A partner who has knowledge (or should have knowledge) that they’re infected with a sexually transmitted disease is increasingly being held liable for transmitting the disease to an unwitting or unknowing partner. Diseases included would be herpes, aids, gonorrhea, crabs, genital warts and syphilis. Many states have passed laws which require a person to either refrain from sex or inform their partners prior to any sexual activity if they are HIV positive or have an STD.

A majority of states will allow a person who contracted an STD to bring a court action against the responsible party, but there is no nationwide rule about sexually transmitted diseases. Numerous states have criminal statutes that cover the specifics of negligent or intentional transmission of HIV, but only a few states have statutes specifically listing STDs themselves. A lawsuit brought about due to the contraction of herpes, Chlamydia, syphilis or gonorrhea is typically brought as a personal injury action. Damages are available in most states but these cases can get somewhat complicated.

If you have contracted a sexually transmitted disease and feel your partner knew or should have knew about their infection but failed to tell you, you should take a moment to contact the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus and ask to speak with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney at the firm. We can review your claim, determine if you have grounds to pursue an injury lawsuit, and then help you take action.

For more information about our services, please contact the office today at 888-203-7246 today.