888-517-9888
Free Consultation

Author: createape

WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

San Gabriel Valley Master Key – Episode 37 – Jack Feldman

Topics: San Gabriel Valley Master Key

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Episode 37 of the San Gabriel Valley Master Key podcast, co-hosted by Attorney Scott Warmuth, officially released today! Episode 37 features Jack Feldman, engineer.

Episode Description:

Jack Feldman is currently on the executive Board of Water and Power Associates (W&PA), which is an organization dedicated to educating the Public, Politicians, and Media on water and energy issues affecting Southern California. Its secondary mission is to preserve the regional history of water and electricity and show its role in the development and growth of the Southland.

Jack worked at the LA Department of Water and Power for over 35 years where he retired in 2006 as Senior Manager in charge of the Power Engineering Organization. Over the last 12 years Jack was responsible for putting together the W&PA website and virtual museum. The museum is the largest of its kind, consisting of over 20,000 images, including background information related to the history of Los Angeles and Southern California.

Available now on Spotify, YouTube, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRADIO!  Visit the San Gabriel Valley Master Key website for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

Temporary Protected Status Recipients who Entered US Unlawfully Ineligible for Green Cards

Topics: Immigration

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The United States Supreme Court issued a ruling today that could affect hundreds of thousands of recipients of Temporary Protected Status (TPS).  In a unanimous decision, the court ruled that TPS holders who unlawfully entered the United States are ineligible to seek permanent residency because they do not meet the "admitted" requirement to receive a green card.  The ruling could affect about 400,000 TPS recipients from 12 countries. The ruling only prevents TPS recipients who were not legally admitted to the country from pursuing a green card.  It does not remove TPS status, change TPS benefits, or otherwise alter the existing TPS program: TPS recipients are still protected from deportation and can legally seek employment in the US.  TPS holders who entered the country legally can still seek to become permanent residents, even if their visas had expired and were undocumented prior to being granted TPS. The Supreme Court case, Sanchez v. Mayorkis, involved Salvadoran man Jose Santos Sanchez, who entered the US as an undocumented immigrant in 1993 and was granted TPS in 2001 after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Central American country.  In 2014, Sanchez applied for permanent residence and was found ineligible.  The case made its way through the entire court system before the final ruling was issued today. See the court ruling here. TPS faced an uncertain future during the Trump administration but has likely entered a more stable situation under the Biden administration.  However, with this court ruling, there may be few options for TPS recipients who entered the country without being admitted from finding a permanent future in the United States.  If TPS were to end for any of the 12 countries whose citizens are currently eligible for TPS, those citizens would be expected to return voluntarily to their home countries or risk deportation from the US. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth works with immigrants to try and find any potential avenue to secure permanent residence in the United States.  Our immigration attorneys offer 100% free consultations, so call us today at 888-517-9888.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

Supreme Court Rejects Johnson & Johnson Appeal of $2 Billion Talc Verdict

Topics: Consumer Law, Personal Injury

Feature
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) Baby Powder and other J&J talc-based products have been linked to ovarian cancer, leading to thousands of lawsuits and many multi-million dollar jury verdicts.  One such case was decided in July 2018, where 22 women and their families were awarded $4.7 billion by a Missouri jury.  The original award included $550 million in compensatory damages and $4.14 billion in punitive damages, which was later reduced to about $2 billion overall.  Two of the 22 women were also dropped from the lawsuit at that time. On Tuesday, the US Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal by J&J to vacate the $2 billion verdict on the grounds that the Missouri courts should not have combined the 22 cases together, which J&J argues confused the jury due to differing state laws.  The court did not indicate why it rejected the appeal. It is unclear whether J&J plans to appeal the Missouri verdict on other grounds. See the full news report here. J&J maintains that its products are safe.  Key to many of the trials was a trove of J&J internal documents that documented its raw and refined talc sometimes being contaminated with asbestos, a known source of cancer, which J&J kept hidden from regulators and the public.  Reuters ran a special report on this topic in December of 2018 and can be found here. Companies that design, manufacture, or market a product that harms consumers can be pursued for financial damages.  If you have been injured or harmed by a faulty product, you may be entitled to recovery under a product liability action known as a mass tort.  The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth provides a free consultation and case evaluation to anyone who has been harmed by a dangerous or recalled product.  Call us today at 888-517-9888 to schedule your consultation.
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

