In The News
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Elinor Leary has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2023 for her work on behalf of plaintiffs in the areas of Personal Injury Litigation and Product Liability Litigation.
August 2023
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Elinor Leary joins distinguished judges and seasoned trial lawyers as invited faculty for BASF’s “Women in Trial Training”
February 2021
Back by popular demand, Women in Trial returns for another year. Join us in improving the diversity of trial lawyers in our courtrooms. If you want to improve your trial skills or have never tried a case and want to learn how to try a case, take this program. Learn from our seasoned trial lawyers and get into court through our BASF and JDC pro bono programs.
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Eight Veen attorneys selected for inclusion to the list of 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers
JANUARY 2021
Eight Veen attorneys selected for inclusion to the list of 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers: Josephine Alioto, Steven Kronenberg, Anthony Label, Elinor Leary, Cliff Smoot, and Bill Veen.
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The Veen Firm Congratulates Marian Wright Edelman and honors her commitment to the fight for social justice.
AUGUST 2020
The Veen Firm and the American Bar Association congratulate Marian Wright Edelman, one of our nation’s foremost civil rights champions and Founder and President Emerita of the Children’s Defense Fund, as she receives the ABA’s 2020 Thurgood Marshall Award on July 31.
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Anthony Label named the Best Lawyers® 2020 Product Liability Litigation–Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” in San Francisco
AUGUST 2019
Anthony Label was recently selected by Best Lawyers® as the San Francisco Trial Lawyer of the year for his Plaintiff work in the area of Product Liability Litigation.
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Anthony Label Selected as the Marin Trial Lawyers Association’s 2019 Trial Lawyer of the Year
AUGUST 2019
Anthony Label has been selected as the Marin Trial Lawyers Association’s 2019 Trial Lawyer of the Year! Congratulations to Anthony for receiving this prestigious award!
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The Veen Firm Ranked on the 2020 “Best Law Firms” List by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
AUGUST 2019
U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ranked The Veen Firm on the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list in the Metropolitan Tier 1 Ranking in San Francisco for personal injury litigation and product liability litigation.
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The Best Lawyers in America 2020 Lists Four Attorneys from The Veen Firm
AUGUST 2019
Anthony Label, Elinor Leary, William Veen and were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2020 for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury matters.
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Clifton Smoot featured in July’s edition of Organized Labor’s Ask The Expert Column
JULY 2019
Attorney Clifton Smoot discusses “dual employment” and how this arrangement might affect your ability to bring forth a civil suit as a temporary worker if you are injured at the work site.
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Discusses the difference between a Workers’ Compensation Claim and a Personal Injury Claim in Organized Labor’s Ask The Expert Column
JUNE 2019
Attorney was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing the difference between claims and steps to consider if you have been injured at work.
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Article by David Winnet published in CAOC’s May/June Edition of FORUM Magazine
June 2019
David Winnett’s article, “The continuing viability of the consumer expectation test in defective seat back cases” was published in the May/June Edition of FORUM Magazine.
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Article by Annie Wu published in May Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
MAY 2019
Annie Wu’s article titled “Proving Damages in a Brain Injury Case When a Plaintiff Returns to Work” was published in the May Edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Steve Kronenberg Discusses Workers’ Compensation Claims in Organized Labor’s Ask The Expert Column
MAY 2019
Attorney Steve Kronenberg was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing Workers’ Compensation claims and how to identify the responsible party if you are seriously injured in the workplace.
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Article by Clifton Smoot published in April Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
APRIL 2019
Clifton Smoot’s article titled “Turn up the heat on your record subpoenas” was published in the April edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Article by Steven Kronenberg published in April Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
APRIL 2019
Steven Kronenberg’s article titled “Using social media to build – and protect – your case” was published in the April edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Article by Elinor Leary published in April Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
APRIL 2019
Elinor Leary article titled “The law of unintended consequences” was published in the April edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Article by Published in April Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
APRIL 2019
article titled “Investigating and conducting written discovery in roadway-design cases” was published in the April edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Daily Journal Publishes Article on the Transformation of the Veen Firm’s New Haight Street Office
JANUARY 2019
Daily Journal interviews trial team leaders Anthony Label and Elinor Leary in a new article about the firm’s recent move into their new office building in the Lower Haight, a site occupied by San Francisco Law School until 2016.
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Alexandra Hamilton Authors Article on Supplemental Expert Disclosures
JANUARY 2019
Click here to read Alexandra Hamilton’s article, entitled “The What, When, Why, and How for Fighting Opposing Counsel’s Supplemental Expert Disclosures.”
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Article by Elinor Leary Published in December Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
DECEMBER 2018
Elinor Leary’s article titled “The law of unintended consequences” was published in this month’s edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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Safety in the Workplace: Amazon Under Fire for Exposing Warehouse Employees to Unnecessary Risks
DECEMBER 2018
Amazon has created more than 130,000 jobs in the last year and currently employs over half a million people around the world. Ensuring the safety of their employees claims to be a top priority, but the company has recently been criticized for its failure to examine safety hazards that have caused unnecessary injury—and even death—on the job.
