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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Changes Coming to California’s Cannabis Market – Effective on Wednesday, January 1, 2020
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesPost 85 View Link Beginning January 1, 2020, any package containing cannabis or cannabis products that are transferred to a Distributor for retail sale, must be in child-resistant packaging ( (“CRP”) which is designed to be difficult for children under five years of age to open. Pursuant to Section 40417 of Title 17 of the […]
Murchison & Cumming Welcomes New Associate to Los Angeles Office
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming is pleased to announce that Todd G. Lezon has joined the Los Angeles office as an Associate Attorney focusing his practice on transportation liability. Before law school, Todd served in the U.S. Army as a non-commissioned officer and deployed to Iraq twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. During his first tour of duty […]
Dan Longo named Chair of USLAW NETWORK
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming is pleased to annouce that Managing Partner Dan L. Longo has been named Chair of USLAW NETWORK for 2019-20. He succeeds Kevin L. Fritz of Lashly & Baer, P.C. in St. Louis, Missouri. The change of leadership was made at the NETWORK’s annual Fall Member Business Meeting in Washington, D.C. “I am honored to serve as […]
Murchison & Cumming’s Michael Nunez and Arleen Milian Participating in LACBA’s Diversity & Inclusion Conference
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming is pleased to announce that Senior Partner, Michael J. Nunez and Director of Client Relations, Arleen S. Milian are participating in the Los Angeles County Bar Association Diversity & Inclusion Conference on Friday, September 27. The conference is presenting a full-day program focusing on diversity and inclusion. Michael and Arleen will be participating as part of […]
Murchison & Cumming Welcomes New Associate Partner to San Francisco Office
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming is pleased to announce that Joseph A. Whitecavage has joined the firm as an Associate Partner in the San Francisco office. With more than 25 years of experience, Mr. Whitecavage has defense experience that includes insurance, products liability, vehicle warranty, and complex antitrust litigation. He understands that litigation can be a very stressful experience […]
M&C Partners Gruppie and Trinh to Participate in Nation’s Largest Trial Lawyer Conference
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesSenior Partner Guy R. Gruppie and Partner Mary C. Trinh are scheduled to participate at the 37th Annual Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles meeting at the Wynn Las Vegas August 30-September 1. The event is by far the nation’s largest annual trial lawyer/litigation conference. Mr. Gruppie will present the defense perspective in “Medicine for Lawyers,” a Continuing Legal […]
Murchison & Cumming Welcomes New Senior Associate to Los Angeles
/in Announcements, Press ReleasesMurchison & Cumming, LLP is pleased to announce that Celim E. Huezo has joined the Los Angeles office of Murchison & Cumming, LLP. With nearly 15 years of experience, Mr. Huezo understands the nuances of his clients’ cases and ensures they are an active part of the litigation process. Mr. Huezo prides himself on being a calming […]