We have all heard the news – the deadliest shooting in modern U.S. history on Sunday evening during an open-air festival at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Nearly 60 people died and more than 500 were injured; the death toll is…
Every year thousands of teens die in traffic accidents—often as a result of their excessive speed, lack of experience, or inattention. Although National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 15 – 21, 2017, now that the school year is underway, it is important to learn…
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a child under the age of 13 is involved in a crash every 33 seconds. Many injuries and deaths could be prevented if children were properly restrained. Many parents and caregivers assume they know how to…
What is your opinion on the alleged DACA Deal? Love It! Hate It; It’s Amnesty! Need More Information! What is DACA? Let me know what you think in the comments section. Mark Bello has practiced law for 40 years. He is currently the CEO and…
On September 5, President Trump announced an end to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, turning the nation’s back on 800,000 undocumented young adult immigrants living in the country. The fate of these “Dreamers” now rests in the Republican Congress’ ability to pass…
As we commemorate the 16th anniversary of 9/11 attack that rattled our nation to its core, I hope that everyone will stop, if only for a moment, and remember all those who lost their lives that day. As I reflect on that day, I recall…
Last month, a Los Angeles jury awarded $417 million to a woman who claimed her ovarian cancer was caused by Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J) Baby Powder. The decision marks the largest verdict to-date resulting from a talcum powder lawsuit. This was not the first jury…
Part Four: Home Alone After School – Is Your Child Ready for the Keys? Fifty years ago, dad went off to work while mom got the kids off to school. Moms were also there when the kids returned home. Nowadays, in many families, both parents…
Recess Safety – Prevention at the Playground Recess is an essential time for a child’s physical, social, and academic development. It is a means of staying active, making friends, and getting a nice break from their studies. While kids need the 20 – 30 minutes…
Suffering a personal injury in an auto accident is bad enough, but when the insurance company denies or refuses to settle a claim, the impact can be devastating. Here is an example of a plaintiff who refused to give in to an insurance company’s outright…
Bullying in the Palm of your Hand Physical and verbal bullying have been around forever, and cyberbullying has become increasingly common since the dawn of the internet. Over the past decade, however, a special subtype of cyberbullying has grown exponentially – cellphone cyberbullying. Kids are…
Summer is ending, kids are going back to school, and, as always, August is National School Safety Month. It is truly remarkable how many dangers await school children, but if you are properly prepared, you can do your best to ensure a safe and wonderful…