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Are Restaurants Liable When Customers Have Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions? Attorney Steven A. Kronenberg Interviewed by MarketWatch
NOVEMBER 2018
Consumers who experience allergic reactions when dining out can take legal action against the restaurant, but proving liability can be challenging. In the MarketWatch article, “Are Restaurants Liable When Customers Have Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions? It Depends on the State,” Steven A. Kronenberg discusses the complexities of establishing liability in food allergy lawsuits from state-to-state.
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The Veen Firm Proudly Sponsors the San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association Judges Night
NOVEMBER 2018
The Veen Firm is proud to sponsor the San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association Judges Night on October 24, 2018 at the Green Hills Country Club in Millbrae, California to honor the judiciary of San Mateo County.
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Attorneys Attending the San Francisco Trial Lawyers’ 42nd Annual Judges Dinner Dance
NOVEMBER 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary, Attorney Clifton Smoot, Principal Bill Veen, Attorneys David Winnett and attended the San Francisco Trial Lawyers’ 42nd Annual Judges Dinner Dance on October 19, 2018, which honors active judges and commissioners in the San Francisco community.
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Alexandra Hamilton Discusses Workers’ Compensation Claims in Organized Labor’s Ask The Expert Column
NOVEMBER 2018
Veen Firm Attorney Alexandra Hamilton answers a question from a subcontractor who was injured at a work site by an employee of a different subcontractor.
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The Veen Firm Ranked on the 2019 “Best Law Firms” List by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
NOVEMBER 2018
U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ranked The Veen Firm on the 2019 “Best Law Firms” list in the Metropolitan Tier 1 Ranking in San Francisco for personal injury litigation and product liability litigation.
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Elinor Leary Selected by Consumer Attorneys of America as Recipient of the 2018 Presidential Award of Merit
OCTOBER 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary was selected by Consumer Attorneys of America (CAOC) as the recipient of the 2018 Presidential Award of Merit. CAOC will honor her at the annual convention on November 15, 2018 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco.
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William L. Veen Named as a Recipient of the CAOC 2018 Robert E. Cartwright, Sr. Award
OCTOBER 2018
Founder and Principal William L. Veen has been selected by Consumer Attorneys of America (CAOC) as the recipient of the 2018 Robert E. Cartwright, Sr. Award for his excellence in trial advocacy, and dedication to teaching fellow lawyers and the public. CAOC will honor him at the annual convention during the awards dinner on November 17, 2018.
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Steve Kronenberg Discusses Workers’ Compensation Claims in Organized Labor’s Ask The Expert Column
SEPTEMBER 2018
Attorney Steve Kronenberg was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing what options are available to you if you were injured on the job due to equipment with inadequate safety features or an unsafe work environment.
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The Best Lawyers in America 2019 Lists Four Attorneys from The Veen Firm
SEPTEMBER 2018
Anthony Label, Elinor Leary, William Veen and David L. Winnett were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2019 for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury matters.
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Elinor Leary and David L. Winnett File Suit on Behalf of Laborer Grievously Injured at the Moscone Center Project
SEPTEMBER 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney David L. Winnett have filed suit against Webcor Construction, LP, on behalf of Raul Carrasco, a laborer who suffered massive injuries when a concrete slab fell on him at the Moscone Center project.
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Attorney David Winnett Selected as a Finalist for the CAOC’s 2018 Consumer Attorney of the Year Award
August 2018
Nominees for the Consumer Attorney of the Year Award are recognized for significantly advancing the rights or safety of California consumers by achieving a noteworthy result in a case. David Winnett was selected as a finalist for the award due to his exemplary work with former Veen Firm Trial Team Leader, Craig Peters, on Doe v. Mazda Motor of America, Inc., et al.
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Elinor Leary Authors Article on Mediation and Workers’ Compensation Liens in August edition of CAOC’s FORUM Magazine
July 2018
Elinor Leary’s article, titled “Mediation in the face of a workers’ compensation lien”, was published in the August 2018 edition of the CAOC’s FORUM magazine.
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David Winnett Profiled in “Volunteer Spotlight” Article for the August Edition of CAOC’s FORUM Magazine
AUGUST 2018
David Winnett was recently included in the CAOC’s Forum Magazine for outstanding volunteer work in his community.
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Featured in July 2018 Issue of Plaintiff Magazine
July 2018
‘s article, titled “Managing Workers’ Compensation Liens in Third-Party Actions”, was published in the July 2018 Edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
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The Veen Firm Named Best Personal Injury Law Firm In San Francisco By The Recorder
July 2018
We are excited to announce that The Veen Firm was recognized as the top personal injury law firm in San Francisco by The Recorder, a legal newspaper in the Bay Area. Additionally, we were inducted into the Hall of Fame for personal injury firms due to our extensive number of successes in this category.
