The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

The Fight Against Civil Forfeiture

Civil forfeiture is a process in which the police can take assets and property from a person suspected of criminal activity without actually charging them with a crime. The assets taken then go on “trial” and must be proven innocent before they are returned to their rightful owner. While most civil procedures involve one private citizen vs. ano [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 5, 2015

J&J May Pay Millions to Settle Hip Claims

Following a $2.5 billion settlement over faulty hip implants, manufacturer Johnson & Johnson may have to pay an additional $250 million or more to settle product liability lawsuits not included in the original case. The Hip Implant Recall The hip implants, manufactured by Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy unit, were recalled in August of 2010. Th [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 3, 2015

What Is Disorderly Conduct?

In most jurisdictions within the United States, disorderly conduct is a criminal charge. There are various actions that are considered disorderly conduct, including being intoxicated in public, disturbing the peace, loitering, and general acts of unruliness. Because there are many actions that can be classified as “unruly behavior,” disorderly [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 27, 2015

Common Injuries Caused By Car Accidents

A car accident is a traumatic event that leaves victims both physically and emotionally damaged. While the physiological pain can be tremendous, the impact of the crash can cause a number of very severe injuries and long lasting health problems. Learn about some of the most common physical injuries that may occur in a car accident. Traumatic Brain [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 26, 2015

What Are Parental Responsibility Laws?

We all know that kids make mistakes, but if your child has been involved in a crime, you could be held liable for their actions. In an effort to combat high crime rates amongst minors, the United States has enacted various statutes known as parental responsibility laws. These laws hold parents or guardians liable for any damages or injuries their c [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 24, 2015

What Are the Steps In a Car Accident Lawsuit?

The 6 Steps of a Car Accident Lawsuit

After being involved in an automobile accident, there will be a million questions flying through your head: How do I get my car fixed? Who will cover my medical bills? When can I get back to work? What is going to happen next? At the Khonsari Law Group, we understand that being involved in a car accident is a stressful and confusing time. You need [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 23, 2015

Punitive Damages: What You Need to Know

The goal of any civil lawsuit is to return a plaintiff to the position he or she was in prior to an accident or situation. In order for a plaintiff to return to their “normal” life, the defendant is responsible for compensatory damages. For example, if you were in a car accident at the fault of another person, he or she will need to repair any [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 21, 2015

Why Drug Court Works

Currently, America has the highest incarceration rate in the world. Some might believe that this is because we are a more dangerous country, or simply attribute it to superior police work. However, the true cause for our high prison population is something completely different. The Federal Bureau of Prisoners reports that drug offenders currently a [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 20, 2015

What Is Wrongful Death?

In 2009, legendary musician Michael Jackson passed away from acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication after suffering from a cardiac arrest. Jackson’s death was eventually ruled a homicide after it was determined that his physician, Conrad Murray, administered the drugs in a negligent manner. Following homicide charges, Jackson’s father f [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 19, 2015

What Is Negligent Supervision?

When we allow someone to watch over our child or elderly relative, we trust him or her to be an attentive caregiver. This person now has the duty to care and protect our loved one to the best of his or her abilities. So when someone is harmed due to a lack of supervision, the caregiver should be held accountable. Read on to discover more about negl [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 17, 2015