What a popular genetic testing company’s bankruptcy means for your privacy By Shant Karnikian You place an order. A few days later, an attractive, colorful, user-friendly kit arrives. You spit in a tube, register a little information online, send the package back, and… presto! In a few weeks, you have
In the aftermath of the Eaton Fire, some homeowners in Altadena might have seemed like the “lucky ones”—their houses still standing while others burned to the ground. But as KTLA’s recent profile of KBK’s Anastasia Mazzella reveals, the truth is far more complicated. Anastasia’s own home survived the flames, but toxic
Flawed Police Use Leads to Wrongful Arrests By Shant Karnikian Most of us use facial recognition technology regularly, barely giving it a second thought. It helps us unlock personal devices like phones and laptops, organize photos, retrieve favorites from our overflowing online albums and social media accounts, and make payments
Is your baby’s bottle leaching harmful chemicals into formula or milk? By Shant Karnikian Being a new parent isn’t easy. You’re sleep deprived and trying to get your infant on a schedule. You’re still getting to know this little human—learning what each gurgle, coo, cry, and facial expression means; listening
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. The recent wildfires in Southern California and natural disasters elsewhere in the country have left thousands of people grappling with enormous loss — and the complex insurance claims process that follows. Insurance companies owe a duty of good faith and fair dealing with policyholders. Unfortunately,
KBK’s Shant Karnikian was a special guest for the New Possibilities Hour: Will Work for Food Project, presenting on: California Insurance Claims And Recovery After Mass Disasters. The presentation explores the various legal avenues for recovery after a wildfire or other mass disaster—from analyzing insurance policies and common issues in
By Shant Karnikian Raging wildfires—driven by blow-torch Santa Ana winds at hurricane forces and extremely dry weather—have devastated Los Angeles over the last week. Blazes in the Altadena (Eaton Fire) and Pacific Palisades (Palisades Fire) communities are among the worst natural disasters in the city’s history. Tens of thousands of
LA County officials are calling for an investigation into the county’s emergency alert system in light of the discovery that all 17 confirmed deaths from the Eaton fire occurred in west Altadena neighborhoods that did not receive evacuation orders until flames were already dangerously close. KBK’s Shant Karnikian told Pasadena Star-News
By Jeff Nguyen January 14, 2025 / 11:16 PM PST / KCAL News The program guaranteeing fire insurance coverage for homeowners turned down by traditional companies, known as the California FAIR Plan, could run out of money following the devastating destruction caused by the Palisades and Eaton fires. The program is managed by the
Steps to Take After a Wildfire By Shant Karnikian Wildfires can leave devastating impacts, turning lives upside down in an instant. Navigating the aftermath requires a clear plan to ensure safety, protect your rights, and start rebuilding. This guide outlines essential steps to take after a wildfire to help ease