979 Arrested by CHP for DUI over Memorial Day Weekend

Topics: Auto Accident, Criminal Defense

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hundreds of drivers across California were arrested by California Highway Patrol (CHP) on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) over Memorial Day weekend.  CHP had announced a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) would be in effect for the entirety of the weekend from Friday 6:01 p.m. through Monday 11:59 p.m.  On Tuesday, CHP stated that 979 arrests were made during the 78-hour MEP. CHP also announced that at least 35 people were killed in car crashes across California during the MEP, an increase of 13 percent from 2020.  The majority of the traffic fatalities were not wearing a seat belt.  CHP did not indicate if any of those arrested for DUI were involved in any of the fatal collisions. The legal penalties for driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated can be severe.  A DUI Conviction can result in jail time, community service, probation, fines and court costs, and a suspended driving license.  The penalties can be more severe if the driver has a previous DUI conviction, causes a car collision, injures anyone, or causes property damage. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth strongly urges anyone who has been consuming alcohol to designate a sober driver or find a means of transportation that does not involve getting behind the wheel of a vehicle, including rideshares.  This extends to every time anyone consumes alcohol, not just during maximum enforcement periods.  Please drink responsibly and do not drive if you have been drinking.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

San Gabriel Valley Master Key – Episode 36 – Beth Ahlers

Topics: San Gabriel Valley Master Key

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Episode 36 of the San Gabriel Valley Master Key podcast, co-hosted by Attorney Scott Warmuth, officially released today! Episode 36 features Beth Ahlers.

Episode Description:

Beth Ahlers speaks on the topic of “homeschooling” and family life after nearing the end of 25 years of home education and raising 6 children.  Beth’s message is “It CAN be done!” and “Family relationships are worth investing in and sacrificing for.”

Though a survivor and fighter for life and freedom, she focuses on the redemptive qualities of life’s difficulties, the good that comes out of the bad, the growth and the joy that is the reward of wisdom, sacrifice, and perseverance.

Available now on Spotify, YouTube, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRADIO!  Visit the San Gabriel Valley Master Key website for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

Stay Safe this Memorial Day Weekend

Topics: From Our Office

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Memorial Day honors the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have lost their lives serving in the United States military.  It is one of the most popular US holiday weekends for road trips, and consequently, Memorial Day weekend typically has more traffic fatalities than any other weekend.  AAA estimates that about 37 million people will drive more than 50 miles this year, a significant increase from last year's unique circumstances, but a decrease from 2019.  The high danger levels still remain. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth encourages all drivers to exercise extra caution this holiday weekend if you are planning a road trip.  And please, do not drink and drive.  Stay safe, and to all of our men and women in uniform: thank you for your service. Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

San Gabriel Valley Master Key – Episode 35 Michelle Kuei

Topics: San Gabriel Valley Master Key

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Episode 35 of the San Gabriel Valley Master Key podcast, co-hosted by Attorney Scott Warmuth, officially released today! Episode 35 features Michelle Kuei, author and life coach.

Episode Description:

Michelle Kuei is a professional speaker, confidence coach, meditation & mindfulness teacher who helps woman entrepreneurs who struggles with the confidence and courage to tell their unique story to get seen, get heard, and get hired.  Michelle provides her clients with skills they need to live confidently and with purpose by helping them redirect their fears and channel their energy into living life filled with happiness, authenticity, and personal freedom.

Michelle is the author of the memoir, Perfectly Normal-an immigrant’s story of making it in America, as well as the inspirational illustrated e-book, “Miss Little Musical.” She is a board member of the United Nations Association of the USA Pasadena Chapter, Clinical Pharmacist at USC’s Keck Medical Center, and Associate at the Associated Patient Advocates. She is also a member of the National Speakers Association, Area Director of Toastmasters International at District 100.

Available now on Spotify, YouTube, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRADIO!  Visit the San Gabriel Valley Master Key website for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

The Legal Rights of Agricultural Workers in California

Topics: Employment Law

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Agricultural workers have rights under the California Labor Code.  Jean H. Power, attorney and Ting Xu, paralegal at the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth explain workers rights as they relate to Agricultural Workers in this video.[/vc_column_text][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/-fmKWNyAXv0" el_width="60" align="center"][vc_column_text]The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth offers free initial consultations for employment law cases.  Call us today at 888-517-9888![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

Can Undocumented Immigrants Pursue Personal Injury Claims?