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Elinor Leary and Alexandra A. Hamilton Submit Government Claim on Behalf of Victim Sexually Assaulted by Inmate
May 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Alexandra A. Hamilton submitted a government claim against the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation on behalf of Jane Doe, a licensed clinical social worker who was viciously attacked and raped by an inmate at the California Medical Facility.
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David Winnett Discusses Workers’ Compensation and Litigation in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert Column
May 2018
Attorney David Winnett was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing what options are available to you if you were injured on the job due to equipment with inadequate safety features.
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The Veen Firm Proudly Sponsors San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Bike to Work Day
MAY 2018
The Veen Firm is proud to sponsor San Francisco Bike Coalition’s (SFBC) Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 10. Join our attorneys and staff at the Civic Center Energizer Station from 7:30-9:30am for free snacks, beverages and giveaways!
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The Veen Firm Files Lawsuit on Behalf of Forklift Operator Who Was Severely Injured, Requiring Amputation of Foot
MAY 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney David L. Winnett filed a lawsuit on behalf of truck operator John Eldridge against Raymond Handling Concepts Corporation for products liability after Eldridge’s left foot was crushed while operating a forklift truck.
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Diversity Committee Report: Attorney Authors CAOC’s Forum Magazine Article
APRIL 2018
The plaintiff’s bar does not reflect the diversity of the community it serves. In her Forum magazine article “Diversity Committee Report,” Attorney discusses ways attorneys can help the plaintiff’s bar become more diverse.
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What Is Salmonella, Anyway? Attorney Steven Kronenberg Featured in Extra Crispy Article
APRIL 2018
The Food and Drug Administration recently announced that Rose Acre Farms recalled more than 200 million eggs after tracing a salmonella outbreak to one of its North Carolina farms. In the Extra Crispy article “What Is Salmonella, Anyway?” Attorney Steven Kronenberg discusses why salmonella is so feared compared to other diseases that involve food, what individuals should know about salmonella and how to protect against the foodborne illness.
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The Defense Physical Exam is Not an Interrogation: Attorney Clifton Smoot Authors Plaintiff Magazine Article
APRIL 2018
A defense doctor is not entitled to an oral history from the plaintiff. In his Plaintiff magazine article “The Defense Physical Exam (Medical Exam) is Not an Interrogation,” Attorney Clifton Smoot explains why a defense medical examiner is not permitted under Code of Civil Procedure section 2031.010 to interview the plaintiff during a Defense Physical Exam (DPE).
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The Veen Firm Adds Attorney Annie Wu to Bolster Its Personal Injury Practice
APRIL 2018
The Veen Firm announces the addition of Attorney Annie Wu. Wu is an experienced trial lawyer and has represented both the plaintiff and defense side in civil litigation matters involving catastrophic injury, traumatic brain injury, wrongful death and insurance bad faith claims. She has also handled many cases involving multi-million dollar claims.
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Discusses Third Party Lawsuits in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert Column
APRIL 2018
Attorney was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing why injured workers receiving workers’ compensation should consider pursuing a third party lawsuit.
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General Contractor’s Cost-Cutting Crane Assembly Causes Foot Crush and Toe Amputations
APRIL 2018
In September 2014, defendants ProVen Management, LLC and Oro Holdings, LLC attempted to assemble a Link-Belt lattice boom crane without using a qualified crane assembly crew. Behind schedule with a civil engineering project in San Jose, the defendants hired their longtime heavy equipment mechanic subcontractor, plaintiff C.G., to assist with the crane assembly.
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Lawsuit Filed: Construction Worker Crushed and Killed by Steamroller
MARCH 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Alexandra Hamilton filed a lawsuit on behalf of Maurillo Rojas, an employee of LC General Engineering & Construction, Inc., for product liability and negligence after a steamroller rolled over him, ultimately resulting in his untimely death.
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Lawsuit Filed: Bicyclist Suffers Coma After Hitting Large Pothole
MARCH 2018
Trial Team Leader Anthony Label and Attorney Steven Kronenberg filed a lawsuit on behalf of bicyclist Ty Whitehead against the City of Oakland, County of Alameda and State of California for dangerous conditions of public property after Whitehead’s bike collided with a large pothole on Skyline Boulevard in Oakland, resulting in a serious brain injury.
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Trial Magazine Features The Veen Firm’s 1.3M Verdict in Wright v. State of California; Case Sets Precedent for CA Employees
FEBRUARY 2018
As published in Trial magazine, Trial Team Leader Anthony Label obtained a $1.3 million jury verdict in Wright v. State of California on behalf of a correctional officer who was injured on his way to work. The trial court had initially granted summary judgment, but the case was revived on appeal in a published decision that clarifies prior uncertainty in the area of workers’ compensation exclusivity for workers who lease property from their employers.
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Anthony Label Discusses Liability in Trucking Accident Lawsuits in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert Column
FEBRUARY 2018
Trial Team Leader Anthony Label was featured in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert column discussing liable parties in a trucking collisions for a victim who was badly hurt in a big-rig truck crash and as a result, completely disabled. The driver of the truck claims the insurance company only has $1M in coverage, not enough to cover the victim’s hospital bills.
