Southern California Criminal Lawyer Blog

On December 15, 2021, the governor of California signed SB 81 into law to dismiss sentence enhancements in the interests of justice. This bill comes at the heel of widespread activism, drawing attention to the plight of convicts spending more time than necessary in jail or prison. Studies show that sentence enhancements for long sentences…

SB 775 is a bill signed into law on October 5, 2021, and reforms SB 1437 laws about the conviction of aiders and abettors for murder. Inmates with murder convictions under the previous laws could be charged with murder even though they had nothing to do with it. Bill 775 allows a defendant convicted of…

It’s a documented fact that victims of child sexual abuse are at a much higher risk of developing long-term psychological, emotional, and physical disorders including depression, guilt, and anxiety. The lingering memories of sexual abuse in schools and even home are often difficult to suppress and changes how the victim thinks and acts over their…

One of the most valuable skills that attorneys need today is a sense of awareness. It’s knowledge of the latest developments that affect people and businesses, both within your community and the country at large. Attorney Christopher Darden is one such professional who embodies this trait – and more. After passing the California Bar exams…

Rideshare apps have become an integral part of our lives in Los Angeles. Whether you call a Lyft or take an Uber home after a long night out, you need to stay aware of your surroundings at all times. Here’s why: Uber and Lyft drivers are just as vulnerable to accidents on the road as…

Bad news always comes as a shock. Most recently, Lyft just admitted to receiving well over 4,000 cases of sexual assault. And that’s just from 2017 to 2019 – and the more we dig, the more gruesome their history gets. Riders have experienced many types of violence by Lyft drivers including: Rape Gunshot Assault Child…

Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have changed the landscape of daily public commuting. The disruptive businesses have been a force for good and nearly all stakeholders – with the exception of taxi owners – have enjoyed their services. However, ridesharing companies have racked up their fair share of controversies. For obvious reasons, they can’t…

Uber and Lyft have made it easy to get around town. However, there are thousands of drivers and riders utilizing rideshare apps at a time. This can increase traffic volume on the road and the pressure on drivers to respond to the increased demand for their services. The nature of their role requires drivers to…

Rideshare apps in LA have become the de facto means of getting around town – but they’re not perfect. Uber and Lyft are worth billions of dollars and have managed to increase their number of users and contribute to a sizable traffic volume day in and day out. The increased presence of cars indicates a…

When an Uber or Lyft driver causes a car accident due to negligence, the injured victim (or passenger) may be entitled to several types of damages when they file a claim. The compensation will depend on the severity of injuries and other losses. Rideshare companies and their insurance providers will do everything they can to…