Category Archives: Premises Liability
How Did the Nation’s Largest Mass Shooting Happen?
Las Vegas and the entire country are reeling over the horrific mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival. At approximately 10 pm on October 1st, this Las Vegas country music festival became the site of America’s largest mass shooting to date. What Happened the Night of October First? As Jason Aldean sang for… Read More »
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 »
Improper Maintenance No Excuse for Those Injured in San Francisco Falls
Trip or slip and fall accidents happen way too frequently in San Francisco. Falls down a flight of stairs or from a balcony can easily result in serious injuries like broken bones and traumatic brain injuries. People may even die when balconies collapse. Wherever they take place, whether at the home or apartment of… Read More »
Deck and Balcony Accidents Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Decks and balconies can add value to your property and create a space that is perfect for entertaining friends and family. However, when these structures are not constructed or maintained properly, they can be dangerous – causing serious accidents and devastating injuries. Causes of Deck and Balcony Accidents Deck and balcony accidents are generally… Read More »
6 dead, 7 injured in balcony collapse in Berkeley, California
Six people died and seven others were seriously injured when a fourth-floor balcony collapsed during a birthday gathering early Tuesday, June 16, 2015, in Berkeley, California. This tragic incident occurred at the Library Gardens Apartment near the UC Berkeley Campus. Thirteen people fell from the balcony when it gave way. Four were pronounced dead… Read More »
Berkeley balcony collapse draws attention to serious safety issue
While she was traveling in Ireland, newspaper Irish Independent sought Mary Alexander’s input concerning the Berkeley balcony collapse and the potential legal issues that could follow. Mary has represented victims and their families in balcony lawsuits involving very similar circumstances, including a case involving another residential balcony collapse that occurred in 2009. Mary noted… Read More »