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As a tenant in California, your landlord must ensure that your living space is safe and habitable for all. So what happens when a property owner refuses to uphold those basic requirements necessary to create a safe home? Knowing your rights as a tenant is essential to this end, particularly when a landlord neglects a property to the point that it becomes dangerous.The California Department of Consumer Affairs spells out what sort of conditions constitute...

The onset of Alzheimer’s can be an extremely harrowing experience, for both the person suffering as well as beloved friends and family. If you’ve suffered a significant brain injury in California, you may be concerned about the link between head injuries and this devastating condition. The Mayo Clinic offers some insight into the supposed link, including which type of injuries are most likely to play a role in problems later on.Alzheimer’s is characterized by a...

While gas leaks have the potential to be devastating should an explosion occur, they can also prove harmful in other ways. This was evident in the recent wrongful death suit filed by a California woman’s family after a months’ long gas leak was implicated in her death.NBC Los Angeles reports on the case, which involved a 79-year-old cancer stricken woman and potential exacerbating effects of a gas leak linked to Southern California Gas Company’s Aliso...

Being a responsible driver entails avoiding those dangerous habits known to cause accidents and reduce safety when on the road. Road and Track lists some of the more hazardous behaviors Orange County motorists should avoid to ensure a safe driving experience for all.Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is perhaps the most serious bad driving behavior one can undertake. Mind-altering substances greatly affect response time, as well as the basic motor skills essential...

Falling trees can wreak havoc on California homes, in addition to posing a very real threat of bodily injury. Unfortunately determining homeowner responsibility in these cases can prove difficult, according to the Washington Post.While most are under the impression that homeowners would be liable for any damage caused by trees falling from their property, this isn't always the case. In order to hold a party responsible, negligence must be proven (i.e. the owner of the...