Can I Sue Someone for Herpes Transmission in California?

Were you infected with herpes from a partner that did not tell you that they had the disease? Herpes transmission can be grounds for a lawsuit in California, but it’s important to have an experienced attorney who can guide you through the legal process.

Our attorneys have decades of experience in STD transmission cases between private individuals, as well as lawsuits against corporate giants, like those in the adult entertainment industry. We understand that money cannot make up for the emotional distress you are going through, not to mention the physical complications that are associated with an STD. However, compensation from a lawsuit can pay for doctor’s visits and mental health counseling, while providing you with a sense of justice.

At the end of the day, there’s no denying that living with an STD has many consequences on a physical and emotional level. Whether you were willfully exposed or contracted herpes due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek justice through the civil courts. The STD lawyers of Normandie are ready to advise you of your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact our law firm and schedule a free case review with a member of our legal team.

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Can I Sue Someone for Giving me an STD?

Yes, you can sue someone for herpes transmission in California if they failed to inform you of their status prior to engaging in intimate contact. If the person didn’t inform you with the intent of exposing you to an STD, that is a crime under California law and subject to criminal charges. However, even if there was no intent, not taking reasonable precautions constitutes negligence, which is the basis for a personal injury lawsuit.

It’s possible that other individuals or entities may be liable for infecting you with herpes. For example, an adult entertainment company or film studio may be sued for not enforcing safe sex practices that would have prevented the transmission of an STD. This is quite different than a case for herpes transmission from a partner, but the results are the same – your life has been altered in a devastating manner due to negligent or willfully deceptive conduct.

Please know that we are with your every step of the way, with the compassion and dedication you deserve as an injury victim. Just give us a call if you have any questions or concerns about the process of filing a lawsuit for being exposed to an STD.

Average Case Value of an STD Transmission Lawsuit

Settlement values for an STD transmission lawsuit are usually in the range of $250,000 to $1,300,000. There are many different factors we look at in order to come up with a compensation amount for each of our clients. Current and future medical expenses are a critical factor, along with emotional harm due to the realization of having to live with an STD for the rest of your life.

Case values may exceed $3,000,000 if there are extenuating circumstances, like gross negligence by the defendant. For example, you may have contracted herpes due to negligence by a business owner. This is very common in the adult entertainment industry, which is required to take certain precautions to protect their workers from STDs. Or, you may have contracted herpes when you were sexually assaulted by someone at a hotel, hospital, or some other commercial property because of a company’s failure to exercise reasonable care.

As you can see, cases values are unique to each and every victim, so you should contact an STD infection lawsuit attorney for information on how much you can receive in compensation.

How Long Do I have to File a Lawsuit?

Those who have sustained bodily harm and emotional distress due to someone else’s negligence have 2 years to file a lawsuit. The statute of limitations for a lawsuit usually begins on the date of an accident or incident resulting in physical damage. But this is a lot harder to determine with cases of herpes transmission. Fortunately, the laws in California have a discovery clause, where you can file a lawsuit within 2 years from the date of discovering an injury – for example, the date of receiving a diagnosis for herpes or any other sexually transmitted disease.

To ensure that your lawsuit is filed on time, call us as soon as possible and speak to a lawyer with experience in STD lawsuits.

How Long Does it Take to Settle a Case for Transmitting an STD?

Settling an STD transmission lawsuit can take a few months to 1 or more years. In some cases, the process of reaching a settlement can take 2 or more years. There are many factors that play a role in how long it takes to settle a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, some of these issues are beyond our control, and it can take much longer than expected to negotiate an adequate settlement based on the harm you’ve suffered. It’s unlikely that your case will go to trial, as court hearings are necessary in less than 5% of all STD infection lawsuits. If that were to happen, it can take 3 or more years to settle a claim against an individual that exposed you to a sexually transmitted disease.

Legal Advice from a Herpes Transmission Lawsuit Attorney

Please be assured that we are sensitive to the pain and trauma you are currently experiencing. Our job is to educate you on the available legal options and help you choose the best way to move forward. That may include filing a lawsuit for transmission of an STD and seeking monetary damages from the negligent party.

We are a contingency-based law firm, so all legal fees are recovered at the end of your case, and only if we bring you compensation from a successful lawsuit. If we don’t win your case, we have a Zero Fee Guarantee to ensure that you owe $0 towards the cost of legal fees.

Contact us right to schedule a free case evaluation if you contracted herpes because of a partner’s failure to inform you that they have an STD. We also provide free second opinions on active lawsuits, so don’t hesitate to call, no matter where you are in the legal process.