A local Sherman Oaks teacher has been arrested for sexually assaulting at least two students. Kareem Spann, 46, of Burbank was charged with multiple sex crime counts involving two 8th graders, officials from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday. The charges against Spann include: One felony count of lewd act on a … The post Sherman Oaks Middle School Teacher Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Multiple Students appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Car insurance companies typically determine a driver’s rate based on risk. Insurance companies want to make money and will try to estimate the likelihood of you filing a claim for any type of car accident – whether or not you’re actually at fault. Your car insurance will be cheaper on a monthly and annual basis … The post What are the Most Important ‘Risk Factors’ Impacting Car Insurance Rates? appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Image-based sexual abuse (IBSA) is a topic we’ve covered previously on the Dordulian Law Group Blog. Also known as revenge porn, IBSA can impact anyone at any time and is only expected to increase with the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI). But a new tool created by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children … The post ‘Take it Down’ Launched to Help Kids and Teens Remove Intimate Online Images appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Professionals in various capacities are charged with a duty to protect individuals who can’t protect themselves, such as children, dependent adults (e.g. the elderly), and the otherwise vulnerable. What is California’s Mandated Reporting Law? What is Mandatory Reporting? The California Mandatory Reporting Law Explained Mandatory Reporters in California: What are the Responsibilities? What is Considered … The post What are ‘Mandated Reporters’ in California? appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

In January 2023, Dr. Robert Hadden, a former Columbia University gynecologist, was convicted on four counts for sexually abusing women. The sexual abuse survivors were patients of Dr. Hadden and included a minor and two pregnant women. Info for Survivors: Columbia University & Dr. Robert Hadden Sex Abuse Lawsuit What is the New York Adult … The post New York Survivors Act Opens Window for Dr. Robert Hadden Sexual Abuse Lawsuits appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Car accidents happen every day, and more than 269,000 Californians were injured in 2019 motor vehicle collisions, according to the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). While California requires all drivers to maintain minimum auto insurance policy limits, state law does not mandate that you purchase what’s known as uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (UM coverage). Why … The post Why Do Personal Injury Attorneys Recommend Uninsured Motorist Coverage? appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

A former California high school “Teacher of the Year” has been arrested for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old male student, according to a press release from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. Tracy Vanderhulst, 38, a teacher at Yucaipa High School, was arrested on Thursday and booked at the county detention center on a … The post 2nd California ‘Teacher of the Year’ Arrested for Child Sex Abuse; More Victims Sought appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Automated driving is evolving rapidly, and with new technologies, it’s becoming more efficient. Self-driving cars will ultimately revolutionize the way we travel, with automated driving systems allowing vehicles to handle all driving tasks without human assistance in due time. In the United States, self-driving cars will soon overtake gasoline-powered vehicles in terms of overall popularity … The post What are the Top 10 Benefits of Autonomous, Self-Driving Cars? appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Uber and Lyft accidents are a common occurrence – particularly in Sothern California. A recent study from the University of Chicago confirmed that as the number of rideshare vehicles on the road has increased over the years, approximately 1,000 daily car accidents now occur as a result. The study also found that ride-sharing services such … The post Are Uber/Lyft Accidents Covered by a $1 Million Insurance Payout? appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more

Students at the University of Southern California (USC) have launched a startup company with a mission of helping to prevent sexual assaults on college campuses throughout the nation. The company is called Brave, and the product – an app connected to what’s known as the Braveband – is designed to provide students with a quick … The post Brave Startup Founded by USC Students Develops Sexual Assault Prevention Bracelet appeared first on Dordulian Law Group ..read more