For a plaintiff to prove that a company was liable for a defect, they must demonstrate that the manufacturer in question had a duty to ensure the consumer’s safety. On the surface this may seem easy to prove, yet many products are by their nature unsafe, so the “duty...
In product liability lawsuits, there are three general categories of claims typically brought against manufacturers. While a consumer may have a legitimate reason to litigate, it can be difficult for him to prove he was directly or indirectly harmed by a product....
Truck accidents happen all too frequently. Unfortunately, litigants injured in commercial vehicle accidents often target aggressive, long-shot litigation designed to force a higher-than-necessary settlement. Engaging experienced legal counsel to help defend against...
Indemnity is a hotly negotiated aspect of commercial contracts. The goal of indemnity is to place various risks with the party best equipped to respond to it. These risks can be transactional costs or those associated with third-party claims, but there are limits in...
The growing tide of workers leaving their jobs, the so-called the “Great Resignation,” is a major concern for employers throughout the U.S. and is wreaking havoc on the American economy. Initially it was difficult for experts to clearly pinpoint precisely why people...
The oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach has restarted many conversations around the oil and gas industry. Some are calling for an even greater emphasis on pumping restrictions and punishing oil companies as a response to this tragic event. How Bad Is the...
In any toxic tort, be it exposure to asbestos, benzene, or another potentially harmful substance, plaintiffs must prove that their injury was directly caused by interacting with or proximity to the chemical in question. Proving harm and causation is a basic aspect of...
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Every year since 2013 the Emerging and Environmental Claims Managers Association (EECMA) Conference Steering Committee has invited GHB attorneys to speak on a cutting-edge environmental law or toxic tort topic. This year, GHB attorneys are featured on two EECMA...
UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings) College of the Law appointed Managing Partner to its Board of Trustees. As a Trustee, Noel will help guide the school's policies and financial strategies while playing an important role in transforming the campus. This is an...
GHB Partner Jeremy D. Huie will speak on a panel titled Jurisdictional Update - Overview of the Most Active and Emerging Jurisdictions at Perrin Conferences' National Asbestos Litigation Conference being held October 1-3, 2018 at The Fairmont San Francisco Hotel. ...
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – August 3, 2018: Yesterday nine jurors in a Los Angeles Superior courtroom agreed with the arguments made by Fred M. Blum and exonerated the firm’s client, Catalina Cylinders. "Gallagher Huie + Blum handled this case beautifully from start to...
Five Gallagher Huie + Blum attorneys were recognized as 2018 Northern California Super Lawyers. All four of the firm's name partners, Marte J. Bassi, , Jeremy D. Huie, and Fred M. Blum have been recognized by Super Lawyers for several successive years. Bassi has...
Love it or hate it, litigation funding exists and is here to stay. 2017 was a huge growth year for the industry, marked by significant expansion of several firms in U.S. and global markets. On Friday March 2 Managing Partner will explore this timely topic at the DRI...