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All rights reserved. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Articles.html Legal Articles and Resources en-us January 25, 2012 All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are considered to be one of the most popular recreational vehicles in the State of California. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/ATV-Accidents-in-California:-Statistics,-Laws,-Tips,-and-Liabilities.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/ATV-Accidents-in-California:-Statistics,-Laws,-Tips,-and-Liabilities.html November 17, 2011 The 2012 may become a promising year for many California employees because of the passing of certain employment laws benefiting the workforce sector. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Points-California-Employees-Need-to-Learn-About-SB-459.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Points-California-Employees-Need-to-Learn-About-SB-459.html August 09, 2011 Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, it is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against an employee based on his or her religious beliefs and practices. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Laws-Protecting-Rastafarians-from-Employment-Discrimination.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Laws-Protecting-Rastafarians-from-Employment-Discrimination.html July 18, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that most dog bites are inflicted on children; more than 50 percent of bites are on kids between ages five and nine. One of the reasons for dog bites on children is the common misconception on how to treat canines; the wrong practice towards pet dogs can provoke the animal to attack. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Correcting-Dog-Myths-to-Avoid-Bites.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Correcting-Dog-Myths-to-Avoid-Bites.html 11 Mar 2011 The most important thing to keep in mind when hitting the road is safety. But sometimes safety does not solely depend on the individual�s will and motivation to abide by the rules and regulations. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Sports-Utility-Vehicles:-How-Safe-are-They.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Sports-Utility-Vehicles:-How-Safe-are-They.html 11 Mar 2011 The negligence of truck operators is often blamed for catastrophic accidents that involve trucks. If proven that the truck driver is the one responsible for another party's injuries and damage in an accident, the victim should seek a Los Angeles Truck Accident Attorney who can help in recovering damages from the liable party. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Punishment-and-Penalties-for-Violations-in-Truck-Driving.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Punishment-and-Penalties-for-Violations-in-Truck-Driving.html 25 Feb 2011 Discrimination often happens in workplaces composed of people coming from different backgrounds. For instance, a naturalized citizen may become discriminated against because of his dark brown skin color or his English accent. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Knowing-and-Understanding-Your-Rights-against-Employment-Discrimination.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Knowing-and-Understanding-Your-Rights-against-Employment-Discrimination.html 21 Dec 2010 08:20:10 -0800 Winter is a great time to enjoy snow sports such as skiing, snowboarding, or ice-skating and for many people, going to the mountains and doing these activities are a good way to spend the holidays. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/The-Legal-Liability-of-Ski-Lift-Accidents.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/The-Legal-Liability-of-Ski-Lift-Accidents.html 21 Dec 2010 08:20:10 -0800 Death is a part of life but for many families left behind by the tragic passing of a loved one in an accident, it is difficult to accept their loss especially if they feel it is a wrongful death. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/An-Essential-Guide-to-California-Wrongful-Death-and-Statute-of-Limitations.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/An-Essential-Guide-to-California-Wrongful-Death-and-Statute-of-Limitations.html 25 Nov 2010 08:20:10 -0800 Christmas is one of the holidays that are celebrated across the world. During this special event, children sing Christmas carols, people prepare food, and families decorate their houses with shining and glittering objects. But with all these, people should not forget the true meaning of this season - giving. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Wondering-About-Whiplash-Ask-An-Auto-Collision-Lawyer.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Wondering-About-Whiplash-Ask-An-Auto-Collision-Lawyer.html 22 Aug 2010 08:20:10 -0800 In most car accidents, drivers tend to blame everyone but themselves for causing it. So if you are facing a Los Angeles car accident case and you want to prove your innocence or your claim, it would be advisable that you hire a car accident attorney to handle your legal troubles. