California LGBTQIA+ Rights 2025: Legal Protections Guide

Written By: Vanessa Deniston, Senior Trial Attorney and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee California is home to the nation’s largest self-identifying population of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender population and continues to be a leading change agent for the advancement of LGBTQIA+ rights across the nation. The following reference guide summarizes the […]

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Oakland Police Chase Pedestrian Death: Know Your Rights

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An Oakland police chase death has left the city grieving and searching for answers. On May 28, 2025, a high-speed pursuit initiated by California Highway Patrol (CHP) ended in tragedy when a fleeing driver struck two pedestrians near East 21st Street and 12th Avenue. The crash killed Dr. Marvin Boomer, a beloved Castlemont High School teacher,

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Top Women Lawyers 2025: Honoring Megan Irish and Aimee Kirby by the Daily Journal

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We are thrilled to announce that Dolan Law Firm’s very own Megan Irish (Senior Trial Attorney, Oakland) and Aimee Kirby (Managing Trial Attorney, Redondo Beach) have been named among the Top Women Lawyers 2025 by the Daily Journal. This prestigious honor highlights their outstanding achievements, tireless dedication, and leadership in the field of law. Megan Irish,

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Cycling Accidents Are Increasing: What California Riders Can Do

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Anna Pantsulaya This week’s question comes from a bicycle coalition member from the Bay Area who asks: “Why are cycling accidents increasing in California, and how can cyclists protect themselves?” Each year, more Californians take to the streets on bicycles for fitness, eco-conscious living, and faster commutes. But with this

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Your Rights After a Serious Tour Bus Crash in California

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Written By: Chris Dolan and Jeremy Jessup This week’s question comes from Analise from Rowland Heights, CA who asks: My relative was injured in a tour bus crash on a highway interstate, what should she do now? On Sunday, May 11, 2025, a devastating crash occurred on the westbound 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights, California.

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$18.5M Verdict in Fresno Truck Crash: Cerrato v. Yong’s Logistics

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Cerrato v. Yong’s Logistics: Plaintiff is awarded $18,574,222.00 in Trucking Accident Case SAN FRANCISCO, CA — May 16, 2025 On October 24, 2019, around midnight, Juanita Cerrato was severely injured when she swerved to avoid a tractor-trailer obstructing the shoulder and her lane of travel on Jensen Avenue in Fresno, California. The trailer, operated by

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Beloved San Mateo County Teacher and Coach Killed in Tragic Bike Accident

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ATHERTON, CALIFORNIA — A tight-knit community is mourning the loss of a beloved teacher and coach after a tragic collision involving a garbage truck claimed his life last Wednesday morning. Dylan Taylor, a well-known educator in San Mateo County, was riding his bicycle to work along Middlefield Road in Atherton when the fatal incident occurred. Authorities confirm the accident

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Are E-Bike Accidents Increasing in California During Bike Month?

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“I’m planning to use an e-bike for Bike to Wherever Day in the Bay Area. Are e-bike crashes more common than regular bike accidents in California?” With Bike to Wherever Day happening across the Bay Area this month and e-bikes booming in popularity, more cyclists than ever are turning to electric rides for their daily commutes. But as

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Fatal Collision Involving Tour Bus and SUV

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On Sunday, at approximately 5:00 a.m., a fatal motor vehicle collision occurred on the westbound lanes of State Route 60 (SR-60) in Hacienda Heights, California, involving a Nissan sport utility vehicle (SUV) and a commercial tour bus. According to preliminary information released by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Nissan SUV was stationary in a

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Bike Month 2025: Legal Tips and Resources for Bay Area Cyclists

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Celebrate Bike Month in the Bay Area with Safety, Community, and Legal Resources May is National Bike Month and here in the Bay Area, it’s more than just a celebration. It’s a movement. From neighborhood rides to community events, cyclists across the region are hitting the road in honor of safer, greener transportation. Bike to

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