A weekend of connection, appreciation, and team spirit Bringing the GOBO team together in person was a meaningful and energizing way to celebrate the beginning of 2026. As a firm built on collaboration, empathy, and connection, it was incredibly special to gather face-to-face after a busy year of working closely together across our offices and teams. While we truly missed those who were unable to join us, they were very much thought of during the weekend. Lunch together at T

A fatal crash on the San Mateo–Hayward Bridge last week is a stark reminder of how quickly distracted driving can turn deadly on busy Bay Area roadways. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on Tuesday, January 20, and involved a Ford Transit utility van and a Kia sedan. CHP said the driver of the Ford Transit van was traveling at an unknown speed when he became distracted by his cellular phone and looked away from the road. When he returned his atten

A former respiratory therapist has filed a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit against Kentfield Hospital San Francisco, alleging he was fired after raising concerns about dangerous patient care conditions. “California law protects health care workers who speak up about patient safety, and retaliation for raising those concerns is unlawful,” said Maria Bourn of Gomerman | Bourn & Associates, who represents the whistleblower in the case. According to the lawsuit filed in San Fra

Gomerman | Bourn & Associates has expanded from two offices to four locations! Along with our established offices in San Francisco and San Jose, we now welcome clients in Redwood City and Santa Rosa. 

If you find yourself involved in a crash, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed or unsure of what to do next. Not every accident looks the same, some are minor fender benders, while others involve injuries or serious damage. Thes 10 essential steps are meant to guide you through what to do after any car accident in California. Depending on the situation, some steps may be more important than others, but knowing them ahead of time can help you stay focused, protect your health, an

After an accident, it’s natural to focus on healing, keeping up with medical appointments, and getting back to normal life. But even during recovery, it’s important to be aware that California law generally limits the time to file a personal injury lawsuit to two years from the date of the injury, although the deadline is shorter for claims involving a government entity. It may seem like you have plenty of time to decide whether to take action or not, but waiting too long to

“Never expect the jury to do anything which you, yourself, will not do.” - Gerry Spence Gerry Spence, who passed away this month at the...

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life. Tools like ChatGPT are being used  to draft emails, get help with schoolwork,...

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, tragedy struck on the streets of San Mateo when a major car accident took the life of a young mother and left...

Every time you get behind the wheel in California, your attention is the difference between arriving safely and dealing with serious consequences. One of the most persistent hazards on our roads is distracted driving, and thanks to recent legal changes, the rules around phone use while driving have become much stricter. Even a quick glance can take your attention off the road at the wrong moment. That’s why California’s No-Touch Phone Law matters and why it can play an import

This case has it all, lies, corruption, harassment, and a long trail of cover-ups by a state agency that should have known better....

A Santa Clara County jury has delivered a powerful message: no company, no matter how large or well-known, is above accountability. On...

A Santa Clara County jury just awarded $9.15 million dollars to Peter Rogerson, a former Senior Director of Worldwide Marketing Communications at Power Integrations, Inc., finding that the San Jose-based semiconductor company unlawfully harassed Peter Rogerson based on his disability and ultimately fired him because he complained about harassment and discrimination.

Dog Bites and California Law: What Victims Need to Know

Attorney Maria Bourn discusses the Tom Girardi sentencing on Fox News and why legal ethics, oversight, and client trust matter more than ever.

Here Are 5 Things That Can Help Life can change in an instant. A car crash, a fall on a poorly maintained sidewalk, or even a dog bite...

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Learn how small choices on the road can help protect riders, prevent accidents, and save lives in Northern California.

Big changes are coming for U.S. travelers! Starting May 7, 2025 , all travelers must be REAL ID compliant  to: Board domestic flights...

Discover why Leigh Johnson’s new book, Building the Case, is reshaping legal storytelling—and how our team is proud to support her powerful message.

On March 18, 2025, Jose Ramirez was officially reinstated as the City of Livingston’s City Manager , closing a significant chapter in a...