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Chuck Geerhart Awarded Civil Justice Award From The San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA)

On May 2, 2024, Chuck Geerhart was honored to receive the Civil Justice Award from the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA). This award honors members for their career work helping to promote our civil justice system. Here is my acceptance speech. Thank you for this honor. Congratulations to the other awards recipients, and the nominees for Trial Lawyer of...

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How To Make An Injury Claim Against SF MUNI

Although the San Francisco Municipal Railway (MUNI) is a great way to get around town, sometimes its operators are negligent. What can you do if injured by MUNI? First off, MUNI includes buses, streetcars, underground LRVs, and the beloved cable cars. MUNI also has responsibility for injuries occurring in its stations (such as slip and falls), including the ones...

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Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Apply to Hit-and-Run Accidents in California?

Hit-and-run drivers unfairly leave their victims to handle significant physical, emotional, and financial pain alone. And hit-and-run drivers can also leave victims with many questions, including, Does uninsured motorist insurance cover hit-and-run? In California, fortunately, the answer is yes.  Being involved in an accident is challenging, and even more difficult when the at-fault driver flees the scene. But the damages...

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What To Do if You’re Injured By a Driverless Car (Or In a Driverless Car)

If you spend any time on San Francisco roadways, you’ve seen an odd sight: cars driving with no humans inside. These are driverless cars, usually owned by Waymo (a Google subsidiary) or Cruise (owned by General Motors).  Recently we all got a chuckle when one of these cars failed to detect freshly poured wet concrete and drove right into...

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Steps to Take After Being Hit by a Drunk Driver in California

Being in any car accident can be scary but being hit by a drunk driver can be particularly traumatic and devastating. Once the initial shock wears off and you assess your injuries and damage, you might feel anxious, overwhelmed, confused, and even angry. It’s ok; this is all normal. Having somewhere to turn for advice on the steps to...

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Nuts and Bolts of Liens in a Basic Personal Injury Case

Suppose you suffered injuries in an accident that was someone else’s fault. In that case, you might be wondering how you will cover your medical expenses before your personal injury case settles. It is actually fairly common for providers to give medical treatment pursuant to a lien. This means that they provide treatment, and you promise to pay them...

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Injuries on International Flights: Understanding the Montreal Convention

You’re on an international flight. Another passenger opens the overhead bin and luggage falls out and hits you on the head, causing injury. Or, during the flight, hot soup supplied by the airline slides off the tray table and onto your lap, scalding you. Under traditional American tort law, these might sound like iffy claims to bring in court...

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Road Defects Can Lead to Serious Injuries for Bicyclists 

Changes in road surfaces rarely create a risk of injury for the countless drivers who pass over them daily. Unfortunately, a road defect creates a risk of injuring bicyclists. Read on to learn more about road defects that pose risks to bicyclists and the severe injuries they can cause. It’s important to remember that when you suffer injuries due...

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Getting Compensation for Accident Claims That Exceed Policy Limits

Car accidents on California roadways often result in property damage and, in some cases, devastating injuries and fatalities. When property damage, injury, or death occur, thousands of dollars in expenses can pile up. Car crash victims may also suffer debilitating mental anguish. In a perfect world, insurance policy accident claim compensation would cover these damages. But sometimes, a victim’s...

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Law Office of Chuck Geerhart Proudly Supports Major Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Groups

The Law Office of Chuck Geerhart is proud to sponsor the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, and Walk San Francisco. These organizations advocate for the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians throughout the Bay Area, providing valuable resources and hosting educational events for all ages.  Founded in 1998, Walk San Francisco is a volunteer organization that...

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