Personal Injury

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 […]

The term “whiplash” often becomes associated with “fake” injury claims. But whether you use that term or its more technical terms (like cervical strain, neck sprain, or hypertension) we know that a whiplash injury is very real. What Is “Whiplash”?  Whiplash occurs when your head and neck are abruptly forced backward and then forward (or vice versa). This sudden movement puts your […]

Court cases are not unusual in the media; however, the most well known personal injury case on the Internet is questionable. In fact, there have been many personal injury cases that have taken media by storm over the years. If you or a loved one was injured in an accident caused by someone else, contact […]

If you or a loved one suffer from radiation-related injuries, you should immediately contact a radiation sickness attorney. Legal claims involving radiation can be complex, focusing on both medical malpractice and defective medical devices, such as x-ray or CT machines. At Russell & Lazarus, we guide our clients through these cases and fight for fair […]

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 […]