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If you or a family member have suffered severe burns due to someone else’s negligence or a defective product, you definitely need a good burn injury lawyer. You’re much more likely to receive a decent settlement for your injury if you’re working with a professional. At Russell & Lazarus APC, we know the relevant case law as well as […]

As the time rapidly approaches for ghosties, ghoulies, beasties, and things that go bump in the night to appear in droves, it’s a good idea to brush up on some Halloween safety tips. While Halloween can be a fun night for families and their kids, it also poses some potential dangers that could lead to […]

As a bicyclist, your actions right after an accident with a motor vehicle can seriously impact your bicycle accident claim later. Bicycle-car accidents and the moments afterward are incredibly scary, especially if you’ve been injured. So keep your head on straight, don’t accept any blame, and seek medical attention right away if you need it. […]

Recover Damages With an Experienced Nursing Abuse Attorney The personal injury attorneys at Russell & Lazarus, APC can help both your loved one and your family recover damages if they’ve been injured in a nursing home. If you notice signs of elder abuse in nursing homes, call us to begin discussing your options today. Why Nursing Home Abuse […]

Like so many other questions that involve the law, this is not so straightforward. The answer, however, is yes. Under the right conditions, you are allowed to sue your landlord for negligence. Each state has an implied warranty of habitability. This includes, among other things, the responsibility of a landlord to provide his tenants with […]

Although airbags have saved more lives than they’ve taken, airbags are responsible for a number of preventable deaths. Just recently, Kia recalled half a million cars due to defective airbags. These airbags exploded in driver’s faces in humid climates. The company that manufactured the airbags, Takata, knew about the defect and rather than making it public, and reaching […]

Because of a few highly publicized incidents (some of which never really happened), many people don’t take defective product cases seriously. But they should. As a consumer, the manufacturer of a product owes you a duty of reasonable care. If they fail to exercise that care in making their product, and you sustain a serious […]

Unfortunately, no matter how careful of a driver you are, car accidents are unavoidable. And when you are in a car accident, your adrenaline is likely pumping and stress levels are high. Despite the adrenaline rush, however, it’s important to remain calm. In fact, it’s crucial to your car accident claim. If you are on the […]

You may be seeking fun and relaxation; however, spring break injuries are common at this time of year. If you or a loved one are injured while taking a much needed vacation, a skilled attorney can help you make a personal injury claim to recover compensation for your losses. Although a financial recovery will not […]

“Man’s best friend,” or so the saying goes. But often, man’s best friend can bite and cause serious injury. More than 4.7 million people sustain dog bite injuries every year in the U.S.  If you were bitten by a dog, contact a dog bite attorney. We can help obtain the compensation you deserve. Who Is Responsible If I’m Bit by a Dog? California law holds dog owners […]