PERSONAL INJURY

Suffering a personal injury can have a devastating impact on an individual’s life. In addition to the physical harm, a serious injury can detrimentally impact a person’s emotional state, interpersonal relationships, employment status, sleep, hobbies and activities of daily living. READ MORE

ELDER ABUSE

Elders and dependent adults are among the most vulnerable members of our society. Safeguarding the physical and financial condition of these individuals (and their rightful heirs) is a primary mission of our firm.  California law, including the Welfare & Institutions Code, provides robust protections and remedies with the goal of protecting elders and dependent adults. READ MORE

TRUST AND ESTATE LITIGATION

One of the most important decisions people make is how they wish to leave their assets upon their death. It is a fundamental right to choose how one wishes to dispose of his/her property. This decision forms part of a person’s legacy, a gift for the benefit of their family, friends or perhaps a cause they believe in. READ MORE

BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY

An individual who administers a trust or estate owes fiduciary duties to the beneficiaries of that trust or estate. For example, a trustee of a trust has a duty to administer the trust according to its terms, a duty of loyalty, a duty of impartiality, a duty to avoid self-dealing and to use ordinary care in administering the trust, among other duties. READ MORE