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Appointed Second Year in a Row to Queen’s Bench Board of Directors
FEBRUARY 2018
For the second year in a row, Attorney will serve on the Board of Directors for the Queen’s Bench Bar Association. In addition to this position, Wong will also serve as co-chair of the organization’s Employment/Work-Life Balance Committee.
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The Bizarre World of Hospital Liens Under Parnell, Howell and Dameron: Alexandra Hamilton Authors Plaintiff Magazine Article
FEBRUARY 2018
What happens when a hospital attempts to assert a lien in connection with a personal injury lawsuit? Attorney Alexandra Hamilton explains the consequences of hospital balance billing in her Plaintiff magazine article “The Bizarre World of Hospital Liens Under Parnell, Howell and Dameron.”
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The Veen Firm Files Lawsuit: Uber Driver Under Influence and Distracted by Phone Crashes and Injures 3; Uber App Also Alleged to Be a Defective Product
FEBRUARY 2018
Trial Team Leader Anthony Label and Attorney Steven Kronenberg filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc. and an Uber driver, alleging that the driver was distracted by his phone and driving under the influence of marijuana when he crashed into another vehicle at freeway speeds on the I-580 near the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza.
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The Veen Firm Files Lawsuit for Man Severely Injured by Dog Attack
FEBRUARY 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Clifton Smoot filed a lawsuit on behalf of Lee Brannon against Frederick Long for negligence and premises liability after Long’s dog attacked and bit Brannon, causing serious injuries.
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Lawsuit Filed: Truck Driver Killed by Defective Garbage Truck
FEBRUARY 2018
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary filed a lawsuit on behalf of Johnny Tolliver against Crane Carrier, a manufacturer of garbage trucks, for negligence, product liability and wrongful death. One of Crane Carrier’s garbage trucks malfunctioned while collecting trash, killing Tolliver, who was working as an employee.
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A New View with Google Earth: Alexandra Hamilton Authors Article for Trial Magazine
JANUARY 2018
In her Trial magazine article “A New View with Google Earth,” Attorney Alexandra Hamilton discussed one of the most underutilized tools in litigation – Google Earth Pro, including how to use the free program in case preparation, at depositions or at trial as demonstrations or exhibits to help witnesses, the judge and jurors visualize a scene.
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Elinor Leary Appointed to the 2018 Justice & Diversity Center’s Board Executive Committee
DECEMBER 2017
In addition to her Board of Directors position, Elinor Leary has been invited by the Justice & Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco (BASF) to serve on its 2018 Executive Committee. Leary’s expanded role will involve oversight of the board’s budget and agenda.
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What to Do if You’ve Been Seriously Injured at Work: Alexandra Hamilton Authors Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert Article
DECEMBER 2017
In Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert article, “I’ve Been Seriously Injured at Work. What Should I Do?” Attorney Alexandra Hamilton outlines five actions employees should take if they find themselves with a work injury.
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Sworn in as CAOC’s 2018 Diversity Chair
November 2017
We are pleased to announce that Attorney has been sworn in as Consumer Attorneys of California’s (CAOC) 2018 Diversity Chair and will serve as a member of the CAOC Board’s Executive Committee.
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No Second String: Elinor Leary Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine
November 2017
In her Plaintiff magazine article “No Second String,” Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary discusses why physical therapists may be good sources for testimony at trial. According to Leary, physical therapists are often overlooked, yet highly qualified practitioners of the science of physical rehabilitation.
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Elinor Leary Appointed to the 2018 Justice & Diversity Center’s Board of Directors
November 2017
The Justice & Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco (BASF) has appointed Elinor Leary to its 2018 Board of Directors. Leary previously served on BASF’s Board of Directors and as a member of the Lawyer Referral and Information Service program.
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Three Veen Attorneys Present at 2017 CAOC Hawaii Travel Seminar
November 2017
The Veen Firm Attorneys William Veen, David L. Winnett and will present at the Consumer Attorneys of California’s (CAOC) 2017 Hawaii Travel Seminar, held on November 25 – December 2 in Maui, Hawaii.
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The Veen Firm Named Among Daily Journal’s 2017 Top Boutique Law Firms
November 2017
We are proud to announce that Daily Journal has named The Veen Firm to its 2017 Top Boutique Law Firms list, recognizing the firm’s plaintiff work on behalf of individuals who have suffered catastrophic personal injuries.
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Four Veen Attorneys to Present at CAOC’s 56th Annual CAOC Convention
November 2017
The Veen Firm Attorneys Andje Medina, Craig Peters, William Veen and are presenting at the Consumer Attorneys of California’s (CAOC) 56th Annual Convention on November 16-19th in San Francisco.
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The Veen Firm Ranked on the 2018 “Best Law Firms” List by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
November 2017
U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ranked The Veen Firm on the 2018 “Best Law Firms” list in San Francisco for their plaintiff’s work in personal injury and product liability litigation.
