In 2015, Arash Homampour tried a product liability case in Orange County Federal Court and obtained a $60 million (general damages only) verdict on behalf of a family when a mother/wife died in a house fire caused by a Sunbeam heater.
This was a very tough case in that it was admitted that a home space heater was used in a way where the warning to keep clothing 3 feet away was not complied with. The defense argued that the heater was safe when used properly, met all UL standards, the Consumer Product Safety Commission did not tell them to recall the product, and after selling 10 million of these radiant heaters there was no history of any other significant fires.
We established that the heater’s automatic safety switch would not work in a foreseeable misuse situation where clothing could get inadvertently closer than 3 feet in front of or touching the front lower grill of the heater and start a fire. We proved that the warnings did not tell the user not to leave the heater on while sleeping and did not tell the user that the auto safety switch would not always work. We uncovered that Sunbeam knew the safety device might not work and that consumers had no idea.
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Some people ask us if we really make a difference. The answer is a resounding YES. Arash Homampour and Danielle Lincors recently helped a young brain-injured client on her challenging journey from a coma in intensive care to ultimately attending college. While she has still has serious injuries that require constant supervision, we now live in a world where individuals with disabilities are more able to live a full life (especially when they have the resources to do so.) The currency of justice, the $32 million we recovered in her premise and product liability case, will ensure that her today and tomorrow are filled with all the care she needs and opportunity she wants.
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In 2010, Arash Homampour settled a product liability action for $11 million against a Defendant in a very difficult liability case.
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In 2010, Arash Homampour settled a product liability action for a 72 year old Plaintiff for $5.5 million where there was significant evidence of both Plaintiff and employer negligence.
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In 2013, Arash successfully tried another case in Federal Court. This was product liability lawsuit where a father and son were using an extension ladder when the father fell while climbing down the ladder. The father suffered a very serious brain injury and later died. Arash took on this difficult case where the ladder manufacturers win virtually all of time and across the country. In fact, the ladder manufacturer refused to settle the case stating that it had a corporate policy of never settling.
Well, Arash uncovered some other interesting corporate policies. He proved that the ladder manufacturers have known for years that these ladders can get into what is called a false locked position where a user will mistakenly think the ladder is locked but it really is not. The ladder manufacturers had a safety device and better warnings to address this defect but chose not to use them on his clients’ ladder. The case went to trial in Federal Court and, despite the enormous obstacles faced in the case and a federal trial, a jury unanimously found that the ladder was defective, that the manufacturer was negligent and ordered it to pay $3 million in damages to our clients.
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In 2008, Arash Homampour obtained a $3 million settlement for a Plaintiff in a product liability case where an explosion from a dust collector caused him serious burns. OSHA investigated and cited Plaintiff’s employer for the incident finding the Plaintiff improperly handled combustible materials with a vacuum and the employer failed to properly handle the materials. Plaintiff denied he used the vacuum, but the circumstantial evidence against him was strong. The vacuum’s manual clearly warned the user to not use the vacuum with combustible materials. Many attorneys declined the case because no one could figure out how to prove Plaintiff did not use a vacuum and because of the overwhelming evidence of employer negligence.
Arash Homampour pursued a Defendant manufacturer of a machine that was not the vacuum. By retaining the top experts across the country, aggressive discovery and lots of fun explosions, Arash was able to convince the Defendant that their product was defective and caused Plaintiff’s injuries. Whether or not the machine caused the initial explosion, the way it was designed vented the explosion and fire at Plaintiff.
This result was especially gratifying because Plaintiff was a manual laborer who could no longer work because of his serious, disfiguring burns to his body. He was a husband and father who had sunk into a serious depression. With the settlement funds, he was able to restore some dignity knowing he could provide for his family.
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Our Los Angeles product liability lawyers have a strong reputation for aggressively fighting for the rights of our clients. From day one, we will work towards our goal of helping you obtain justice and a fair and full financial recovery. Additionally, we are dedicated to making products safer for all consumers, take pride in successful cases that allow us the opportunity to do so.
To talk to one of our Los Angeles product liability lawyers, call 323-658-8077 or toll free 877-827-2748. Or, if you prefer, send us an email by clicking on the red button below.
Initial consultations are free and our multilingual staff speaks Spanish, Farsi and Armenian.
We also can handle complex cases via attorney referral.
“I had the pleasure of working with Homampour Law Firm, and I can confidently say they are a standout in the realm of litigation. From the moment I reached out, their team demonstrated a deep understanding of the law and a genuine commitment to delivering justice. The attorneys at Homampour Law Firm are not just knowledgeable; they are passionate advocates for their clients.
What impressed me most was their thorough approach and constant communication. They make an effort to support and inform referring attorneys throughout the case, and their dedication truly made a difference. They know what they are doing and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcomes.
If you are looking for a litigation law firm that will fight for you and ensure your rights are protected, I highly recommend Homampour Law Firm. They deliver results and exemplify what it means to be a trusted legal partner. Thank you for all your hard work!”
“Arash Homampour is one of, if not the best trial attorneys in California. I not only endorse this attorney, I send him cases and he always takes excellent care of the client and exceeds expectations.”
“Ask ANYBODY who knows anything about who the best personal injury trial lawyers are in California and Arash will be on EVERYONE’S top 10 list. He is everything you want your attorney to be: passionate, compassionate, personable, charismatic, honest, articulate, smart as hell, technologically savvy, and most importantly, he cares and truly feels your pain. If you have a catastrophic injury claim, and want the best result possible, hire Arash. The insurance company involved or the corporate defendant who has caused you harm will hate you for it.”
“The level of communication from your office to our office is nothing short of amazing; your copying us on virtually every relevant document, whether it be pleadings or letters between counsel, we are always kept on top of our cases in the Homampour office. Couple that with your policy of assuring that every staff member (including the guy whose name is on the door), returns our calls promptly and it is no wonder that our guys enthusiastically agree that referring a case to the Homampour group is a home run every time!”
“Arash Homampour and The Homampour Law Firm are simply the best. As a pioneer in the industry who consistently obtains record setting results, Arash’s passion for standing up for his clients is an example for the entire legal community. Arash and his firm routinely take on the most challenging, complex and high stakes cases. You simply cannot do better.”