PERSONAL INJURY I SLIP AND FALL – $21,500,000 Settlement In Favor of Plaintiff whom Claimed Track Work Created Tripping Hazard October 04, 2019 Landowners or occupiers of a premise must act reasonably when maintaining their property in a reasonably safe condition in view of all circumstances, including the likelihood of…

PUBLIC ENTITY LIABILITY I SLIP AND FALL I PREMISE LIABILITY – Sidewalk Falls and Roadway Falls increasing in San Diego October 2, 2019 Public entities have an obligation to inspect roadways and sidewalks for dangerous conditions. Specifically Government Code Section 835.2(b)(1)requires that a public entity utilize “due care” by adopting…

FRAUD I DAMAGES I CIVIL LITIGATION – Punitive Damages vs. Compensatory Damages September 17, 2019 What is the difference between Punitive Damages and Compensatory Damages? Punitive Damages: Punitive damages are monetary awards, payable to the plaintiff that exceed compensatory damages and aim to deter bad conduct and punish a defendant….

PERSONAL INJURY / DAMAGES – Compensatory Damages for Personal Injuries September 10, 2019 In California personal injury plaintiffs are compensated with compensatory damages in the majority of civil cases.  Civil cases where plaintiffs are compensated with compensatory damages include: Intentional Torts, Negligent Claims, and Contract Actions.  Below is a chart…