All posts by Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin

After This Summer’s Heavy Automotive Recalls, You Should Check Your Vehicle

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Oct 19, 2018

Over the summer, many major carmakers had to recall vehicles due to safety defects: Toyota: Toyota has recalled nearly 200,000 of their hybrid vehicles in the U.S. The safety recall covers its Prius, Prius plug-in hybrid, and C-HR SUV models. The vehicles contain defective wire harnesses that could lead to fires. Vehicle fires could break…. Read More

Studies Show Dangerous Glyphosate in Breakfast Cereals

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Sep 21, 2018

If you have children or love oats in your meals, then you might be concerned about recent news reports that revealed high levels of glyphosate in breakfast cereals across multiple brands. Glyphosate is an herbicide that is used by farmers nationwide; Roundup is a common brand name. While glyphosate is concluded to be non-carcinogenic to…. Read More

What You Need to Know About the Different Types of Defective Product Liability

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Aug 07, 2018

Product liability laws were created to help people injured by defective products to receive the proper compensation. These laws make the seller or manufacturer liable for any injuries sustained from their products. Liability for your injury could fall on different parts of the business you purchased the product from such as the manufacturer or the…. Read More

California Adds Protections for Workplace Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Awareness

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Jun 21, 2018

Last month’s blogs discussed a recent change to California employment laws. Our blog went over California’s new “Ban the Box” law, which adds protections for some jobseekers with criminal convictions. However, there are other employment laws that went into effect on January 1. California recently amended the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Under these…. Read More

Can I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Workplace Accident?

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on May 21, 2018

Workplace accidents may cause serious injuries that leave you or a loved one unable to return to work. An accident in the workplace can also rob you of a loved one. In both scenarios, you may be able to recover workers’ compensation benefits, which help pay for lost income, medical costs or funeral expenses. You…. Read More

Is My Loved One Being Abused by Nursing Home Staff?

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Mar 15, 2018

Nursing home neglect has been a growing issue in our county. Neglect in nursing homes happens when a resident is not receiving the proper amount of care they need. Most residents usually require basic care such as hygiene assistance, assistance with eating, and help moving around. There are instances, however, where a resident will not…. Read More

What Do I Do if My Child Has Been in an Bus Accident?

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Feb 15, 2018

It’s every parents’ nightmare: their child was in a bus accident on their way home from school. The accident can range from a simple fender bender to an all-out collision on the highway. Either way, parents of the accident victims will no doubt feel a rush of absolute horror when hearing the news. Are their…. Read More

Staying Safe During the California Wildfires

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Jan 23, 2018

Wildfires have devastated California’s forests once again. This frequency is causing homeowners to prepare their homes and their families for the worst. If you live in an area prone to this natural disaster, here are some steps to take in order to keep your property and yourself safe. Before the Fire: It is highly encouraged…. Read More

Do Work Injuries Contribute to the Opioid Painkiller Epidemic?

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Dec 26, 2017

For some time now, the opioid painkiller epidemic has been growing throughout the US. When people think of drug epidemics, illegal drug use usually comes to mind first. While illegal drug use does contribute to the painkiller epidemic, legal painkiller use, such as those prescribed for work injuries is also playing a part in the…. Read More

What Are Lawmakers Doing to Prevent Sexual Harassment?

Posted By: Arata Swingle Van Egmond & Goodwin on Nov 10, 2017

As more and more sexual assault and harassment allegations come out involving embattled Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, female politicians in California are joining forces to help make changes they hope will prevent sexual harassment. How California Lawmakers Plan to Prevent Sexual Harassment Per The Sacramento Bee, over 140 female lawmakers, lobbyists and political consultants released…. Read More

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