Blog Posts in 2013

• Posted By Scott Hughes 18-Dec-2013

  Orange County DUI and Anonymous Tips of Drunk Drivers

  Everyone has had that moment when they spot a police car and they begin to sit upright, place both hands on the wheels, and look as alert as possible. Most of the time, nothing happens. But, sometimes, the police will pull you over for no apparent ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 4-Jul-2013

  Orange County Excessive Force Lawyer

  Representing plaintiffs in police abuse cases in Orange County and Los Angeles can be both challenging and difficult, but I find it immensely interesting and satisfying. There is nothing more despicable than a police officer abusing the power and ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 18-Jun-2013

  Orange County Car Accident Lawsuit Damages

  The following is a list of some of the types of damages that can be awarded in an Orange County Auto Accident lawsuit: Compensatory Damages A person damaged through another's negligence may recover such amount as will compensate him for all ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 16-Jun-2013

  California Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations

  California Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice An action for injury or death against a health care provider based upon professional negligence must commence within three years after the date of injury, or one year after the plaintiff ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 25-Apr-2013

  Orange County Personal Injury Evaluation

  Personal Injury Evaluation Orange County It is important to know that Orange County Personal Injury Attorney, Scott Hughes, does not settle a case until the exact nature of the client's medical condition has been determined. It may take several ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 23-Apr-2013

  Orange County Marijuana DUI Symptoms

  Orange County has been vigoriously prosecuting Marijuana DUIs. Many people ask me about the symptoms of a Marijuana DUI. When a person is under the influence of Marijuana or THC the following symptoms can be expected : Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus: None ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 21-Apr-2013

  What is the Definition of Being Under the Influence in Orange County Courts?

  "Under the Influence" is defined as Driving Ability Impaired to an Appreciable Degree. "Under the influence" is defined as when the alcohol has so far affected the nervous system, the brain, or muscles so as to impair to an ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 12-Apr-2013

  Orange County Spinal Injury Lawyer

  Orange County Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys The most common cause of spinal cord injuries are auto accidents, however spinal cord injuries can also be cause by falls or work related injuries. Spinal Injuries can be devastating and cause a permement ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 12-Apr-2013

  Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer Evaluation of Liability

  Evaluating liability of potential defendant The all-important issue for your Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer is whether the potential defendant's liability is clear or whether there is a substantial likelihood of a finding of comparative ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 11-Apr-2013

  Orange County Police Abuse Lawyer

  Orange County Police Abuse and Excessive Force Lawyer A civil action may be filed in state or federal court, or both, against a police officer or the officer's employer to recover damages for personal injuries or wrongful death sustained during ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 9-Apr-2013

  10 Questions to ask yourself before Hiring an Orange County DUI Lawyer

  Following your initial meeting with an Orange County DUI Lawyer and before you make your decision to hire him or her, ask yourself: 1) Did this lawyer listen to me? 2) Did this lawyer carefully inquire about the events preceding my arrest and charge, ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 6-Apr-2013

  Orange County Top 10 Driving Distractions Involved in Fatal Car Accidents

  When a person is distracted and unable to pay attention to driving, the risk of an Orange County Auto Accident significantly increases. Although this is common knowledge to everyone in Orange County, we might not know exactly which distractions are ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 6-Apr-2013

  Orange County DUI - I was not Driving

  Can the government prove that you were actually driving and that you were tested within three hours of driving? In a DUI case, the Orange County Prosecutors must prove that you had 0.08% or more alcohol content in your breath or in your blood at the ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 2-Apr-2013

  Orange County DUI Checkpoint Lawyer

  Guidelines for evaluating the intrusiveness of an Orange County DUI checkpoint stop: • Decisions to establish checkpoints and regarding site selection and procedures should be made by supervisors and not officers in the field. • Decisions ...

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• Posted By Scott Hughes 1-Apr-2013

  Child Victims of Medical Malpractice in Orange County

  Children who are victims of medical malpractice in Orange County often suffer significant injury or death during birth. Birth injuries include cerebral palsy, shoulder dystocia, Erb's palsy, and other injuries that arise during pregnancy or at ...

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