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How an Orange County Truck Accident Attorney Helps with Black Box Data

How an Orange County Truck Accident Attorney Helps with Black Box Data

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

If you’ve been hurt in a truck accident in Orange County, you need to know about black box data. These devices record critical information about what happened in the seconds before your crash, and this data can make or break your case. But here’s the problem: trucking companies know how valuable this information is,… Read More »

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Catastrophic Injuries from Premises Incidents in California

Catastrophic Injuries from Premises Incidents in California

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

A catastrophic injury from a slip and fall, poor security, or a building defect can leave you permanently disabled with huge medical bills and no way to earn money. Property owners must keep their buildings safe. When they don’t, you can hold them responsible. But what qualifies as a catastrophic injury in premises liability… Read More »

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Bus Overturns on California Highway 330; 20 Hospitalized in Major Incident

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

A charter bus carrying both teens and adults overturned Sunday night on a downhill curve along State Route 330 (Highway 330) near the community of Running Springs in the San Bernardino Mountains. What Happened? Shortly before 9 p.m. on Sunday, November 9, 2025, the bus—returning from a three-day youth retreat—was traveling downhill toward Orange… Read More »

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Structured Settlements How Parents Can Protect Their Child

Structured Settlements: How Parents Can Protect Their Child’s Money

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

When a minor receives money from a lawsuit settlement, parents often wonder how to manage these funds responsibly. A structured settlement offers a proven way to protect your child’s money, allowing it to grow over time while preventing common pitfalls that come with large lump-sum payments. These court-approved arrangements use annuities from trusted insurance… Read More »

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Truck Crash Closes Westbound I-10 in Ontario: 3 Dead, 4 Hospitalized

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

UPDATED 10/23/25 8:15am PST: A tragic collision involving eight vehicles including big rigs and other vehicles brought traffic to a standstill Tuesday 10/21/25 in the afternoon on the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 (I-10) in Ontario, California. Authorities confirmed that three people were killed and four others were hospitalized following the devastating crash. 21… Read More »

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Minor’s Compromise in California: What Parents Need to Know About Court-Approved Settlements

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

If your child was injured in an accident and you’re working toward a settlement, you need to understand that minors cannot legally settle their own cases in California. The law requires a special court process called a minor’s compromise to protect children from settlements that might not serve their best interests. This isn’t a… Read More »

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Why Unsafe Speed is the Leading Cause of Orange County Commercial Truck Crashes

Why Unsafe Speed is the Leading Cause of Orange County Commercial Truck Crashes

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

Commercial truck crashes on Orange County’s busy highways claim lives and cause serious injuries every day. When an 80,000-pound truck hits your car at high speed, the results are often catastrophic. If you or someone you love was hurt in a truck accident, you need to understand what really caused the crash and who… Read More »

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Proving Negligence in Premises Liability Cases

Proving Negligence in Premises Liability Cases

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

If you were injured on someone else’s property, you might have a premises liability case. Property owners have a legal duty to keep their spaces reasonably safe for visitors. When they fail to do this and someone gets hurt, they can be held responsible for damages like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and… Read More »

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Orange County Truck Crash Facts What You Need to Know If You

Orange County Truck Crash Facts: What You Need to Know If You’re Injured By a Big Rig

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

Getting hurt in a truck crash in Orange County changes everything. Your injuries are likely serious, your medical bills are piling up, and you’re wondering who will pay for the damage that wasn’t your fault. Here’s what you need to know right now: the law is on your side. California law requires trucking companies… Read More »

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Orange County on the Map Why Are Self-Driving Accidents Rising Locally

Orange County on the Map: Why Are Self-Driving Accidents Rising Locally?

By William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. |

Self-driving cars promised safer roads, but Orange County residents are seeing a different reality. Waymo accidents in California jumped to 454 incidents between 2021 and 2024, with Los Angeles County accounting for 78 of those crashes. That number doesn’t include the dozens more that have already happened in 2025. Recent data shows these accidents… Read More »

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