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The United States has a long and complicated history with nicotine. The epidemic of smoking cigarettes rose to dramatic heights in the 1990s after a series of lawsuits against major tobacco companies. Since that time, the number of cigarette smokers in this country has been dropping. Many people praised electronic cigarettes when they first came out as ways to help longtime cigarette smokers break the habit. However, many people are now turnin... Read More

Those in the United States who have textured breast implants could be a risk of developing breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma, or BIA-ALCL. This is a rare cancer which, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is associated with breast implants that women receive after reconstructive or cosmetic surgery. Specifically, the majority of those diagnosed with BIA-ALCL received textured breast implants. Unlike... Read More

Twice a year the leading workers’ compensation conference in California convenes in an educational conference comprised of the brightest & best the state has to offer. The CAAA is considered the Premier Workers’ Compensation Convention. The 4-day conference brings attorneys, physicians, employers and insurers together for an in-depth program designed to educate the diverse array of issues affecting the workers’ compensation industry by expanding the scope of worker protections and redefine a just system. Co-Founder of Bentley & More LLP, Keith More will be one of the expert panelists providing cutting-edge analysis on the topic of UR & IMR Determinations.  Keith has been one of the biggest players in Employment Law over the course of his practice and continues to advocate on behalf of workers in the state of California. His conviction to protect his clients is paramount and hopes that by providing insight at CAAA, others may leave feeling inspired to do the same.

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Vehicle accidents happen all the time. While nobody wants to get into an accident, having insurance is important and can help cover expenses from any injuries or property damage incurred in the crash. Unfortunately, the insurance claims process can be difficult, which is the last thing a car accident victim needs. State Farm is a major insurance carrier that has been in business for decades. They have a streamlined insurance claims process, bu... Read More

Nicotine is a drug. There is no way to sugarcoat that fact. Just like any other drug a person is addicted to, there are various withdrawal symptoms associated with stopping. Nicotine is very addictive and has typically been associated with traditional cigarettes. However, over the last few years, e-cigarettes have risen to the top of our minds when it comes to nicotine addiction. These products have been championed as being able to help peo... Read More

If you are in a car accident that causes injuries or property damage, then you will need to know how to file a claim with your insurance company. As with any insurance company, filing a claim with AAA insurance can become complicated. However, if you have been in a crash, or you just want to understand what to do if one occurs, the following information can prove helpful. Immediately after a crash happens The immediate aftermath of a vehicle... Read More

Most people know that people all across the United States have become ill after using e-cigarettes or other vaping products. What most people do not know is that there is a name for the lung illness that has plagued this country over the last few months - e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury, or EVALI. What we know about EVALI As of this writing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there ha... Read More