California law does its best to protect both landlords and tenants. For example, landlords can evict, retain security deposits or file civil suits in response to substantial damages to their units caused by tenants. On the other hand, however, landlords must also maintain clean and safe spaces for their tenants. That includes ensuring adequate waterproofing and weather protection of the roof...
Continue ReadingIf you have a child who ingested lead, you may notice symptoms of lead poisoning. Sometimes, it can take many years before these signs become noticeable. While some places, like Western Youth Services, can provide therapies your child needs, in reality, the effects of lead poisoning are irreversible. This does not mean you should give up, but it does...
Continue ReadingI am grateful to the attorney Grant Riley and his team at Riley | Ersoff LLP. Thanks to him and his team, today I am enjoying my new home with my family. I could move out from the ugly apartment I was living in. Riley | Ersoff LLP was always aware of all questions and doubts that my family...
Continue ReadingHOW AND WHEN WAS LEGIONNAIRES’ DISEASE DISCOVERED? In July 1976, over 4,000 members of the American Legion met at a hotel in Philadelphia for the group’s annual convention. Three days after the convention ended, several of the attendees became ill. The symptoms experienced by each person were similar including shortness of breath, fever, and chest pain. Within weeks, a total of...
Continue ReadingLead poisoning can cause permanent harm in young children. If you or your loved one has suffered lead poisoning in your rental home or apartment from deteriorated lead-based paint, you deserve financial compensation. But what are your rights? What can you do to protect yourself and your family? That’s not an easy answer but the first step to obtaining answers to...
Continue ReadingLead poisoning in children can cause mental health and physical harm leading to long-term problems. If your landlord has not provided proper documentation regarding lead in your home, then you may be entitled to sue your landlord if your child has lead poisoning. The attorneys at Riley | Ersoff LLP have decades of experience handling catastrophic personal injury cases. We have prosecuted...
Continue ReadingAbsolutely! Your citizenship or residency status is NOT RELEVANT in connection with the prosecution of a civil action! If your landlord has abused you and your family and has allowed your family to live in a dangerous, uninhabitable apartment building that has any of the following defects, please call us – we can help! * No heat * Bed bugs *...
Continue ReadingHave you or a loved one contracted Legionnaires’ disease? You may be dealing with medical costs, lost wages, or even permanent disabilities. Or maybe you lost your loved one to the disease. If so, you may be eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering. Today, our Legionnaires’ disease attorneys are going to take a look at Legionnaires’ disease...
Continue ReadingIf you contracted Legionnaires’ disease while visiting Las Vegas, you could be entitled to compensation. Legionnaires’ disease, sometimes called Legionellosis, can result in life-threatening or fatal respiratory infection. Outbreaks are commonly associated with buildings or structures that have complex water systems, including hotels and resorts, high-rise condominiums, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and cruise ships. Outbreaks typically occur when building...
Continue ReadingIn Vegas and Los Angeles, hot tubs are a common feature in casinos, resorts, hotels, and cruise ships. People love hot tubs as a means for relaxing, soothing muscle aches, and just because they’re symbols of luxury. However, using a hot tub may come with a price. If the entire water system is not properly maintained and cleaned, someone...
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