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Wondering-About-Whiplash-Ask-An-Auto-Collision-Lawyer.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Wondering-About-Whiplash-Ask-An-Auto-Collision-Lawyer.html 22 Aug 2010 08:20:10 -0800 They said that art imitates real life and the movie "Disclosure" tackled the issue of male sexual harassment back in the day when the idea of men getting sexually harassed at work wasn't really accepted or wasn't seen as a big deal. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Busting-the-Myth-of-Male-Sexual-Harassment.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Busting-the-Myth-of-Male-Sexual-Harassment.html 22 Aug 2010 08:20:10 -0800 Drinking and driving accidents are one of the leading killers of children. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Traffic Safety Facts of 2008, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children aged 3 to 14 years old. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Leading-Factor-in-Child-Passenger-Death-and-Injuries.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Leading-Factor-in-Child-Passenger-Death-and-Injuries.html 22 Aug 2010 08:20:10 -0800 In areas like Los Angeles where at-will employment is recognized, most employees would often feel they have no right to complain if they get fired no matter how arbitrarily or wrongfully they were discharged from work. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/When-to-Hire-a-Lawyer-in-Wrongful-Discharge-Cases-in-Los-Angeles.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/When-to-Hire-a-Lawyer-in-Wrongful-Discharge-Cases-in-Los-Angeles.html 22 Aug 2010 08:20:10 -0800 Los Angeles is one of the top cities in the United States and the whole world. It is recognized as one of the world's center for culture, academics, and business and international trade. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Services-Offered-by-Expert-Business-and-Corporate-Law-Attorneys.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Services-Offered-by-Expert-Business-and-Corporate-Law-Attorneys.html 15 Sep 2010 08:20:10 -0800 As majority of most social security claims are often denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA), claimants are given the privilege of appealing the decision rendered by the agency adverse to them. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/FAQs-on-Appealing-a-Denied-Claim.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/FAQs-on-Appealing-a-Denied-Claim.html 17 Feb 2010 08:10:10 -0800 One of the cardinal rules after a motor vehicle accident is to never leave the scene of the accident unless permitted to by the authorities. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Hit-and-Run-Charges-Against-Tyrese-Gibson-Dismissed.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Hit-and-Run-Charges-Against-Tyrese-Gibson-Dismissed.html 16 Feb 2010 010:10:10 -0800 In Halle, Belgium, at least 18 people were killed and around 162 were injured in a head-on collision of two trains operated by Infrabel and SNCB. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Train-Collision-Accident-Kills-18-People,-Injures-162-More.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Train-Collision-Accident-Kills-18-People,-Injures-162-More.html 12 Feb 2010 09:10:10 -0800 There is a saying that �Love knows no boundaries� but there are some instances when love, especially if in the workplace, can be bad for business. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Workplace-Romances:-Sexual-Harassment-Risk.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Workplace-Romances:-Sexual-Harassment-Risk.html 11 Feb 2010 011:10:10 -0800 There is a saying that �Love knows no boundaries� but there are some instances when love, especially if in the workplace, can be bad for business. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Biggest-Loser-Trainer-Jillian-Michaels-Sued-for-$5-Million-in-Damages.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Biggest-Loser-Trainer-Jillian-Michaels-Sued-for-$5-Million-in-Damages.html 10 Feb 2010 09:40:10 -0800 After getting almost saturated with the news about Toyota�s safety problems, car defect troubles have crossed over to other brands. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Car-Defects-Plague-Honda-and-Ford.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Car-Defects-Plague-Honda-and-Ford.html 5 Feb 2010 09:35:10 -0800 Since July 1, 2008, it is prohibited in California for persons under the age of 18 from operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone or a mobile service device, even if it�s hands-free. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Drivers-Fined-$142-for-Cell-Phone-Laws-Violation-in-Torrance.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Drivers-Fined-$142-for-Cell-Phone-Laws-Violation-in-Torrance.html 4 Feb 2010 09:20:10 -0800 Auto accidents comprised the bulk of most personal injury claims in the United States. Thousands of people get injured or killed in auto accidents nationwide. In fact, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics show that an auto accident occurs nearly every 10 seconds - causing injuries, death and property damage to many people. