By: Dan L. Longo It is no surprise to anyone that Elder Abuse/Nursing Home litigation is on the rise. There are several reasons for the increase in this type of litigation over the last five years. First, largely fueled by the media, there is a public perception that nursing homes do not provide adequate care to […]
By: Robert H. Panman Although all Titles of the ADA strive to elimination of discrimination against persons with disabilities, each Title has different rules, regulations, affirmative defenses and remedies available to plaintiffs. Title I governs employment situations, Title II governs public entities and Title III governs access to public accommodations and services. Employers Do Not Violate […]
The Role of Trial Consultants Civil trial attorneys today increasingly turn to an empirically-based approach to jury selection as opposed to intuiting or speculating about a juror’s personal biases and attitudes. Though it is difficult to measure the results of this approach with any precision, the consensus of both plaintiff and defense trial attorneys is […]
By: Nancy N. Potter Murchison & Cumming were again honored to speak at the 2003 West Coast Casualty Conference held in Anaheim, California. James Carraway, Bryan M. Weiss, Nancy N. Potter and Carolyn A. Mathews, rounded out the panel, bringing light additional insureds issues through their presentation entitled “Passing the Buck”. Starting off the presentation, Carolyn Mathews provided an overview […]
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Robert M. Scherk and Scott J. Loeding successfully brought a Dismissal with prejudice for their client in a matter arising from product liability, breach of warranty and breach of contract claims. Plaintiff Hale & Sons, Inc., a plumbing contractor which purchased plumbing fixtures in connection with its plumbing-related construction work, filed suit against client Hughes Supply, […]
The role technology plays in negligent infliction of emotional distress claims was at the heart of a case successfully handled by Stephen K. Anderson and Gina E. Och. The case arose out of injuries allegedly sustained by Plaintiff Michaela Kellner in February 2007, when she slipped, or tripped, and fell down a set of stairs that […]
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge recently granted summary in favor of Jons Marketplace in a matter where an 11-year-old girl suffered a serious ankle fracture while leaving a Jons store in Van Nuys with her mother. The Hon. Michael Latin ruled that Jons could not be liable as a matter of law because the […]
Verdict Search California Verdict Defense Case Marsha Voorhis and Nathan Voorhis v. Thermal Self Serve Inc., Signature Flight Support Corporation, Million Air Interlink Inc., Million Air La Quinta, The County of Riverside, Cessna Aircraft Company, Deanna Webb and La Quinta FBO Two LLC, No. RIC451391 Court Superior Court of Riverside County, Riverside, CA Judge Gloria […]
In an ERISA case by a Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. member against Kaiser, defensed by Casey Yim in Federal Court, the plaintiff sought recovery of $350,000 in medical services rendered by “out of plan” provider, Providence Hospital. Defendant Kaiser paid Providence only $31,000, representing the “self pay discount,” which was actually billed by Providence […]
Jury Delivers Unanimous Defense Verdict An East County San Diego Superior Court jury recently reached a unanimous verdict declaring that The Vons Companies, Inc. were reasonable in the maintenance of their Spring Valley store property, in response to allegations of safety-related negligence by Plaintiff Robbyn Kuykendall. The case concluded victoriously for both the major supermarket […]
Gina E. Och and Edmund G. Farrell, III successfully defended client, Motorcycle Safety Foundation (“MSF”) up to the Court of Appeal. Plaintiff, Mary Stout, signed up for a motorcycle riding training course with MSF. Prior to taking the course, she signed an agreement, which contained a release of all claims arising out of injuries that may occur during […]
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Three Murchison & Cumming Attorneys Named to Southern California Rising Stars List
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Steven J. McEvoy, and Associates Kelsey L. Maxwell and Christine V. Nitoff have been selected to the 2018 Southern California Rising Stars list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Southern California. Mr. McEvoy focuses his practice in the areas of transportation […]
CA SUPREME COURT RULES NEGLIGENT HIRING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION MAY CONSTITUTE AN “OCCURRENCE”
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesIn a long-awaited decision by the California Supreme Court, the Court issued a ruling on June 4, 2018 in Liberty Surplus Ins. Co. v. Ledesma & Meyer Construction Co., S236765 (Cal. June 4, 2018) holding that where an employee commits an intentional act, allegations of negligent hiring, training and supervision of that employee by the employer […]
Murchison & Cumming Partners Volunteer Again at Arcadia’s Annual Law Day
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming Senior Partner Guy R. Gruppie and Partner Mary C. Trinh served as volunteer attorneys at the City of Arcadia’s 20th annual Law Day May 19 at the Arcadia Public Library’s Cay Mortenson Auditorium. Mr. Gruppie and Ms. Trinh along with other local lawyers provided Pro Bono, one-on-one counsel on general legal questions to hundreds of residents […]
Murchison & Cumming’s William T. DelHagen Retires After 42 Years of Practicing Law
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesDan L. Longo, Managing Partner of Murchison & Cumming, LLP has announced that after more than 40 years of practice and 17 years at M&C, Bill DelHagen has retired as Of Counsel at the firm. Mr. DelHagen focused his practice on product liability, aircraft, automotive, trucking, general liability, and business litigation matters and is a Martindale Hubbell […]
Seven from Murchison & Cumming Honored by San Diego Magazine
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce that seven of its attorneys have been recognized as 2018 Top Lawyers in San Diego by San Diego Magazine. Congratulations to Senior Partner Kenneth H. Moreno, Partners Matthew H. Printz and Jefferson S. Smith, Associate Partners J. Lynn Feldner and Robert M. Scherk, and Of Counsel David M. Hall and Joseph Fox. For its annual Top Lawyers issue, San […]
Arleen Milian Selected for Legal Marketing Association’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce that Arleen S. Milian, Director of Client Relations, has been selected to serve on the Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA) Diversity & Inclusion Committee. The committee will be responsible for making recommendations to the LMA Board of Directors, Regional Governing Boards, staff and other LMA leadership bodies about […]
Four from Murchison & Cumming Honored in Southern California Super Lawyers Edition
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce four attorneys from the firm’s Los Angeles and Orange County offices have been recognized in the 2018 Southern California Super Lawyers Edition. The honorees include Managing Partner Dan L. Longo, Senior Partners Guy R. Gruppie, William D. Naeve, and Friedrich W. Seitz. Mr. Longo was recognized for the seventh consecutive year. […]