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Craig Peters, Steven Kronenberg, Elinor Leary and Andje Medina Elected to CAOC Board of Governors
October 2017
Underscoring their commitment to one of the largest plaintiff’s organizations in California, four attorneys with The Veen Firm have been elected for 2018 leadership positions with Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC). Craig Peters, Steven Kronenberg, Elinor Leary and Andje Medina will serve as CAOC’s 2018 Board of Governors, with Peters serving as the organization’s Third Vice President.
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Craig M. Peters and David L. Winnett Obtain $2.92 Million Settlement for Faulty Aerial Lift That Killed Tree Trimmer
October 2017
Trial Team Leader Craig M. Peters and Attorney David L. Winnett obtained a $2.92 million settlement on behalf of the family of Carlos Amezcua, a career tree trimmer who died when he fell out of the bucket of an aerial lift while trimming trees. Mr. Amezcua was performing his work duties when the leveling chain within the boom broke, causing the bucket to tip and Mr. Amezcua to fall to his death.
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CAOC-Backed SB 33 Signed to Prevent Another Wells Fargo-Sized Scandal
October 2017
On Wednesday, October 4, Governor Jerry Brown signed landmark legislation Senate Bill 33, introduced by Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa) and co-sponsored by the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC). The bill will go into effect Jan. 1, 2018 and will prevent another Wells Fargo-sized scandal by allowing consumers to fight financial institutions in court instead of through secretive arbitration in cases involving bank fraud.
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The Recorder Recognizes Two Cases on Top Verdicts and Settlements of 2016
October 2017
We are pleased to announce that two of the firm’s cases were selected for inclusion on The Recorder’s California’s Top Verdicts and Settlements of 2016. Doe v. Mazda Motor of America, Inc. was named the 3rd highest product liability award at $14 million, and Raul Zuniga v. Zambini Brothers Scaffolding Company was named the 12th highest mediated settlement at $600,000.e
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David L. Winnett Discusses Workers’ Compensation in Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert Article
September 2017
Under the California Labor Code, employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and companies that fail to adhere can be ordered to discontinue operations. Writing for Organized Labor’s Ask the Expert, Attorney David L. Winnett discusses what to do if you are injured on the job and your employer does not provide workers’ compensation coverage.
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Congratulations to Our MTLA Trial Attorney of the Year Finalists – Craig Peters and David L. Winnett
September 2017
We are pleased to announce Trial Team Leader Craig M. Peters and Attorney David L. Winnett were selected as finalists for the Marin Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA) Trial Attorney of the Year Award for their work in obtaining a $14.9 million verdict in the Doe v. Mazda case.
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The Veen Firm’s Case Featured in TopVerdict.com’s Top 50 Settlements in California
September 2017
Trial Team Leader Craig Peters and Attorney ’s case was featured in TopVerdict.com’s Top 50 Settlements in California in 2016 for their $12 million settlement on behalf of a lineman who fell sixty feet when his work positioning belt came over the top of the pole, causing him to fall.
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The Veen Firm Sponsors SFTLA’s Women Referring Women Event
September 2017
The Veen Firm proudly sponsored the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association’s Women Referring Women networking event on September 14 th at the Sens Restaurant.
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Confidential Mediation Briefs: David L. Winnett Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine
September 2017
In his Plaintiff magazine article “What Not to Share,” Attorney David L. Winnett discusses the risks of providing confidential mediation briefs to experts and what to do when the other side crosses the line.
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ABC10 Reports on The Veen Firm’s Lawsuit Against the Sacramento River Cats
August 2017
As reported by ABC10, Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Clifton Smoot filed a lawsuit on behalf of Alan Whitten and his wife, Nichole, against the Sacramento River Cats Baseball Club for negligence, premises liability and product liability. Whitten was attending a River Cats baseball game when he was struck on the neck by a metal sign used to keep track of strikeouts.
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The Best Lawyers in America 2018 Lists Seven Attorneys from The Veen Firm
August 2017
Anthony Label, Kevin Lancaster, Elinor Leary, Andje Medina, Craig Peters, William Veen and David L. Winnett were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury matters.
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Making the Case for Case Development Plans: Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine
August 2017
In her Plaintiff magazine article “Making the Case for Case Development Plans,” Attorney discusses the benefits of creating a case development plan as a valuable framework for litigation.
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Super Lawyers Recognizes All Twelve Attorneys for 2017 Northern California List; Four Attorneys Named to Top Women’s List & Four Attorneys Named to Top 100 List
August 2017
We are proud to announce that all twelve attorneys at The Veen Firm have been ranked on Super Lawyers Northern California 2017 list, which recognizes only the top five percent of attorneys. Steven Kronenberg, Anthony Label, Kevin Lancaster, Elinor Leary, Craig Peters, Bill Veen and David Winnett were recognized for their work in personal injury matters. Amongst those listed, Anthony Label, Elinor Leary, Craig Peters and Bill Veen notched placement on the Top 100 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list. Elinor Leary was also ranked amongst the Top 50: 2017 Women Northern California Super Lawyers, and Alexandra Hamilton, Andje Medina and will be included in the Top Women San Francisco December issue.
