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California NFIB director: State's poor ranking on Lawsuit Climate Survey 'comes as no surprise'
SACRAMENTO – According to the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform’s 2019 Lawsuit Climate Survey, California is ranked 48th, and tthe legal environment may become more perilous for businesses as more progressive legislation continues to be introduced, an industry leader says.
NFIB attorney says he's 'cautiously optimistic' about Supreme Court's PAGA ruling
SACRAMENTO – Luke Wake, attorney with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Legal Center commented on the state Supreme Court's recent ruling involving the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) that workers cannot seek the recovery of wages that they claim were unpaid in civil lawsuits, and the underlying issue of the labor code in California.
CMTA president says Supreme Court PAGA ruling a good start, but 'still so much work to be done' for reform
SACRAMENTO – The California Manufacturing and Technology Association commented on the state Supreme Court’s Sept. 12 decision that workers cannot seek the recovery of wages that they claim were unpaid in civil lawsuits, seeing it as a positive step for the state.
Gig economy expert on AB 5: Bill 'will enhance the condition of drivers who work for these companies'
STANFORD – While business interests have denounced the recent passage of Assembly Bill 5, a measure that would seek to bring changes to the ability of businesses to designate workers as independent contractors, William Gould, a Stanford law professor and expert on the gig economy, believes that this change will bring more good than harm to the state of California and workers there.
Assembly votes to make civil damages awards system more fair, end discrimination of minority groups
SACRAMENTO – On July 1, Senate Bill 41 was approved by the California State Assembly, promising to rid the civil damages awards system of discrimination.
$42.5 million verdict leveled against Eskaton facility over resident's 2012 death
SACRAMENTO – A well-known assisted living facility in Orangevale was hit with a $42.5 million verdict on April 25 for the family of a woman who died in the Eskaton facility.
Evans Law Firm founder says students taking right course in suing in wake of college bribing scandal
Amid the recently discovered college bribing scandal in which wealthy parents paid top universities to accept their children, another legal battle is arising in which students who were not accepted to these universities claim they were personally wronged.
Conservation groups allege U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service failed to protect rare salamander, intend to file suit
OAKLAND – A group of conservation institutions filed an intent to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on April 22, alleging that the federal agency has neglected its responsibility to respond to a petition meant to protect a rare salamander.
Law professor: 'Training employees' may help reduce Sacramento's risk of lawsuit settlements
SACRAMENTO – The city of Sacramento has settled a claim involving a wrongfully terminated employee for $860,000.
Class action involving 'Varsity Blues' not likely to get certified, legal expert says
SAN FRANCISCO – The recent discovery of bribing scandals involving wealthy parents and prestigious educational institutions has had a new development as students have filed a lawsuit against the institutions over allegations that the admissions process was unfair.
Attorney on college bribing scandal and lawsuit: 'This is a wake-up call'
SAN FRANCISCO – A group of students who claim they weren't given a fair chance in getting admitted to their colleges of choice blame the well-publicized bribery scandal in a lawsuit filed in federal court on March 13.
Reason Foundation analyst says can mitigate damages by changing infrastructure
LOS ANGELES – California law has long held utilities companies responsible for fires found to be caused by their utilities, even in instances when the companies themselves have not been negligent. According to an opinion piece recently published in the Los Angeles Times, this system has created a difficult climate for utilities and is generating interest in liability reform from experts.
Attorney on Seinfeld alleged counterfeit Porsche case: 'Protection for consumers is a question of cost and benefit'
SAN DIEGO – According to USA Today, comedian Jerry Seinfeld was recently sued by a company over claims that the 1958 Porsche it purchased at an auction from his collection was a counterfeit; in response, Seinfeld filed a counterclaim on Feb. 25, stating that European Collectibles of Costa Mesa sold him the vehicle first and sold it to him as an authentic Porsche.
Ogletree law firm 'systematically overlooks' its female attorneys, lawyer for plaintiff in sex bias suit says
A former equity shareholder of Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart P.C. recently filed a lawsuit claiming the firm discriminated against her in violation of California’s Equal Pay Act.
As Supreme Court bans foie gras, restaurant association says change will impact California restaurant industry
The Supreme Court has allowed California to ban foie gras after six years of the state waiting to enforce a ruling that was initially made 15 years ago.
Target agrees to $7.4 million settlement over allegations of improper hazardous waste disposal
Target has agreed to pay a settlement after it was alleged to have disposed of hazardous waste in an improper manner.
Attorney says $500,000 settlement for client is 'fair' after being shot four times by police officer
Following a shooting incident, the San Jose City Council approved a $500,000 settlement on Dec. 11 for a man who was shot by police officers after he allegedly tried to take a gun from law enforcement.
California field trip destination owner files lawsuit after inappropriate social media posts result in cancellation of clientele
A once-popular field trip destination in California is now the topic of a lawsuit with local schools, after the owner of the destination made numerous politically incorrect posts to social media.
More lawsuits filed against PG&E over Camp Fire damages
PARADISE – As of Dec. 17, 47 additional families have filed lawsuits against Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) over allegations damages existed that the company failed to remedy and that these damages ultimately led to Camp Fire.
Pacific Coast fishermen demand reparations from fossil fuel companies for damages to crabbers
The Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Associations (PCFFA) filed a lawsuit alleging that fossil fuel companies' operations have caused damages over four years to fisheries, crabbers, business and those who work in the related industries.