Orange County Accident Lawyer Blog

Man Dies In Garden Grove Workplace Accident

When you say goodbye to your loved one in the morning, you expect to see them after work. This week a Garden Grove knitting machine worker didn't make it home.

Swim Safe: Seven Tips To Prevent Drowning Deaths in Orange County

Most drowning deaths are preventable. The OCFA and the wrongful death attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie offer these drowning prevention tips.

Professional Athlete Dies in Overheated Pool

U.S. professional swimmer Fran Crippen died during a 10-kilometer marathon on Saturday, October 23 in the United Arab Emirates. During the event, several of the athletes complained about the water temperature which was in the 80’s. Although the cause of Crippen's death is still under investigation, several sporting organizations have suggested severe fatigue and heart attack caused by the overheated water. Organizers of athletic events have the responsibility to ensure that the facilities are safe for athletes. Athletes who are injured because of negligence, broken equipment or poor planning may be able to sue for compensation for their medical costs and related losses. To learn more, contact the Orange county personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. Injured athletes, download our free guide, “Athletes and Accidents. 9 Pitfalls That Can Delay Your Recovery.”

Riding With Drunk Friends? Families of DUI Crash Victims Still Have Rights

Was your loved one killed while riding with a drunk driver? The families of victims of fatal DUI crashes have the right to sue the drunk driver for wrongful death. A wrongful death lawsuit accuses the responsible driver of behaving negligently and allows the family to seek financial restitution. More importantly, it can help a family get some sense resolution for their loss. To learn more about wrongful death claims in California, contact the Orange County personal injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 1-866-981-5596.

Families sues Anaheim Hills doctor after anesthesia death is ruled homicide

The family of an abortion patient whose death was recently reclassified as a homicide has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Anaheim Hills doctor who performed the procedure. When a medical professional deviates from the accepted standard of care and causes harm, he is guilty of medical malpractice. To learn more about the rights of medical malpractice victims, call the Orange County wrongful death attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie. 1-866-981-5596.

Early swimming lessons may prevent Orange County drownings

New data shows that early swim training lowers rates of drowning in children under four. However, a study conducted by the University of Memphis found that many children – particularly African American children – do not know how to swim. Signing your children up for swimming lessons can help prevent drowning. If your child is injured or drowns in a public swimming pool because of a lack of safety equipment or supervision, you may have a personal injury or wrongful death case. Contact the Orange County child injury attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie to learn more about your rights. 866-981-5596.

Boat accident in Orange County cases lawsuit against Coast Guard

The Coast Guard 33 foot cutter collides with a 24 foot Searay. Was the cutter hot dogging to the scene of a call? California ranks very high on boat accidents. See what you think.

Blue Cross quickly becoming the Toyota of bad business.

Blue Cross quickly becoming the Toyota of bad business. Personal Injury attorney James Ballidis discusses the continuing criminality of both.

Doctor gets away with murder by paying $250,000.

MICRA damages limit this doctor to a payment of $250,000 for manslaughter or murder of a 20 year old woman.

Doctor gets away with murder by paying $250,000.

MICRA damages limit this doctor to a payment of $250,000 for manslaughter or murder of a 20 year old woman.

New Year’s DUI’s up 30 percent this year

CHP reports that arrests for suspicion of driving under the influence were up 30% this New Year's holiday compared to the same period last year. Each year, over 15,000 American lose their lives to crashes involving drivers under the influence. A DUI-related death is a wrongful death. Families of victims may file a wrongful death lawsuit to receive compensation for their losses. While a wrongful death lawsuit cannot replace a loved one, it can ease the economic stress caused by the loss. Call the California wrongful death attorneys at Allen, Flatt, Ballidis and Leslie at 1-866-981-5596 to learn more.