Practice Areas

The firm prides itself on its passionate representation of its clients, taking a level of personal interest in every client and every case. This personal attention sets the firm apart and creates a culture of care and concern that is unsurpassed. And our results are, in fact, historic.

Hersh & Hersh has represented clients from all over the United States in individual cases, mass tort litigation and other personal injury matters for nearly 50 years. It is not surprising that one of the firm’s founders received a 2010 lifetime achievement award from the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association for groundbreaking work.

The trial lawyers at Hersh & Hersh collectively have decades upon decades of experience in these areas. When you contact our law firm for an evaluation of your situation, you will speak with an attorney and it is free of charge.

Auto, Bicycle, Pedestrian, Motorcycle & Other Roadway Accidents

We have worked on cases involving pedestrians struck by taxis, commuting bicyclists hit by cars, catastrophic injuries sustained by passengers of a van due to dangerous highway/roadway conditions, injuries to an elderly resident due to a Muni driver’s negligence in operating a lift. We are expert at obtaining full compensation for injured people including medical expenses, lost past and future wages, future medical care costs, attendant care, and pain, suffering and emotional distress. We have years of experience representing people who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents, or accidents involving trucks, bicycles or other transport.

We have also successfully represented people who have been injured in accidents during sporting or recreational activities, like wrestling, swimming or zip-lining.

Medical Malpractice and Professional Liability

Malpractice can occur in many contexts, including, for example, in an Emergency Department when a provider fails to diagnose or treat a stroke leading to permanent and disabling injuries, or during pregnancy, labor or delivery when a complication goes undiagnosed, unnoticed and untreated and a baby is born injured. For instance, a baby may be deprived of sufficient oxygen if a laboring mother’s contractions are too frequent or intense and the doctors or nurses do nothing to correct the situation. This deprivation of oxygen during labor may result in permanent brain injury to the newborn. If your baby has problems such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, or other injuries, it may be the result of a mismanaged labor and delivery. We have obtained results that permit people to get long-term care and assistance for their injuries.

We have had multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements in many malpractice cases. We have special expertise in representing victims of fertility clinic and sperm bank negligence or fraud, including destruction of embryos, failure to screen donors, or failure to conduct genetic testing. We have also successfully prosecuted cases against other professionals including attorneys for professional negligence.

Employment Law

There are specific laws in place to protect employees. Both large and small employers often take advantage of their workers by violating federal, state, and local laws. Employees may not realize that they are entitled to minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest breaks, prompt payment of wages, detailed wage statements, and reimbursement. Employees also may be unaware that they are misclassified as “independent contractors” or as employees “exempt” from wage and hour protections. We have successfully represented employees against their employers in cases involving the failure to pay certain wages to employees and misclassification of workers, thereby denying employees overtime, as well as cases involving harassment and discrimination, including sexual harassment, on the job.

We won a landmark jury verdict in Federal Court against an employer for misclassifying employees and denying them wages, meal and rest breaks. If you or your co-workers believe your employer has taken advantage of you, you can speak confidentially with one of our attorneys. We can advise you on your rights and evaluate whether your employer has failed to comply with the rules and regulations that protect you.

Dangerous & Defective Products/Devices

As consumers, we are exposed to various products daily and even when used correctly the products can be very dangerous and cause severe harm. Many of the products you use are unsafe due to manufacturing defects, failure to warn of dangerous propensities of which a manufacturer is aware, or improper deisgn. It’s simple. Manufacturers must not sell products that endanger the public. If they do, they, along with the distributors, vendors, retailers, or others, can be held responsible for the injuries they cause. We have successfully represented thousands of people who have been victims of the failure by manufacturers to ensure the safety of their products. These manufacturers include drug manufacturers, medical device manufacturers, consumer product manufacturers, like baby toys or cribs, to name a few. Dangerous products have caused death, devastating injuries and permanent harm and have ruined people’s lives.

We have the knowledge, skills, resources and experience to investigate and pursue products cases against large corporations.

Fertility Clinic and Sperm Bank Litigation

We have successfully pursued cases against fertility clinics and providers involving injuries arising from care, treatment or practices, including negligent or fraudulent use and transfer of the wrong embryos, destruction of genetic material due to negligence or wrongdoing on the part of the physicians, laboratory or equipment failures and defects resulting in loss of genetic material, as well as cases arising from negligent practices in the clinic or associated laboratories. 

We have also successfully litigated and settled cases against sperm banks, including involving families whose children were born as a result of sperm purchased from a sperm bank that inadequately screened and assessed donors, and the families discovered that the donor used was schizophrenic, a hereditary condition. We achieved a great resolution and got the Sperm Bank to change its practices. 

Many of these entities have updated or changed their policies, practices and procedures from our cases.

Dangerous Property Conditions

We understand that dangerous property conditions can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities. Property owners are legally obligated to ensure their premises are safe for visitors. If you or a loved one has been hurt as a result of dangerous conditions, you may be entitled to compensation.

Our seasoned attorneys can help you navigate the complexities of premises liability cases. These cases can involve a range of hazardous conditions, such as poor lighting, slippery floors, unsafe staircases, or lack of adequate security measures.

We have successfully handled cases involving dangerous conditions on a number of properties, including dangerous and defective ladders or equipment on property resulting in severe injuries, work site injuries, failure to have safe roadways for pedestrians on private property, and cases for families involving dangerous conditions on college campuses, including families who lost young college children as a result of drug overdoses at their schools. 

Many of the entities, properties and universities now have different policies or practices.

Personal Injury and Catastrophic Injuries

Our attorneys are dedicated to advocating for individuals who have suffered injuries due to someone else’s negligence. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that a personal injury can have on your life. Our goal is to help you navigate the complicated legal process and pursue the compensation you deserve.

Our team handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including but not limited to car accidents, medical malpractice, slip and fall accidents, product liability, and wrongful death. We have a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes for our clients, and we are committed to providing the highest level of legal representation.

At Hersh & Hersh, we operate on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case.

We understand the devastating impact catastrophic injuries can have on an individual and their family. Catastrophic injuries can include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, multiple fractures, and severe burns. Catastrophic injuries impact every aspect of an individual and family’s life and can result in loss of income, the need for long-term medical care and other care and services.

We approach every case with compassion and determination, aiming to secure the compensation you need to cover medical costs, lost wages, and other damages. It’s our mission to help you navigate the legal system and advocate for your rights, standing by your side every step of the way.