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Appeal-Democrat Reports on The Veen Firm’s Lawsuit Regarding Tank Explosion
August 2017
As published in Appeal-Democrat, Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Clifton Smoot filed a lawsuit on behalf of Dale Sandell against Triple S Ranches, Inc. for premises liability, product liability and negligence after an above-ground storage tank exploded, resulting in serious injuries.
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Alexandra Hamilton, Elinor Leary, Andje Medina and Selected to Top Women 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers; Elinor Leary Selected Amongst the Top 50 Women
August 2017
We are pleased to announce that Alexandra Hamilton, Elinor Leary, Andje Medina and were selected to Top Women 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list for their work in personal injury. Amongst this list, Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary was ranked on Top 50 Women. All four of our attorneys will be featured in the December San Francisco Magazine issue.
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I Heard Backyard Pool Filters Can Explode. Is That True? | Anthony Label Answers in Ask The Expert Article
July 2017
Yes. Many homeowners have pool filters are not safely manufactured. These filters can explode and cause devastating injuries.
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Steven Kronenberg Discusses the Recent Chipotle Outbreak in The Motley Fool Article
July 2017
In The Motley Fool article “Chipotle Has a Perception Problem, Not a Food Safety Problem,” Attorney Steven Kronenberg discusses Chipotle’s recent closing of a Virginia store due to an outbreak of norovirus.
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The Veen Firm Case Featured in San Francisco Chronicle’s Northern California Verdicts Section
July 2017
Trial Team Leader Craig Peters and Attorney David L. Winnett’s case Doe vs. Mazda was featured in San Francisco Chronicle’s Northern California Verdicts section. The case involved a high-speed traffic collision where a truck ran into Doe’s stopped Mazda Protege, causing the Mazda’s car seatback to collapse and fold in half on impact. This seatback failure caused serious and life-altering injuries to the plaintiff, and the jury returned a verdict in her favor on April 1, 2016 for $14.9 million.
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Internet Investigations for Effective Discovery: Alexandra Hamilton Authors Article in California Lawyer
July 2017
In her California Lawyer article “Internet Investigations for Effective Discovery,” Attorney Alexandra Hamilton discusses the various online resources available to aid attorneys in discovery. For example, in a recent premises liability case, the defendant claimed a defective ramp existed when the defendant purchased the property in the 1970s; however, Google Earth photos revealed that the ramp was absent in satellite pictures before 2008.
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David L. Winnett Invited to Serve on the Board of Directors for the Marin School of the Arts Foundation
July 2017
Attorney David L. Winnett has accepted an invitation to serve on the Board of Directors for the Marin School of the Arts (MSA) Foundation.
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Gagging on Gig-Economy Food Delivery: Steven Kronenberg Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine
July 2017
In his Plaintiff magazine article “Gagging on Gig-Economy Food Delivery,” Attorney Steven Kronenberg shares his thoughts on gig-economy food delivery companies’ attempts to classify workers as independent contractors and contract out of liability for third-party injuries. The gig-economy also leaves delivery drivers without traditional employment benefits, such as health insurance, overtime pay, and compensation for work-related injuries.
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The Veen Firm Trial Team Leaders Included in Best Lawyers® Business Edition
July 2017
Trial Team Leaders Anthony Label, Elinor Leary and Craig Peters were included in the summer 2017 issue of Best Lawyers® Business Edition for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury litigation.
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Lawsuit Filed: “Strikeout” Sign Falls on Man’s Head, Resulting in Injuries
July 2017
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Clifton Smoot filed a lawsuit on behalf of Alan Whitten against the Sacramento River Cats Baseball Club for negligence and product liability, alleging that employees of the River Cats Baseball Club were reckless and careless when placing a large metal “K” sign on the strikeout board. The sign fell, striking Alan and injuring him during a game.
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The Veen Firm Selected to 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
July 2017
Congratulations to attorneys Steven Kronenberg, Anthony Label, Kevin Lancaster, Elinor Leary, Craig Peters, Bill Veen and David Winnett for their inclusion on the 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list for their work in personal injury matters. Additionally, Jeremy Cloyd, Alexandra Hamilton, Andje Medina, Clifton Smoot and were selected for inclusion on the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for 2017.
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Cliff Smoot Named “Outstanding New Lawyer” by SFTLA New Lawyer Division
June 2017
We are happy to announce that Attorney Clifton Smoot has been named as an Outstanding New Lawyer by the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA) New Lawyers Division (NLD). Among his many accomplishments, Cliff was recognized for his outstanding work in the legal community, providing legal students with workshops that outlined different memorization methods to pass the bar.
