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What Are My Rights if Questioned by ICE Agents? - BD&J, PC

Posted in In the News, Personal Injury, Safety Information on August 15, 2025

What Are My Rights if Questioned by ICE Agents? 

If ICE approaches you at home or work, you don’t have to open the door unless they present a judicial search warrant signed by a judge. You may refuse to answer questions about your immigration status and have the right to remain silent, even if you’re undocumented. You can refuse searches without a valid warrant and should stay calm and avoid sudden movements. If detained, request a lawyer and avoid signing documents. Document any injuries or property damage and seek legal help. BD&J offers free consultations for those injured by ICE, regardless of immigration status, and can help pursue compensation.

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Posted in In the News on November 11, 2020

Safely Celebrating Thanksgiving 2020

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to warn the public of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. As positive case numbers surge across the country, the need to be mindful about how you are prioritizing virus safety is more important than ever, especially with Thanksgiving right around the corner. At BD&J in Los Angeles,…

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17-Year-Old Palisades Charter High Soccer Player Dies, Possibly Due to Heatstroke During Practice

Posted in Heat Exhaustion, In the News on August 24, 2020

17-Year-Old Palisades Charter High Soccer Player Dies, Possibly Due to Heatstroke During Practice

Shane Thomas, a 17-year-old Palisades Charter High School soccer player, passed away during practice, possibly due to heatstroke. If an investigation confirms the cause of death as heat-related, then the school could be liable. Shane Thomas, a locally famous 17-year-old soccer player at Palisades Charter High School, passed away possibly from heatstroke. He was found…

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