Personal Injury

If you or a loved one suffered a life-changing injury because of a doctor or hospital’s negligence, you should immediately consult with a medical malpractice attorney. At Russell & Lazarus, we fight on behalf of med mal victims and their families. Learn more about medical malpractice below. What Is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice covers a wide variety […]

If your loved one passed away unexpectedly due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, you are likely unsure of what to do next. We can help you make a claim for the wrongful death damages that you deserve. Although financial compensation will not bring back your loved one, it can relieve some of the stressors caused by this loss. […]

Anyone who has been in a serious car crash knows that the experience can be devastating. Medical bills pile up, and as the victim is too hurt to work, there is no money coming in to pay them. Meanwhile, the pain and suffering is so intense that it’s impossible to pursue normal activities. Given all these […]

In a nutshell, California personal injury law means accepting the consequences for your mistakes. In this context, these consequences are almost always money damages. Even though no amount of money can restore a broken life, these are the only type of damages that a civil judge has the power to award, at least in most […]

Personal injury settlements are a common way to resolve California liability claims. However, you should never take the decision to settle lightly. Before you negotiate a settlement, make sure you understand your claim’s value — and what you will be giving up. Learn more about California personal injury settlements below. When Should I Settle a […]

Our 52 year old client’s middle, dominate finger was partially amputated when a defective chair he was sitting in collapsed. His trial lasted 3 weeks. The “Best and Last” offer from the defendants was $150,000. DISCLAIMER: Please note that every case is different and these verdicts and settlements, while accurate, do not represent what we may […]

When most Californians head to the gym, the last thing they expect to gain is a Long Beach personal injury lawsuit. However, workouts can result in a variety of injuries — from sprains and strains to serious conditions that cause permanent disabilities. Before you accept a free month of gym membership to resolve your claim, […]

Injuries at a sports facility are not uncommon.  Attending a sporting event is considered to be more dangerous than most recreational activities. For example, going to a baseball game is going to be considered a more high-risk recreational activity than going to the movies. While there is more inherent risk when attending a sports event, […]

Pedestrian accidents in California are oftentimes the source of serious – and many times catastrophic – personal injuries.  Pedestrian accidents usually take place at crosswalks and intersections, on sidewalks (such as when a vehicle jumps a curb and hits someone), and in parking garages and parking lots. An experienced pedestrian accident lawyer knows that since […]

Businesses that welcome the public onto their premises have a legal duty to keep them reasonably safe.  If a store fails to keep a visitor out of harm’s way and that person is injured, then the store will likely be liable for those injuries. In order to succeed, the plaintiff must prove that the following […]