Topics: Immigration, Personal Injury

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In a word: Yes. When undocumented immigrants suffer a personal injury in California, there is often hesitation as to whether to report the injury and seek financial compensation from the at-fault parties.  Any hesitation, regardless of reasoning, when filing a personal injury claim can decrease the financial compensation an injury victim can receive.  For many undocumented immigrants, hesitation stems from fear making themselves and their immigrations status known to any entity related to law enforcement, including personal injury attorneys. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth would like to reassure undocumented immigrants who have suffered an injury through no fault of their own: immigration status cannot be legally considered for any California civil matter related to personal injury or wrongful death.  Immigration status cannot be used as evidence and defendants and their attorneys are not allowed to investigate the immigration status of a plaintiff.  Undocumented immigrants do not have any additional burden of proof and do not receive less compensation. See the relevant California law here. Undocumented immigrants who have suffered injury should not hesitate to begin the personal injury claim process.  Whether the victim of a car accident pursuing an at-fault driver, the victim of a slip and fall pursuing a business owner, or the victim of a dog bite pursuing the dog's owner, all injury victims have the same rights in California.  Undocumented immigrants can pursue any injury claim without fear. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth helps the victims of personal injury seek medical treatment and financial compensation for their injuries.  Our team of personal injury legal professionals will never ask about our injury clients' immigration status.  However, the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth also provides high-quality immigration legal services.  We can always connect our clients with our immigration team upon request, which will not affect a personal injury claim in any way.  All personal injury and immigration initial consultations are 100% free with no obligation.  Call 888-517-9888 today![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
WarmuthLaw
Resource Library
Accident Reports Auto Accident Bicycle Accident Blogs Bus Accident Business Interruption Insurance Consumer Law Covid-19 Criminal Defense Debt Relief Defective Product Employment Law Events From Our Office Immigration Insights Intellectual Property Pedestrian Injury Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Case Press Release San Gabriel Valley Master Key Tour Bus Accident Uncategorized Workers' Compensation 事故报告 (Accident Reports) 工伤赔偿 (Workers Compensation)

When Treatment for a Work Injury is Not Helping

Topics: Workers' Compensation

Feature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One promise of workers' compensation benefits is to allow an injured worker to seek medical treatment.  Regardless of how a work injury occurs, where it occurs, or who or what is to blame for the incident that led to the injury, workers hurt on the job can seek medical treatment for as long as necessary, until they are deemed fully recovered.  There are some work injuries, however, that will never result in a full recovery, regardless of how much medical treatment is received. Obviously, no amount of medical treatment is going to help victims of catastrophic work injuries, such as paralysis or dismemberment, fully recover.  But many work injuries considered minor or moderate also never result in a full recovery.  When treatment for a work injury is no longer helping a patient recover, medical staff will declare the patient "permanent and stationary" (P&S) and stop performing further treatment.  Upon being declared P&S, an injured worker is considered permanently disabled and eligible for permanent disability benefits. The amount of permanent disability benefits received by an injured worker vary.  Upon declaration of P&S, medical staff produce a report that determines a "disability rating" from 0 to 100 percent based on several factors, including:
  • Severity of the injury
  • Pain levels, even after treatment
  • Ability to perform assigned work duties
  • Previous, non-work-related injuries
  • Future medical care
After a disability rating is assigned, it is used in a mathematical formula that uses several variables, including an injured worker's age and occupation, to determine permanent disability benefits.  Receiving permanent disability benefits does not mean that an injured worker can no longer work or even perform the same work duties as before.  It is only an acknowledgement that an injured worker has suffered a work injury and could not fully recover, even after medical treatment. If you have been injured at work, you are entitled to medical treatment and disability benefits.  Filling a workers' compensation claim is notoriously difficult in California, which is why the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth is here to help.  We provide a robust legal service that ensures you are receiving the medical treatment you need with the care you deserve.  If we do not win your case, we do not charge you any fees.  For a free consultation and work injury evaluation, call us today at 888-517-9888![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]