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Mary Alexander Honored With 2021 CLAY Award
Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. is proud to announce that Mary Alexander has been honored as a recipient of the California Lawyer of the Year (CLAY) award for 2021 from the Daily Journal for her work for plaintiffs in the Ghost Ship Fire case, one of the deadliest structure fires in United States history…. Read More »
How Easy is it to Sue a California Nursing Home for Negligence During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Although the COVID-19 pandemic has affected people from all walks of life, our elderly population in California was arguably the hardest hit by this crisis. Thousands of people in nursing homes have lost their lives, and many others suffered tremendously. Although many of our healthcare workers strived to ensure the safety and care of… Read More »
What Kind of Evidence Do I Need in a California Car Accident Injury Case?
If you are approaching a personal injury claim or lawsuit in California, it might seem like there are a million different things you need to worry about. The first priority is obviously your health. You need to immediately get the necessary treatment for your injuries and ensure that you can recover in a timely… Read More »
Common Injuries From a Slip and Fall in California
Slips and falls are serious incidents in California, and they can lead to severe injuries. In many cases, the incidents can be life-altering, especially for members of the elderly population. In some situations, individuals may never fully recover from a particularly serious slip and fall. A slip and fall can be painful and distressing,… Read More »
I was sexually abused by my priest when I was young, what do I do?
Clergy abuse is a serious topic that impacts millions of people across the country. While most people are familiar with the sexual abuse in the Catholic Church by priests, nuns and lay clergy members, evangelical churches, Mormon Temples (a.k.a. Latter Day Saints), other religious organizations have also seen their share of sexual misconduct accusations…. Read More »
Top Clergy Abuse Attorney Questions
What can I do if my child was abused by a priest? If your son or daughter has suffered physical, mental, emotional or sexual abuse from a member of your church’s clergy, you must first get help from a trust therapist or psychologist who specializes in this type of abuse. The mental anguish can… Read More »
Mary Alexander Announces $32.7 Million Settlement in First Portion of Ghost Ship Litigation
July 16, 2020 – Oakland, CA – Mary Alexander has announced that 3 ½ years after the Ghost Ship fires occurred, costing the lives of 36 people and injuring several others, the first portion of the case has settled for $32.7 million for dozens of families and one of the injured parties. Thirty-two (32)… 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 »
Mary Alexander Named Best Lawyer for 5th Year in a Row
August 15, 2019 – San Francisco, CA – Mary Alexander was named a Best Lawyer for the 5th year in a row by Best Lawyers in America for her work in personal injury litigation. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the legal profession. Ms. Alexander has had an… Read More »
Supreme Court of the United States Ruling Holds Lead Paint Makers Liable for $400 Million Ruling
October 15, 2018 – San Francisco, CA – The Supreme Court of the United States refused to hear a challenge to a California Supreme Court ruling, thus upholding a $400 million decision which holds makers of lead paint responsible for cleaning up hold homes. The lawsuit was initially filed in 2000, and soon 10… Read More »