The state of California sets strict procedural filing deadlines, known as statutes of limitations, for different legal claims. Most often, a two-year statute of limitations applies to car accident claims.
This gives you until the second anniversary of your car accident in California to pursue compensation from an insurance company or another liable party.
There are, however, circumstances that may either accelerate or extend the amount of time you have to file a car accident claim. It’s important to know the timeframe for your specific case. Once the filing deadline passes, you ...
On Wednesday, July 24, 2025, a brush fire erupted in Bothell, Washington, igniting beneath high-tension transmission lines and rapidly advancing through dense vegetation in a Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) zone, an area where residential neighborhoods border natural, fire-prone terrain. The flames reached up to six feet high, threatening nearby homes between 45th Ave SE and 51st Ave SE. Fortunately, due to swift efforts by Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue and aerial support from the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR), no structures were lost and the blaze was ...
As wildfires intensify across the western United States, vineyard owners and winemakers are facing a growing and costly threat: smoke taint. This condition, caused by exposure to wildfire smoke, can devastate an entire grape harvest, damage a winery’s reputation, and result in substantial financial losses.
Singleton Schreiber represents individuals and businesses impacted by wildfire-related damage, including vineyard owners and wineries facing smoke taint losses. If your business has experienced harm due to wildfire smoke or fire, legal options may be available.
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The Cram wildfire ignited near Willowdale in central Oregon on July 13, 2025, and has been recognized as the largest wildfire in the country this year. The massive blaze is on the verge of exceeding 100,000 acres, already scorching 95,736 acres across Jefferson, Wasco, and Crook counties, with firefighters working tirelessly to keep it from growing even larger. Fueled by dry conditions, high winds, and steep terrain, the fire has already destroyed two homes and 14 outbuildings, threatening hundreds more and prompting widespread evacuations.
Although cooler weather and increased ...
Each year, fireworks are a central part of Independence Day celebrations across the United States. However, as consumer access to fireworks continues to grow, so too does the number of injuries and fatalities linked to their use. Recent data from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) highlights a sharp and alarming rise in firework-related incidents, underscoring the need for greater awareness, regulation, and accountability.
In 2024, fireworks-related injuries surged to an estimated 14,700, up from 9,700 in 2023 – marking a 52% increase, the highest single-year ...
Officials are investigating whether fireworks were improperly stored at the Esparto facility.
A fireworks warehouse in the rural town of Esparto, California, exploded on the evening of Tuesday, July 1, 2025, killing at least one person and leaving seven others unaccounted for, according to Cal Fire. The incident occurred at a facility operated by Devastating Pyrotechnics, a company with decades of experience producing fireworks displays throughout California. The blast flattened the building, ignited a wildfire that burned 78 acres, and caused widespread evacuations and ...
With wildfire activity expected to intensify across the United States this summer, many homeowners in high-risk regions are facing the growing concern of losing their homeowners' insurance. As wildfires become more frequent and severe, insurance companies are reevaluating the risks, and in some cases, choosing to cancel or not renew policies altogether.
If your home is in a wildfire-prone area, it’s essential to understand your rights, your state’s protections, and what steps you can take if your coverage is dropped.
Why Insurers May Drop Your Homeowners Insurance
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Speaking up about serious workplace issues, such as safety violations, fraud, or harassment, takes courage, especially in a unionized environment where workplace issues are addressed through established procedures. If you’ve witnessed illegal or unethical behavior and are considering reporting it, it’s crucial to understand your rights as a whistleblower and the protections available to you.
The Rowena Fire, which erupted near the Columbia River Gorge on Wednesday, June 11th has burned over 3,800 acres including over 49 homes and forced urgent evacuations as flames approached homes and structures in Wasco County, Oregon. While fire crews have made progress containing the blaze, questions are mounting about what ignited it. Is this yet another preventable disaster linked to corporate negligence?
Beyond Workers’ Comp: Uncovering Third-Party Claims to Maximize Injury Recovery
If you’ve been hurt at work, your first instinct may be to file a workers’ compensation claim. While this is the smart thing to do, it may not be your only option.
Many workplace injuries aren’t just the result of bad luck or clumsiness. They’re caused by defective equipment, dangerous work conditions created by outside contractors, or careless drivers who don’t work for your employer. When someone outside your company is responsible, you may have more than just a workers’ compensation ...