If your loved one dies because of another person or entity’s reckless, negligent, or intentional action, you may be entitled to receive wrongful death damages in California. Though you may be grieving, understand that you must take action within two years of the death of the deceased in order to bring a legal case for California wrongful death. Below,...
Continue ReadingA common question about California auto insurance laws is, Is California a no-fault state? The short answer is no, California is not a no-fault state for auto accidents. This means that the person responsible (i.e, the “at-fault” party) for the car accident has to pay for the resulting injuries and property damage. For this reason, California is an at-fault...
Continue ReadingAccording to recent statistics, drunk driving makes up over 33% of the state’s traffic fatalities. California has over 1,000 drunk driving fatalities per year. With numbers approaching epidemic levels, many Californian drivers may worry whether they will be next to have their lives permanently altered at the hands of a careless individual. The Law Office of Chuck Geerhart represents victims injured...
Continue ReadingBicycles are a primary means of transportation for many people—especially those living in big cities like San Francisco. However, every time you get on a bike, you accept some risks. While most people think these risks relate to accidents between bicyclists and vehicles, another risk factor is the bicycle itself. Defective bicycles or bicycle parts also cause serious accidents...
Continue ReadingThere are really no two ways about it: if a defective product injures you, the manufacturer is liable for the damages. This is because the California product liability law is a law that applies strict liability. With strict liability, the intent and negligence of the defendant are irrelevant in attributing liability. For California product liability, all that matters is...
Continue ReadingAlthough something like 97% of all personal injury lawsuits eventually settle short of jury trial, they can nonetheless be very expensive because of the costs of litigation. Most reputable injury lawyers advance costs for the client, but these advanced costs must be re-paid to the lawyer when (and if) the case settles or goes to trial judgment. My typical...
Continue ReadingThe Instant Pot is a popular choice for families to prepare home-cooked meals because of its speed and convenience. Despite the company advertising many safety features, an Instant Pot accident is more likely than you think. In recent years, Instant Pot has recalled hundreds of thousands of cookers for overheating, exploding, and melting. If you’ve experienced an accident with...
Continue ReadingIn 2008, over 410,000 burn injuries happened in the United States, and approximately 40,000 people needed hospitalization. Between 1993 to 2021, 94% of burn injuries were accidents. If your injury occurred because of someone’s carelessness, you are entitled to recover damages for your injuries. Most personal injury cases settle out of court. Thus, you may be wondering about typical...
Continue ReadingWith more and more people looking at their phones while crossing the street, it is not surprising pedestrians are getting hurt all the time. If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident in California, you may be wondering, what your rights and responsibilities are as a pedestrian. Below, the experienced California pedestrian attorneys at The Law Office of...
Continue ReadingMany people who travel for work or fun use Airbnb. Although most guests enjoy their Airbnb rentals, some have had unpleasant and even harmful experiences. If you suffered injuries during an Airbnb stay, you might have an injury claim against Airbnb. However, since Airbnb claims can be complicated, it’s best to consult with an experienced attorney. Can I Sue...
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