Category Archives: General
Distinguishing Between Trucking and Car Accidents
The Kalfayan Law Firm, a San Diego personal injury law firm, is well-versed in the understanding of critical distinctions between trucking and car accidents. While both situations can lead to tragic outcomes, they are far from identical in a legal context. The differences emerge in terms of the severity of incidents, governing regulations, the… Read More »
What to Do in a Car Accident
If you’ve been in a car crash, it’s hard to know what to do next. Your head may be reeling from the accident, and you may be worried about your passengers or other people involved in the crash. Even after you leave the scene, it’s hard to focus on what you need to do… Read More »
What Makes a Class Action Waiver Valid/Invalid?
Large companies are always looking for ways to limit their liability. One of the biggest potential liabilities for any organization is the prospect of a class action. Whether brought by employees or customers, a class action lawsuit can cut a big chunk out of a company’s bottom line. Rather than avoiding wrongful conduct, there’s… Read More »
What Is the Relationship Between Recalls and Class Action Lawsuits?
Recalls and class actions go hand in hand. You’ve likely heard the term “recall lawsuit” in connection with defective cars, toys, medical products, and other items. Below, we explain just how recalls and class actions are related. If you’ve been harmed by a defective product, false advertising, or other unlawful practices, call a California… Read More »
Choosing the Right San Diego Personal Injury Lawyer: A Step-by-Step Guide
Suffering a personal injury due to someone else’s negligence calls for hiring a skilled personal injury attorney. Common cases include motor vehicle accidents, bicycle accidents, bus accidents, dog bites, and slip and falls. A qualified attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Don’t settle for just any personal injury… Read More »
Why Some Class Actions Do Not Get Certified
Class actions are more complex than typical lawsuits. They require adherence to special rules and procedures, and they are better suited for certain types of claims. Failing to satisfy these requirements can lead to a denial of class certification which immediately leads to the case being dismissed. Below, we discuss some of the most… Read More »
What Are the Class Action Requirements?
Class actions are designed for situations in which a lot of individual people have similar claims against a single defendant. Each individual claim might not be worth pursuing as its own lawsuit, but together, the plaintiffs can work to hold the defendant accountable and recover at least some of what they lost due to… Read More »
Does Minimum Advertised Price Violate Antitrust Laws?
Manufacturers or suppliers sell or license products to distributors, who in turn sell products to consumers. As part of a distribution agreement, manufacturers can require distributors to adhere to certain policies and practices. These requirements may serve to protect the company’s brand image–certain products cannot be marketed in certain ways, such as selling kids’… Read More »
Tying the Sales of Two Products: Do Antitrust Laws Prohibit This?
If you go to the pharmacy to buy some Nyquil, you might see it packaged with Dayquil as well. If you go to buy a household cleaning product, you might find it packaged together with a scrubbing sponge. Packages like these might be a convenience and cost savings to the consumer, but what if… Read More »
Why Hire a Class Action Lawyer
Sometimes, companies take advantage of you and con you out of your hard-earned money. You spend $15 on a toy for your child that breaks immediately. You pay extra for a product that says “Made in France” when, in reality, it was made in New Jersey. You find out that the “healthy” food you’ve… Read More »
