Author Archives: maryalexander
Losing Their Cool: Night Club Bouncer Assault
People think of night clubs and bars as gathering places for individuals to meet, let loose and have some fun. Nobody goes to a bar expecting to be hurt. However when individuals congregate to drink and inhibitions are diminished, devastating injuries can result. In addition to the danger from people, the building itself can… Read More »
Distracted Driving: A Recipe for Disaster in California
Distracted driving is a common threat on our nation’s roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving is reported in approximately 20 percent of motor vehicle crashes that result in injury. Of course, after an accident, driver distraction is often difficult to detect and thus may go unreported; one study… Read More »
PG&E Acknowledges Its Liability for San Bruno Disaster
On December 13 th, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), the utility company whose gas line exploded in September 2010, finally accepted responsibility for the disaster. In a press release issued by the company, PG&E conceded that they were liable for the blast and promised to pay the victims for their injuries. The explosion left… Read More »
Bay Area Construction Accidents Highlight Persistent Safety Issues
The dangers inherent in construction work make it one of the riskiest professions available. Because worksites use both heavy machinery and materials, when injuries happen, they are much more likely to be serious or even fatal. Two construction accidents occurred this summer that reveal the need for construction companies to implement, train and enforce… Read More »
Mary Alexander Elected to California State Bar Association’s Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame
Released: February 13, 2012San Francisco, CaliforniaMary Alexander and Associates, P.C. is proud to announce the election of its firm founder, Mary Alexander, into the California State Bar Association’s Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame.For over 30 years, Mary Alexander has distinguished herself amongst her colleagues and clients as a zealous advocate for consumer rights. She… Read More »
New Year Ushers in New Traffic Laws for Californians
On New Year’s Day, several new traffic laws went into effect in California that may prevent accidents and help keep all Golden State road users safe.Changes to DUI LawsAmong the new laws are changes to two existing driving under the influence (DUI) rules. Law enforcement can no longer impound someone’s vehicle if their only… Read More »
Controversy Continues Over Safety of Yaz Birth-Control Pills
Headlines have been numerous about the controversial safety of the popular contraceptive Yaz and its sister pill Yasmin. Specifically, the question is whether birth-control pills like Yaz with the ingredient drospirenone increase the risk of potentially fatal blood clots to an unacceptable level.Drospirenone is a progestin, a synthetic version of the hormone progesterone. Pills… Read More »
California Wrongful Death Lawsuits Must Join All Heirs
Generally, when California residents die in fatal accident, their heirs must band together to pursue one wrongful death lawsuit.This is because California adheres to what is known as the “one-action rule.” The rule operates just like one would assume from its title – only one action can be brought as a result of a… Read More »
New California Booster Seat Law Increases Safety, Saves Lives
Do you think that once your children are old enough to attend the second grade, their booster seat days are over? If you live in California, you might need to think again. Among the new laws signed into law for 2012 by Gov. Jerry Brown is a new law intending to make riding in… Read More »
Study Reveals A Rising Number of Pedestrians Injured Wearing Headphones
Perhaps you’ve seen it on YouTube or on the evening. A woman falls into a mall fountain while completely engrossed in a text message. That indelible image is a comical reminder that pedestrians must be aware of their surroundings. This is especially important if they are distracted by headphones, whether they are connected to… Read More »