News Articles

Robert J. Francavilla discusses the implications of a $5.4 million verdict against the U.S. Government on 10 News.

CaseyGerry’s Robert J. Francavilla and Angela Jae Chun represented motorcyclist John Hendrickson in a personal injury action under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) for a collision caused by a Border Patrol agent.

CaseyGerry partner Frederick Schenk was recently reappointed by Gov. Jerry Brown to serve on the board of directors of the 22nd District Agricultural Association, which runs the San Diego County (Del Mar) Fair.

CaseyGerry senior partner David S. Casey Jr. was recently elected to the board of directors of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, a prestigious group of trial lawyers recognized globally.

Read more about his role in the organization in the San Diego Daily Transcript.

CaseyGerry partner Frederick Schenk is the current president of the Board of Directors, 22nd District Agricultural Association (San Diego County Fair Board). In this Q & A feature, he discusses his role with the Fair Board, as well as upcoming priorities for the fairgrounds, a vital community resource.

By Thomas D. Penfield – Published in Trial Magazine, February 2014

While it shares some similarities with auto crash cases, bike accident litigation contains its own nuances, from juror perceptions of cyclists to the unique mechanics of a crash.

Following the $8 million settlement of a class action lawsuit, Chula Vista residents will start  receiving tax rebates by the end of this month. CaseyGerry and Newport Beach-based Capretz & Associates joined forces to file and settle the lawsuit, which demanded restitution as a result of the City of Chula Vista’s continued collection of the controversial tax. 

The controversy over diet supplements continues. In recent news, The FDA is warning consumers about four potentially dangerous weight loss supplements — including three which can possibly increase blood pressure.Citrus Fit Gold, Hot Detox and Thinogenics  all contain sibutramine,  can be dangerous for those with heart issuesm while Tonic Life BP, contains phenolphthalein, a possible carcinogen.