“Patent pending” is a term used to indicate that a patent application has been filed but provisional patent applications is still under review. It serves as a notice to the public that the invention is in the process of being examined for potential patent protection. While awaiting a decision on provisional patent application, inventors can…
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Workers’ compensation provides medical, disability, and other benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries and illnesses. This article provides an in-depth overview of California workers’ compensation law and the benefits available to injured workers in the state. Overview of Workers’ Compensation Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that provides cash benefits, medical care, and…
Continue reading ›Medical Research Community Reaches Settlement Decades Later 70 years after the medical research community unethically took human cells from Henrietta Lacks without obtaining consent when she had visited John Hopkins Hospital for cervical cancer; her descendants have finally reached a settlement with a biotech company that they accused of profiting from the cell line. The…
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Continue reading ›California Zero Bail Policy County of Los Angeles, California. Individuals accused of criminal offenses will no longer be required to pay for bail; instead defendants will be released with zero bail for misdemeanor, and non violent felony offenses in the county of Los Angeles, California, effectively reinstating the zero bail policy. The Los Angeles Police…
Continue reading ›Introduction Is Drunk Sex Considered Rape Under California Law? There is often confusion around intoxication and consent when it comes to sexual assault laws in California. With alcohol frequently involved in incidents of date rape and campus sexual assault, a key question arises: At what point is someone too drunk to legally consent to sex?…
Continue reading ›This article offers an in-depth exploration of traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases in California, providing an understanding of the role of TBI attorneys, the common interaction with law firm staff, a comprehensive guide to major types of TBI, and advice on steps to take following a TBI incident.
Continue reading ›Explore the intricate legal aspects of the NFL Washington Commanders’ sale, from the unanimous approval by NFL owners to the transition to the Harris Group, in our comprehensive guide to the top 10 legal things you need to know about this landmark deal.
Continue reading ›Understanding the distinctions between contributory negligence and comparative negligence is vital in personal injury cases, as they determine the allocation of liability and potential compensation for the injured party.
Continue reading ›Discover the principles and implications of pure comparative negligence, a fair and equitable approach to personal injury law that allocates damages based on proportional fault, allowing injured parties to seek compensation even if they bear some responsibility for the incident.
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