Jerry D. Spitz has represented thousands of clients and earned a well-deserved reputation for being a persuasive advocate motivated by a simple, persistent mission: to help people who, through no fault of their own, are faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles and to help them get results that exceed their expectations.
Learn more about Mr. Spitz and his contributions to Aschraft & Gerel at https://bit.ly/36egGxz
Less traffic on the road doesn't mean less accidents! Despite quarantine, deaths from car accidents in the U.S. have increased by 20% and in D.C. by 42%. An eye-opening reminder to drive carefully!
It's National Family Day! Whether they're your family by blood or the family you choose, let them know you appreciate them today.
Michelle Parfitt has spent nearly four decades championing the rights of women harmed or silenced by corporations and insurers as a woman in a male-dominated field.
Learn about her journey to senior partner in this special attorney spotlight: https://bit.ly/3cu3HJ6
Happy Autumnal Equinox! Today marks the official start of Fall. The equinox is the point in the year at which there are equal hours of daylight to darkness. After today, days will continue to grow shorter until the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year, on December 21.
A recent California appellate court reversed a 2019 ruling, now suggesting that Amazon could be liable for any defective products sold through its site — even those of Amazon Marketplace’s third-party sellers. The tech giant is currently facing many liability lawsuits. Read our latest blog to learn more.
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California Appellate Court Rules Amazon Could Be Liable for Any Defective Products Sold on its Site
We're delighted to spotlight Of Counsel attorney Michael Lind for his excellent work providing quality representation to injured individuals. Here's what a recent client had to say about Michael.
Learn more about Michael at https://bit.ly/2Q7044T
In honor of Women's History Month and the exceptional professionals on our team, let's explore women's history in the legal profession. ⚖️
The legal industry is notorious for its jargon. We want to help people better understand commonly used terms. Here's how Merriam Webster defines "bad faith."
From March 20 - April 11, DC springs to life with a vibrant celebration at the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Watch for fun springtime events both online and at the festival at nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/
Are you fully recovered from COVID-19? Your blood may contain antibodies that can help critically ill patients. Schedule your donation and support Red Cross Month with the gift of healing: https://rcblood.org/2XhaVuB
Pictured: Our own Tracie Crowley, donating at our firm-wide blood drive.
Exploitation of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services star rating system has been found to be commonplace in the nursing home industry. Per The New York Times, five-star facilities have covered up neglect and abuse for years. Read more: https://www.ashcraftandgerel.com/blog/2021/march/nursing-homes-are-exploiting-u-s-rating-system-t/