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“I’m Sorry,” Legally Speaking: Cliff Smoot Authors Ask the Expert Article
June 2017
Many people interpret “I’m sorry” as the same as admitting fault, but apologies can convey different meanings, from “I’m sorry this happened to you,” to “I’m sorry because the accident was my fault.” In his Organized Labor Ask the Expert article “‘I’m Sorry,’ Legally Speaking,” Attorney Cliff Smoot discusses the complexities of apologies and how they can be used in the courtroom.
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Ghost Ship Fire Master Complaint Filed: The Veen Firm Represents Victim’s Mother
May 2017
As reported by the Los Angeles Times, KGO and others, a master complaint was filed on behalf of the families and victims of the 2016 Oakland “Ghost Ship” warehouse fire that took the lives of 36 individuals. Attorneys worked collaboratively to file the lawsuit on behalf of 19 families against the building’s owner, the primary leaseholder, Pacific Gas & Electric Company, and others.
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The Veen Firm Supports San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Annual Bike-to-Work Day
May 2017
Our firm was proud to sponsor the San Francisco Bike Coalition Bike-to-Work Day event today! We had a great time discussing safety tips with fellow bicyclists of all levels, from first-time bike commuters to experienced riders. We even got the opportunity to snap a photo with San Francisco Board of Supervisors’ Jane Kim. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our energizer station!
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When Sorry Isn’t Enough: Clifton Smoot Analyzes Courtroom Apologies for the Advocate
May 2017
Defendants may offer apologies in court, but plaintiffs’ attorneys should be wary of any attempts by defendants to say “sorry” on the stand. In his Advocate article “Defense Apologies at Trial: Sorry, but That Ship Has Sailed,” Attorney Clifton Smoot explains that almost all courtroom apologies are “sham apologies,” as they lack the five elements that every true apology should include.
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The Veen Firm Proudly Sponsors San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Bike-to-Work Day
April 2017
We are excited to announce our sponsorship with the San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Bike-to-Work Day event taking place on Thursday, May 11. We will be located at the Civic Center Energizer Station from 7:30-9:30AM to pass out free snacks, beverages and giveaways to anyone who pedals by!
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Keep Calm and Resist: Anthony Label Authors President’s Message in SFTLA’s Trial Lawyer Magazine
April 2017
Newly elected President of the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA) and Trial Team Leader Anthony Label authored the President’s Message in Trial Lawyer magazine, discussing new legislation under the current administration, including the Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act of 2017.
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Elinor Leary and Andje Medina Featured in Best Lawyers® Women of Influence
April 2017
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Andje Medina were named among Best Lawyers® Women of Influence for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury litigation.
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Food Quality & Safety Interviews Steven Kronenberg on the New Food Safety Initiatives in China
April 2017
China’s recent food scandals have brought to light the country’s serious problems with food safety, which has negatively impacted consumer confidence. However, as discussed by Attorney Steven Kronenberg in Food Quality & Safety’s article “Walmart Invests in Food Safety for China,” new efforts are being made to improve the country’s food safety standards.
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The Bomb in Your Backyard: Anthony Label Co-Authors Plaintiff Magazine Article
April 2017
The Plaintiff magazine article “The Bomb in Your Backyard,” written by Trial Team Leader Anthony Label and Oliver Vallejo of The Vallejo Law Office, discusses the ongoing issues surrounding exploding pool filters, from causing serious injuries such as brain damage and even death, to the inexpensive fixes ignored by industry manufacturers.
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Sub Rosa on Your Side: Clifton Smoot Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine
April 2017
In his Plaintiff magazine article “Sub Rosa on Your Side: Working with Private Investigators,” Attorney Clifton Smoot interviews two private investigators (PIs) to discuss best practices for attorneys when enlisting their help to develop the facts of a case
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The Veen Firm Hosts UC Hastings’ Three-Part Seminar Series: How to Start and Build a Successful Firm
March 31, 2017
The Veen Firm is proud to host UC Hastings College of Law’s “How to Start and Build a Successful Firm” three-part seminar series led by Shanin Specter, a nationally renowned trial attorney. Over the course of three discussions, Shanin covers the business behind the operation of a law practice, including how to: pick cases, obtain the best cases, grow and build a firm, manage finances and work with other firms to build a reputation.
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The Veen Firm Attorneys Present at SFTLA’s Ski Seminar
March 17, 2017
Four Veen attorneys presented last weekend at the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA) Tahoe Ski Seminar – Jeremy Cloyd, Andje Medina, Clifton Smoot and . The event was moderated and co-chaired by Anthony Label.
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A Primer on Premises Liability: Authors Article in California Lawyer
March 17, 2017
In her California Lawyer article “A Primer on Premises Liability,” Attorney discusses the responsibilities of property ownership, including the significant legal responsibility of property owners and landlords regarding maintenance, repairs and protection of tenants and the public from injury.
