 3 Collision Rule in Car Accidents

September 30, 2021

A woman sits on steps with her head in her hand. Text announces a Santa Ana Unified Schools sexual abuse case settled for over $1 million, with contact information provided.

Sex Crimes

Santa Ana Unified Schools Sexual Abuse Case Settled for Over $1 Million

September 29, 2021

Entrance gate of Chapman University with a headline above stating, "Attempted sexual assault at Chapman University thwarted by karate black belt student.

Sex Crimes

Attempted Sexual Assault at Chapman University Thwarted by Karate Black Belt Student

September 28, 2021

A person lies curled up on the floor. Text overlay reads: "Riverside County pays $900,000 in childhood sexual abuse lawsuit. (866) GO-SEE-SAM.

Sex Crimes

Riverside County Pays $900,000 in Childhood Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

September 27, 2021

Sex Crimes

$11 Million School Sexual Abuse Settlement Reached in Redlands Unified Case

September 25, 2021

A woman sits on a couch with her head on her knees. Text overlay discusses the link between sexual assault in women and later-life brain damage, and provides a phone number.

Sex Crimes

Sexual Assault in Women Linked to Later-Life Brain Damage

September 23, 2021

News headline about an army vet pilot charged in sexual assaults at California hiking trails, shown with military dog tags and a U.S. flag patch.

Sex Crimes

Army Vet Pilot Charged in Sexual Assaults at California Hiking Trails

September 21, 2021

Multiple Emmy Award statuettes are displayed with a headline about Michaela Coel dedicating her Emmy win to survivors of sexual assault. A phone number and logos appear at the bottom.

Sex Crimes

Michaela Coel Dedicates Emmy Award to ‘Every Single Survivor of Sexual Assaults’

September 20, 2021

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Sex Crimes

Arcadia Police Arrest Swim Coach for Sex Crimes with Minors

September 17, 2021

A gavel overlaps images of women, some in masks, with text about Olympians testifying on sexual abuse by Larry Nassar and systemic abuse in major sports institutions.

Sex Crimes

Simon Biles Says FBI ‘Turned a Blind Eye’ to Sexual Abuse

September 16, 2021

A graphic with the text "Alanis Morissette comes forward as survivor of multiple statutory rapes" and "Statutory rape is a crime," with a helpline number and distressing imagery.

Car Accidents

Alanis Morissette Comes Forward as Survivor of Multiple Statutory Rapes

September 14, 2021

A woman holds her hand up to block the camera, overlaid with news text about a sexual assault investigation involving Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer.

Sex Crimes

Sexual Assault Investigation Leads Dodgers Pitcher Trevor Bauer to Miss Rest of Season

September 10, 2021

Mugshot of a man with headlines stating he is a sheriff's deputy and girls' softball coach arrested on sexual assault of a minor charges.

Sex Crimes

L.A. County Sheriff’s Deputy/Girls’ Softball Coach Antonio Galindo Arrested in Sexual Assault of a Minor

September 10, 2021

A digital graphic reporting the arrest of a sexual assault suspect by LAPD, with a helpline number and an illustration of a person covering another's mouth.

Sex Crimes

Sexual Assault Suspect Deontae Williams Arrested by LAPD

September 9, 2021

A military vehicle is overturned on a rough surface. Text overlay reports 5 injured after a rollover crash on the 215 Freeway in Menifee, California, with contact information for legal help.

Car Accidents

5 Injured After Military Vehicle Rollover Crash on 215 Freeway

September 9, 2021

A black-and-white photo of a person’s silhouette is overlaid with text about the differences between civil and criminal sexual assault lawsuits and California law.

Sex Crimes

What is the Difference Between a Civil and Criminal Sexual Assault Lawsuit?

September 9, 2021

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Sex Crimes

Santa Clarita Massage Therapist Jorge Panama Arrested on Sexual Assault Charges

September 3, 2021

Sex Crimes

How Long Does a Sexual Assault Lawsuit Take to Settle?

September 2, 2021

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Car Accidents

California Staged or Fraudulent Car Accidents on the Rise

September 1, 2021

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Sex Crimes

Notre Dame High School Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Child Molestation

September 1, 2021

A news graphic reports accusations against Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Frederic Corbin for sexually assaulting two female patients, with an image of medical professionals and a phone number displayed.

Sex Crimes

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Frederic Corbin Accused of Sexually Assaulting 2 Female Patients

September 1, 2021

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Car Accidents

Why Hiring the Best Lawyer is Important in Multi-Car Crashes

August 31, 2021

Event flyer with text: "Justice for Michelle Avan event scheduled for August 30; DLG team members to speak. Michelle’s life was taken on August 3." Includes a phone number.

DLG News

Justice for Michelle Avan Event Scheduled for August 30; DLG Team Members to Speak

August 26, 2021

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Personal Injury

Was Noah Cuatro’s Murder a Preventable Failure by the L.A. County Child Welfare System?

August 24, 2021

A person's mouth is covered by a hand; overlaid text reports arrests for sexual assault and sending nude photos, mentioning courage to report such crimes.

