The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

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

What is FELA?

One of the more uncommon laws in the U.S. legal system is known as FELA. Short for the Federal Employers Liability Act, FELA is a United States federal law that protects and compensates railroad workers who are injured on the job. Prior to the law being established in 1908, there was no type of coverage or protection for injured railroad workers. U [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 16, 2015

Trucking Accidents: What You Need to Know

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, every year there are over 500,000 trucking accidents that occur in the United States. Compared to regular motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents are catastrophic. Because commercial trucks are so much larger than personal vehicles, accidents involving trucks often result in severe i [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 14, 2015

What Are My Rights If I Am Injured at Work?

Employers are responsible for providing a safe and hazard-free environment for their employees. However, when they fail to do this, it can lead to serious workplace injuries or illnesses. Not all workers are aware of the rights they have when they’re injured on the job. When the employer is at fault, they may be required to pay for the full exten [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 13, 2015

Who Is At Fault If I Am Injured On a Cruise?

Accidents can happen when we least expect them—but if you are injured while on a cruise ship you could be left in pain and wondering if you can seek compensatory damages. While accidents that occur on land can be resolved through the tort law, accidents that occur at sea are not as simple. Here is what you need to know if you are injured while on [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 12, 2015

Medical Malpractice or Products Liability?

If a prescription drug or other medical device given by a doctor caused injuries to you or a loved one, you may have a viable claim. Moreover, you may have both a medical malpractice claim and a products liability claim. Medical malpractice and products liability claims can overlap in certain situations, so it is important to understand each claim [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 10, 2015

How to Determine Who Was at Fault For a Car Accident

No one ever expects to get in a car accident. Crashes happen suddenly and without any warning; leaving the victims feeling confused and dazed. Determining fault in a car accident is not always a cut-and-dry process. Either a judge or insurance claims adjuster, who looks at all of the evidence, decides who was at fault. Police statements, eyewitnes [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 9, 2015