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If you are living in a rental property in California, you know that your landlord has certain responsibilities under the law. This includes ensuring a home has working smoke detectors throughout the property to alert renters in the event of a fire. Smoke detectors are mandatory in all properties in the state, and landlords are obligated to provide their tenants with functioning detectors in both commercial and residential buildings.  According to SFGate.com, California law is...

For drivers in Orange County, even seemingly minor car accidents can be a huge hassle. Cases where damage is minimal can still incur exorbitant repair costs, and might even entail some degree of physical injury. Here at Callahan & Blaine, our Newport Beach car accident attorneys know that car accidents are stressful no matter the circumstances. That’s why we recommend the following tips to help drivers mitigate the negative effects of a car accident. U.S....

Constructions workers in Orange County face a wide range of potentially fatal workplace risks on a daily basis. In fact, the construction industry is particularly dangerous to workers, as illustrated by recent fatality statistics.According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, four accidents prove especially dangerous to construction workers all over the nation. In 2014, this grouping (often referred to as “the fatal four”) were cited in 60.6 percent of the total fatalities taking place...

Brain injuries can happen to virtually anyone in California, including children. While experiencing a traumatic brain injury is devastating for adults, it can be even more so for children who often fail to grasp the severity of their situation. Accordingly, the following information is crucial if your child has suffered from significant brain trauma and is struggling cope.According to the Brain Injury Association of America, recovery from brain injury is often more difficult for kids....

Orange County motorcyclists love the open road for the all the freedom it affords. However, motorcyclists face a myriad of risks every day, some of which can prove fatal under the right circumstances. As a fierce advocate for the rights of motorcyclists, our team at Callahan & Blaine urge clients to be fully aware of all potential risks. RideApart.com lists a few pertinent motorcycle fatality statistics that illustrate just how dangerous the road can be....