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Legal-Claims-and-Issues-in-Auto-Accidents.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Legal-Claims-and-Issues-in-Auto-Accidents.html 2 Feb 2010 07:17:10 -0800 In a recent study, over 95 percent of auto accidents in the US were linked to some level of driver�s behavior�something which can be effectively address if traffic laws will have a stiffer penalty against violators. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Driver+s-Behavior-Linked-to-Majority-of-Accidents.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Driver+s-Behavior-Linked-to-Majority-of-Accidents.html 2 Feb 2010 010:17:10 -0800 Swedish record producer and rapper, David Jassy has been found guilty of second-degree murder after killing a pedestrian in a road rage incident last November 2008. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Road-Rage-Test:-The-Dangers-of-Anger.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Road-Rage-Test:-The-Dangers-of-Anger.html 24 Jan 2010 09:02:10 -0800 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there was a total of 3.7 million reported work-related injuries and illnesses in 2008, the lowest record among all US companies in five years. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Record-Low-for-Number-of-Work;Related-Injuries-and-Illnesses.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Record-Low-for-Number-of-Work;Related-Injuries-and-Illnesses.html 22 Jan 2010 11:02:10 -0800 One of the main concerns of a parent, caregiver, or a relative who may transport a child in a car is ensuring his or her safety against any kind of injury. This may be possible by choosing the right kind of child car seat that will be used in the vehicle. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Choosing-the-Right-Child-Car-Seat.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Choosing-the-Right-Child-Car-Seat.html 21 Jan 2010 08:38:10 -0800 Defective or dangerously designed products can cause injury or death to its users and children�s products and toys have been a common subject of product recall. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Dorel-Asia-Cribs-and-Graco-Strollers-Recalled-Due-to-Safety-Issues.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Dorel-Asia-Cribs-and-Graco-Strollers-Recalled-Due-to-Safety-Issues.html 19 Jan 2010 09:45:10 -0800 In an article from Forbes.com, the recession continues be a real as ever for many employees. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Massive-Lay;Offs-Continue-to-2010.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Massive-Lay;Offs-Continue-to-2010.html 14 Jan 2010 09:33:10 -0800 In Fresno, California, three people were killed by a young driver who crashed into another vehicle after running through a stop sign. The young driver who killed his mother and 6-year old sister was only 11 years old. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/11;Year-Old-Driver-Kills-Mother-And-Sister-In-Fatal-Crash.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/11;Year-Old-Driver-Kills-Mother-And-Sister-In-Fatal-Crash.html 13 Jan 2010 10:43:10 -0800 The loss of one�s limbs will definitely compromise one�s means of making a living. It will also cause undue stress to the family as they will be obliged to assist the victim as he recuperates from his condition. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Accidents-Causing-Amputation-Injuries.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Accidents-Causing-Amputation-Injuries.html 11 Jan 2010 10:15:10 -0800 World War II veteran and travelling boxer Joe Rollino who once claimed to be �The Strongest Man in the World� died at the age of 104 years old in a car crash in New York. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Centenarian-Strongman-No-Match-for-Minivan.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Centenarian-Strongman-No-Match-for-Minivan.html 7 Jan 2010 9:24:10 -0800 �Big brother is watching you� and while this is a famous line from George Orwell�s novel 1984, it may very well be applicable to China�s current administration. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/China-Sued-for-Copyright-Infringement-by-American-Software-Co..html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/China-Sued-for-Copyright-Infringement-by-American-Software-Co..html 5 Jan 2010 9:40:10 -0800 It is estimated that by 2030, 1 out of 5 drivers in the United States will be a senior citizen or aged 65 years old and above. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Seeing-The-Signs:-Unsafe-Senior-Drivers.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Seeing-The-Signs:-Unsafe-Senior-Drivers.html 23 Dec 2009 8:10:10 -0800 One of the most common concerns of people who want to file a lawsuit is that they do not have enough money to pay the attorney�s fee. However, this problem has several easy solutions. http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Personal-Injury-Lawyers-Overview.html http://www.mesrianilaw.com/Personal-Injury-Lawyers-Overview.html