The Supreme Court Just Closed the Door on Late Removals — Here’s What California Litigators Need to Know
If you’ve ever told a client “don’t worry, we can probably get a few extra days” on a procedural deadline,
Trial Prep Starts Six Weeks Out, Not the Night Before
Most people picture trial prep as a frantic weekend before opening statements with boxes of documents, bags of take out,
When the Check Doesn’t Come: Recognizing Insurance Bad Faith Before It Costs You
After almost 200 trials and approaching 46 years in practice, I have watched the same scene unfold over and over:
Fired by an Algorithm? What California Workers Need to Know About AI and Wrongful Termination in 2026
In almost 200 civil trials in over 45 years, I have watched jurors lean forward at one particular moment: when
Voir Dire in 2026: Why a Sheet of Paper Still Beats Your Gut (and Your AI Vendor)
After almost 46 years and approaching 200 trials, I can tell you exactly when most cases are won or lost:
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Orange County — And What to Do If You’re Hurt at One
Every local driver has a mental list of intersections they approach a little more carefully — the one where someone
What Almost 200 Trials Taught Me About Picking the Right Twelve
Most cases aren’t won in closing argument. They are won or lost in the first ninety minutes, before a single
When the Clock Is Against You: Last-Minute Trial Tactics That Win
Every trial attorney has been there. Trial starts Monday. It’s Friday afternoon. Something just changed. A witness you were depending
Will My Rates Go Up If I File a Claim With My Insurance Company?
California law protects policyholders from arbitrary rate increases after filing a claim — but insurers don’t always play by the rules. Insurance bad faith attorney Steven R. Young explains what your insurer can and cannot do.
Why Choosing the Right Court Can Make or Break Your Civil Case in California
Forum selection is one of the most consequential — and underappreciated — strategic decisions in civil litigation. After almost 46 years and approaching 200 trials in both California Superior Court and federal court, Steven R. Young explains why choosing the right court matters from day one.
Can I Handle My Own Personal Injury Case After a Car Crash?
It’s a fair question, and honestly, one I respect. You’ve been in a car crash, you’re dealing with injuries, medical
How Much Will an Attorney Charge Me to Fight an Insurance Company After an Accident in California?
It’s the first question almost every caller asks me, and it’s the right question to ask. You’ve just been through
You Didn’t Go to the Doctor Right Away — Does That Kill Your Personal Injury Claim?
The short answer is no. The more important answer is: it depends on how well you understand what the insurance
What Is a Whiplash Injury Worth in Southern California If You File Suit?
Few questions land on my desk more often than this one: “I got rear-ended, my neck has hurt for weeks.
The Other Driver Wasn’t Insured (or Wasn’t Insured Enough). Now What?
It’s a question I hear all the time in my office: “The person who hit me didn’t have insurance, or
I Was in a Car Accident. Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Vehicle Repaired.
Orange County attorney Steven R. Young explains step by step what to do after a car accident to get your vehicle repaired and hold insurance companies accountable.
Your Boss Fired You After You Complained. Here’s What California Law Says About That.
California wrongful termination attorney Steven R. Young explains at-will employment exceptions, retaliation claims, and how timing serves as evidence in your case.
After an Accident, Should You See a Chiropractor, Your Family Doctor, or an Orthopedist?
After an accident, one of the first questions people ask me is: “Who should I see first: my chiropractor, my
You Didn’t Go to the ER After Your Accident — And Now You’re Hurting. Here’s What to Do.
It happens more than you’d think. You’re in a car accident, you feel shaken but okay, and you tell the
The First Three Things You Must Do After an Automobile Accident
By Steven R. Young | Board-Certified Civil Trial Attorney | juryattorney.com The moments immediately following a car accident are chaotic,
