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...
Continue ReadingCar accidents happen in the blink of an eye, and when we least expect them. None of us ever expect to find ourselves involved in an auto collision, but when it happens, many of us are left reeling in the wake of such a traumatic experience. If you suffered injuries in a car accident due to another driver’s negligent...
Continue ReadingDrunk driving accidents are particularly egregious because the impaired driver knowingly puts other drivers at risk with their actions. If a drunk driver caused your accident, it is well within your rights to bring a civil negligence lawsuit against the driver to recover for injuries sustained in your accident. Recovering compensation after an accident might involve an insurance claim,...
Continue ReadingIt’s devastating to lose a loved one in a tragic accident, but it’s all the more unfathomable when a drunk driver causes their death. These accidents often have far-reaching consequences, leaving survivor’s lives shattered permanently. If you lost a loved one in a drunk driving accident, you may have the legal right to pursue a wrongful death claim and...
Continue ReadingAfter a collision, you may wonder if getting a copy of your car accident report in San Francisco is important. Suppose law enforcement reported to the scene of your accident. In that case, the accident report created by the reporting officer serves as one of the most valuable pieces of evidence detailing the facts and circumstances of your collision....
Continue ReadingIf you suffered injuries in an accident, it’s vital to find an experienced personal injury attorney who gets results and listens to your needs and concerns. With a wealth of information at our fingertips, the search may seem straightforward and simple. However, searching for an attorney can be overwhelming. Read on to learn more about the tools you can...
Continue ReadingAlthough 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...
Continue ReadingHit-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...
Continue ReadingWhen a car hits a pedestrian in California, the results can be devastating. Feeling safe when we are out walking shouldn’t be taken for granted. Unfortunately, negligent and aggressive drivers don’t consider the harm they can cause when driving carelessly. If you suffered injuries from a pedestrian accident, you deserve to recover compensation for your injuries. Holding the right...
Continue ReadingIt’s a long road to resuming the normal life you had after suffering a brain injury. Even those suffering from mild brain injuries might suffer the lasting effects for years. These injuries can affect not only your ability to work but also your ability to interact with your family and friends. California law permits those who suffer from brain...
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