Robert Scherk’s Case Featured as Top Defense Case Daily Journal Verdicts & Settlements

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The Daily Journal, Verdicts and Settlements Section, published a result in favor of Murchison & Cumming’s client in their Top Defense Cases. In a case involving ADA-compliance renovations, attorney Robert M. Scherk successfully defended Aero Properties and its principal, William Gibbs, against a $5 million demand for alleged negligence and premises liability. The plaintiff, a manager at a Midas shop in San Diego, argued that restroom upgrades led to unsafe conditions, which he claimed caused him injury. Aero Properties argued that as landlords they had no duty to the plaintiff since they had leased the property to his employer. According to Garcia vs. Holt, landlords are only liable for injuries on leased property if they are aware of a hazard and can address it. Aero Properties asserted that they did not know of any dangerous conditions nor had control over the dangerous conditions once the lease was in place.

The court examined these points and found that the landlord had relinquished responsibility through the lease, which placed safety obligations with the tenant. The evidence showed no indication that Aero Properties had knowledge of or control over any alleged hazards.

Guy Gruppie Featured in Law360 Article on Anticipated Matthew Perry Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Murchison & Cumming, LLP Senior Partner Guy R. Gruppie was recently quoted in a Law360 article discussing the anticipated wrongful death litigation related to the ketamine overdose death of actor Matthew Perry. As a veteran of defending hundreds of wrongful death cases for over three decades at M&C, Gruppie shared his insights on how Perry’s estate and heirs could be expected to leverage the aggressive efforts of federal prosecutors in investigating the details of the acquisition of ketamine by the late “Friends” star from medical professionals and other sources. He emphasized that plaintiff lawyers could, and would, closely monitor the criminal cases, employing any plea bargain agreements or evidence that arise, and could potentially use the medical evidence, including key toxicology findings gathered by the Los Angeles County Coroner, in upcoming civil cases. Gruppie noted that the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA) likely would not restrict the scope of damages that plaintiffs might seek, despite some of the potential civil case defendants being medical professionals.

Gruppie’s commentary highlights Murchison & Cumming’s expertise and experience of the complexities involved in high-profile wrongful death cases and underscores the firm’s reputation as a defense leader within the legal community.

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Nine New Lawyers Featured in the “On the Move” section of the Daily Journal

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Murchison & Cumming is proud to announce that nine of its new lawyers have been featured in the “On the Move” section of the Daily Journal. This recognition highlights the firm’s commitment to growth and dedication to fostering an inclusive and dynamic legal team. These lawyers bring a wealth of experiences and fresh perspectives to drive the firm’s continued success in the legal field.

Congratulations and welcome aboard Jerri L. Johnson, Bradley P. Childers, Richard Nusbaum, Chaviante Bell, Kristen Blanton, Chimezie O. Ebiriekwe, Arlen F. Printz, Graham A. Simmons, and Kayla F. Wheeler.

Murchison & Cumming, LLP is a premier “Go-To” civil litigation firm with multiple offices throughout California and Nevada. Our attorneys serve a diverse client base including Fortune 500 companies, international entities, small businesses, high net-worth individuals, and policyholders of major global casualty insurers. Murchison & Cumming, LLP is a member of the USLAW NETWORK and other prestigious bench and bar organizations, including the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC) and the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).

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