Sex Crimes

Miguel Bolanos, Former Riverside Dance Director, Arrested on Multiple Felony Sexual Assault Counts

August 24, 2021

A woman with crossed arms appears distressed; overlaid text discusses at-home DNA kits to address rape kit backlogs and support sexual assault survivors’ justice, focusing on college-age students.

Sex Crimes

Could At-Home DNA Collection Help End the Rape Kit Backlog and Ensure More Sexual Assault Survivors Obtain Justice?

August 24, 2021

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Car Accidents

Elderly Driver Car Accident Statistics Explained

August 18, 2021

A car driving at night with headlights on; text overlay reports a man charged in a fatal alleged wrong-way crash.

Car Accidents

Man Charged in Alleged Intentional Wrong-Way Car Crash That Killed Girlfriend, Injured 4 Children

August 18, 2021

Close-up of sealed evidence bags labeled "Sexual Assault" with overlaid text discussing the necessity and explanation of rape kits after a sexual assault.

Sex Crimes

Is a Rape Kit Necessary After a Sexual Assault?

August 16, 2021

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Personal Injury

Can Broken Chair Injury Victims Recover Financial Compensation?

August 12, 2021

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Personal Injury

Country Singer Clare Dunn Attacked by Nashville Lyft Driver

August 11, 2021

Personal Injury

What is the Eggshell Plaintiff Rule and How Does it Impact Sexual Assault Claims?

August 9, 2021

News graphic reporting the arrest of a Mesa principal on 15 felony counts of alleged sexual abuse involving minor students, with a blurred child and raised hands in the background.

Sex Crimes

Arizona Principal Arrested on 15 Felony Counts of Alleged Sexual Abuse With Minor Students

August 9, 2021

A hand is held up in front of a smartphone, with text about Apple's plan to scan iPhones for child sexual abuse images displayed over the image.

Sex Crimes

Child Sexual Abuse Images Auto-Scanned Through New Apple Tool

August 8, 2021

Cate School entrance sign with overlaid text about a former music teacher's arrest for alleged sexual abuse and references to related school abuse cases and legislation.

Sex Crimes

Former Cate School Music Teacher Suspected of Sexual Abuse Arrested in Colorado for Alleged Sexual Assault

August 6, 2021

Silhouette of a person with hands raised, overlaid with text about DLG helping Dr. Robert Anderson sexual abuse survivors obtain justice, including a phone number for contact.

Sex Crimes

How Can Robert Anderson/University of Michigan Sexual Abuse Survivors Obtain Justice?

August 4, 2021

Car Accidents

Right-Turn Car Accident Lawyer in California

August 3, 2021

A hand covers a woman's mouth while another hand grips her wrist; text above discusses Mena Suvari's memoir on surviving sexual abuse and a warning that sexual abuse can affect anyone.

Sex Crimes

Actress Mena Suvari Describes Surviving Sexual Abuse in New Memoir

July 29, 2021

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Car Accidents

Common Roadway Defect Conditions That Cause Car Accidents

July 27, 2021

A woman with tape over her mouth stands in front of a blurred person wearing a Tokyo 2020 shirt. Text discusses a proposed Bill of Rights to protect child athletes from abuse.

Sex Crimes

What is the Proposed Child Athlete Bill of Rights?

July 26, 2021

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Personal Injury

What is California’s Comparative Negligence Law?

July 23, 2021

A person drives a car on a road with other vehicles, overlaid with text about fault in pedestrian-involved car accidents and a visible phone number.

Car Accidents

Is the Driver Always At Fault in a Pedestrian-Involved Car Accident?

July 21, 2021

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Car Accidents

Why Social Media Posts Can Hurt Your Car Accident Injury Claim

July 20, 2021

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Sex Crimes

Harvey Weinstein Expected to Face Rape Charges in Los Angeles Court This Week Following Extradition

July 20, 2021

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Medical Malpractice

Many California Doctors Guilty of Gross Negligence Still Practicing Medicine According to Report

July 19, 2021

Surveillance image of a male suspect in a building, shown on a televised news segment about a search for a sexual assault suspect in Southwest Bakersfield.

Sex Crimes

Police Release Surveillance Images of Bakersfield, CA Sexual Assault Suspect

July 16, 2021

A black car speeds through a city intersection under a green light, with text discussing automated speed enforcement in California.

Car Accidents

Speed-Related Traffic Deaths at Historic Highs; California Pushes for Automated Enforcement

July 16, 2021

A teenage boy on the phone stands in front of two cars involved in an accident. The image is overlaid with text about teenage driver car accident statistics and safety facts.

Car Accidents

Everything You Need to Know About Teenage Driver Motor Vehicle Crashes

July 14, 2021

Close-up of a red car with significant damage to the side; text overlay reports NFL star Richard Sherman’s arrest and ongoing investigations.

Car Accidents

Hit-and-Run DUI Investigation Launched/Domestic Violence Charges Filed Against NFL Star Richard Sherman

July 14, 2021

White pickup truck drives over a manhole cover at an intersection; news headline reports fatal pedestrian accident involving the vehicle in Panorama City.

Pedestrian Accidents

Police Searching for Pickup Truck Driver After Striking/Killing Pedestrian Under Manhole Cover

July 13, 2021

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