Author Archives: maryalexander
Technology and Politics Raise New Challenges in San Francisco Sexual Abuse Cases
Sexual abuse has been occurring since the dawn of human civilization, but it mutates over time with our changing society. Each technological advancement presents new opportunities to harass, abuse, and stalk victims. Politicians attempt to address these changing circumstances with new legislation, but the politicians themselves are often guilty of sexual abuse. This is… Read More »
Victims Roll and Burn Inside Crashed Vehicles: Two Recent Bay Area Accidents
Often, the initial moment of impact is only the beginning of danger for accident victims in San Francisco. These motorists and passengers may face additional threats while still inside their vehicles. After a crash, vehicle occupants are often disabled, paralyzed, dazed, or completely unconscious. Others are entrapped within their wreckage, held in place by… Read More »
Transit Accidents Continue to Plague the Bay Area
When you board a bus in the Bay Area, the assumption is that you will arrive safely at your destination. However, this assumption is based on various factors, including the competency of the bus driver. A bus passenger might also face hazards from other reckless, negligent drivers on the road. Even potholes and other… Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Carnival and Princess Cruise Lines After Man Infected Aboard Grand Princess Dies Alone
Los Angeles, CA May 4, 2020 The devastated family of a man who died from COVID-19 after being exposed to the virus aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Los Angeles Federal Court. Several media outlets covered this story, including: Lehigh Valley Live Law360 CBS Los Angeles MyNewsLA Upnews… Read More »
Mary Alexander Selected as One of Lawdragon’s Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers of 2020
Widely recognized as one of San Francisco’s top personal injury attorneys, Mary Alexander established her stellar reputation in the legal community after obtaining some of the largest and highest profile verdicts and settlements in the state of California over the course of her career. She has now been named one of this year’s Lawdragon… Read More »
Mary Alexander & Co-Counsel File Federal Class Action Lawsuit Against Carnival and Princess Cruise Lines
Passengers who were aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship have filed a class action injury lawsuit today in San Francisco Federal Court alleging they were exposed to the Coronavirus as a result of gross negligence by the companies that own and operate the ship. The law firms of Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. and… Read More »
Extension of Statute of Limitations Gives Childhood Sexual Assault Survivors in California More Time to File Lawsuits
On October 13, 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 218, which grants survivors of childhood sexual abuse in California more time to file a lawsuit against his/her attacker. Pursuant to the new law, survivors now have the following extended time periods by which to file a claim: until they reach the age of… Read More »
Mary Alexander & Associates Named Finalist for 2020 Law Firm of the Year
We are proud to announce that Mary Alexander & Associates was named a finalist for the “2020 Personal Injury Law Firm of the Year” by the National Law Journal. ALM and the National Trial Lawyers (NTL) have come together to create a list of elite law firms that excel in their practice areas. The… Read More »
Mary Alexander Announced as Winner of CAOC Consumer Attorney of the Year Award
Click here to view the Daily Journal’s article about this award. November 18, 2019 – San Francisco, CA – Mary Alexander, Founder and Principal of Mary Alexander & Associates, was named the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) 2019 Consumer Attorneys of the Year for holding paint companies accountable for selling lead paint that is… Read More »
How to Handle Wildfire Aftermath
It was has become an unfortunate reality in our state, wildfires are once again sweeping California. Sonoma, San Diego, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Santa Clara, and so many other areas of the state are engulfed in flames with homeowners, businesses, and residents fleeing for their lives. In moments like this, it is important to… Read More »