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Congratulations to Our SFTLA Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalists
March 13, 2017
The Veen Firm is pleased to announce that it is the first firm in the history of the award, to have two cases among the four finalists for the San Francisco Trial Lawyer Association’s Trial Lawyer of the Year award
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Kevin Lancaster Honored with SFTLA’s Lifetime Achievement Award
March 10, 2017
We are extremely proud to announce that Kevin Lancaster has been recognized for his years of advocacy and obtaining victories on behalf of injured employees, farm laborers, construction workers and undocumented immigrants. After having spent the last three decades at The Veen Firm pioneering issues in civil litigation and workers’ rights, Kevin has been honored with the SFTLA Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Appointed as Chair Elect and Political Chair of the Consumer Attorneys of California’s Diversity Committee
March 10, 2017
We are pleased to announce that has been appointed to serve as Chair Elect and Political Chair of the Consumer Attorneys of California’s (CAOC) Diversity Committee for 2017.
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Steven Kronenberg Provides Tips on Preventing Pathogen Outbreaks in Pizza Today Article
March 10, 2017
In the Pizza Today article “Keep It Clean,” Attorney Steven Kronenberg provides advice on how to prevent pathogen outbreaks, from effective hand sanitation policies to regularly monitoring food temperature.
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New Year, New Laws in California: Anthony Label Authors Article in Labor 411
March 6, 2017
In his Labor 411 article “Guns, Carseats, Lane-Splitting, Cell-phones and More: New California Laws You Need to Know,” Trial Team Leader Anthony Label discusses the various new laws that went into effect this year.
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Labor 411: Ask The Expert | Anthony Label
March 1, 2017
Happy New Year, we hope your holidays were safe and enjoyable. A number of new laws went into effect this year that may impact your work and personal life. Remember, employers often refuse to pay for traffic tickets or legal violations, even if you’re on the job.
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Steven Kronenberg Interviewed by Food Quality & Safety Regarding the Internet of Things
February 28, 2017
In the article “Food Industry Unplugged,” Food Quality & Safety interviewed Attorney Steven Kronenberg to discuss the Internet of Things (IoT) and how it pertains to the food industry. IoT connects the Internet to devices such as ovens and refrigerators, which allows food industry employees to record and monitor data.
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Lawsuit Filed: Liftgate Falls on Employee’s Foot, Resulting in Multiple Fracturesy
February 27, 2017
Elinor Leary and Clifton Smoot filed a lawsuit on behalf of Carlos Perezdeleon against Rush Truck Leasing and Maxon Lift Corporation for negligence, product liability and loss of consortium. The lawsuit alleges that Maxon Lift Corporation designed and manufactured a defective liftgate that was hazardous, and that Rush Truck Leasing failed to maintain the liftgate in a reasonably safe condition and failed to warn the plaintiff that the liftgate was not functioning. The liftgate fell on Carlos’ foot, crushing it.
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Craig Peters and Steven Kronenberg Quoted in Food Dive Discussing Issues with the Gig Economy
February 24, 2017
In the article “The Gig Economy: Exciting Opportunities, Substantial Risk for Food Manufacturers,” Food Dive interviews Trial Team Leader Craig Peters and Attorney Steven Kronenberg on issues with the gig economy, including economic safety, product quality and employee safety.
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The Veen Firm Named to San Francisco Business Times Top Law Firms List in the Greater Bay Area
February 9, 2017
As California’s leading personal injury law firm for more than 40 years, we are pleased to announce our inclusion on the 2017 San Francisco Business Times Top Law Firms list in the Greater Bay Area.
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Four Veen Attorneys Present at the 2017 Western Trial Lawyers Association Winter Conference
FEBRUARY 7, 2017
Founder William Veen and Attorneys Craig Peters, Anthony Label and Andje Medina present at the Western Trial Lawyers Association’s (WTLA) Winter Conference, held at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, Colorado from February 2-4.
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The Veen Firm Files Complaint Against Whole Foods, Potrero Homeowners Association, and R. I. & 17TH, LLC for Hazardous Alarm System that Impaired a Man’s Hearing
JANUARY 24, 2017
Trial Team Leader Craig Peters, along with members of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL), recently traveled to Morocco to attend the opening ceremony of a new dormitory at Berber School, located at the base of the Atlas Mountains.
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The Veen Firm Files Lawsuit: Maintenance Throws Air Conditioner Fan & Motor Off Rooftop, Severely Injuring Resident
JANUARY 20, 2017
Trial Team Leader Elinor Leary and Attorney Alexandra Hamilton filed a lawsuit on behalf of Viktor Fedchuk for negligence against PSP Property Maintenance, whose employee allegedly threw a 20-pound industrial fan/motor from the rooftop, striking Viktor in the head and causing severe injuries. The lawsuit states that during the repair of a rooftop air conditioner, a PSP Property Maintenance employee recklessly threw the industrial fan/motor from the rooftop instead of safely lowering it to the ground. The industrial fan/motor landed on Viktor’s head 25 feet below and resulted in serious head and neck injuries, which could have been prevented had the facility simply taken the proper steps to safely dispose of the air conditioning unit.
Article by Published in April Edition of Plaintiff Magazine
APRIL 2019
‘s article titled “Investigation and Written Discovery in Roadway Design Cases” was published in this month’s edition of Plaintiff Magazine.
