Christopher Montes de Oca, Injury Lawyer

01/10/2022

Buses are common carriers. Common carriers must carry passengers safely. Common carriers must use the highest care and the vigilance of a very cautious person. They must do all that human care, vigilance, and foresight reasonably can do under the circumstances to avoid harm to passengers.While a common carrier does not guarantee the safety of its passengers, it must use reasonable skill to provide everything necessary for safe transportation, in view of the transportation used and the practical operation of the business.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca about filing an injury claim if you or your loved one has been injured in a bus accident in California.

11/18/2021

As the popularity of rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft have grown, so have the number of accidents involving Uber/Lyft drivers. This is true even though these companies should conduct multiple background checks to verify that their drivers have safe driving records.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca on what to do after an Uber/Lyft accident in California.

10/20/2021

Bicycling can be an inexpensive and convenient way to get where you need to go. But unfortunately, it can also be dangerous.

A bicycle doesn’t provide the operator with the same level of protection as a passenger vehicle. So, an accident between a bicycle and a motor vehicle can be very serious for the cyclist.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca about the compensation you may be entitled to if you are injured in a bicycle accident in California.

09/22/2021

Understanding the California motorcycle accident settlement and lawsuit process can be confusing, but it does not have to be. You simply need to hire an experienced California motorcycle accident attorney to explain your legal rights and represent you in your motorcycle accident claim.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca about the California motorcycle accident settlement and lawsuit process and the key factors that will impact the value of your claim.

08/26/2021

Swimming pools are often filled with people enjoying fun in the sun. But they can also become the scene of a tragic swimming pool accident in the blink of an eye.

Every year, many young Californians become victims of swimming pool accidents. Most suffer minor bodily injuries or concussions. But, in the most unfortunate cases, the victims sustain traumatic brain injuries or lose their lives.

Read More:

If you or a loved one has been injured in a swimming pool accident in California, you may be entitled to a financial settlement for your injuries and financial losses.

07/22/2021

Landlords and apartment buildings in California have an obligation to keep their properties safe. Failure to meet these obligations can make a landlord or apartment building liable for any injuries to tenants or other parties who are injured on their property.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca the injury claims you may be entitled against landlords or apartment buildings for unsafe conditions.

06/15/2021

A billion-dollar-plus settlement was reached before the criminal case had proceeded to trial. I am, of course, talking about the recent George Tyndall lawsuit involving USC. This is important to show you that, as the plaintiff ’s attorney, you can bring justice for your client — the victim — and not be at the mercy of the criminal case.

Read More:

Settlement can often move forward despite the pending criminal matter, and the victim may be entitled to restitution in addition to the civil settlement.

06/11/2021

Electricity is an aspect of everyday life. We are surrounded by electricity everywhere we go—in appliances that we use at home, the power lines above us as we travel to work, and the wiring in our office. We have come to rely on electricity for our daily lives, but people suffer severe and life-threatening injuries every day because of electricity.

If someone else's negligence or carelessness caused you to be injured in an electrocution accident in California, you may be entitled to recover damages from the at-fault party.

Read More:

If you are injured in an electrocution accident caused by someone else's negligence, then you may be entitled to recover damages from the at-fault party. Read more.

05/27/2021

Flying has become an easy and convenient way for Californians to travel, both for short and long distances. But, while the statistics indicate that traveling by airplane is one of the safest methods of transportation, aviation accidents still happen.

If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in an aviation accident in California, you may be wondering if you are entitled to a settlement. In most cases, the answer to this question is yes, but it also depends on the circumstances involved in your case.

Read More:

Learn here the settlement you may be entitled to if you or someone you love has been injured or killed in an airplane accident in California.

05/13/2021

Crystalline silica is one of the most abundant minerals on earth. It can be found in stone, rock, and sand, and is commonly used to make bricks, concrete, mortar, and asphalt.

When power tools are used to cut or grind these materials, tiny particles of silica are released into the air. These tiny particles are called respirable crystalline silica.

Workers who breathe in respirable crystalline silica can develop a disease called silicosis. This disease causes fibrosis or permanent scar tissue in the lungs, which can reduce the lungs' ability to process oxygen.

Read More:

Learn from Los Angeles personal injury attorney Christopher Montes de Oca about the worker's compensation benefits you can claim if your loved one has died from silicosis.

04/23/2021

Are you worried about being able to afford an attorney after you have been in an accident? Fortunately, personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee. In this video, I share what a contingency fee is and how that can help you and your family especially when you can't work after your accident.

If you have any questions, give me a call or visit me on my website: https://la.legal. I am always happy to help.

04/22/2021

Be careful what you say to the insurance company after a car accident. They will ask you questions that are designed to make it seem like the accident is your fault, or they'll find another excuse to pay you less. In this video, I share what you should do when you're giving a statement after an accident in order to protect yourself and your family.

If you have any questions, book a call with me on my website: https://la.legal. I am always happy to help.