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We Try Cases
 Our firm defends lawsuits in both Federal and State courts, and we strive to resolve them as efficiently as possible. Sometimes that requires trying a case. We are trial lawyers, after all. If we can assist you with a case that needs to be tried, please let us know. Regards, Jeff Kramer |
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Settling Defendants Can Be Assessed Recoverable Litigation Costs
The California Supreme Court issued a decision on March 10, 2016 that when a settlement agreement is silent on each party bearing their own legal fees and costs, a plaintiff can be deemed the prevailing party and recover its statutory costs from a settling defendant. Claim releases should therefore contain explicit language that a settlement includes all legal fees and costs. Click here to read the case.
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Vicarious Liability Gets Broader
Recent cases show that courts want to compensate claimants who are injured for no fault of their own, and so they are extending vicarious liability theories against employers of intoxicated employees.. Click here to read more.
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Playing Fast and Loose with the Law
California's Proposition 213 prevents a Plaintiff from recovering non-economic losses following an auto accident if the vehicle does not comply with California's Financial Responsibilities Laws. But can a Plaintiff sidestep that requirement by posting a cash deposit with the DMV after an accident? Click here to read more.
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Caselaw Summary
Courts in California have issued judicial opinions recently in a variety of matters which may affect our clients' interests. Click here to read more..
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About Us
 Kramer, deBoer & Keane, LLP is an AV Preeminent-rated civil litigation law firm with offices serving California and Nevada. This newsletter is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. © 2016 KDK All Rights Reserved |
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