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Shook Welcomes Fall Associates Class of 2024
Shook announces the addition of 21 recent law school graduates and associate laterals who form the firm’s 2024 Class of Fall Associates.
Former Employees Allege Severe Labor Violations Against Milpitas Buffet Restaurants
Two former waitstaff have filed a lawsuit against CA Milpitas Buffet Inc., SJ Milpitas Buffet Inc., alleging multiple labor law violations including unpaid wages and failure to provide meal breaks or rest periods. Filed in Santa Clara Superior Court on September 5th by Haifeng Li and Dayong Wang, the suit seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs.
Restaurant Chain Accused Of Wage Theft And Sexual Harassment By Employee
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against a prominent restaurant chain alleging multiple labor law violations including wage theft and sexual harassment by her manager. The case sheds light on systemic issues within the company’s operations affecting numerous employees across various locations in California.
Pedestrian Alleges Negligence Against Driver Following Parking Lot Collision
A pedestrian named Alexandra Kim Becerra has filed a lawsuit against driver Veronica Alba Salvador following a collision in a Lowes parking lot in Gilroy. The plaintiff alleges negligence on part of Salvador led to severe physical and mental injuries.
Construction Worker Sues General Contractors Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Jaime Vargas Jr., a construction worker severely injured after falling from an unsafe platform at a Carmel construction site in April 2018, has filed a lawsuit against unnamed general contractors for negligence and breach of duty regarding workplace safety regulations.
Santa Clara Resident Sues Stanford Health Care for Medical Malpractice
Yolanda Martinez has filed a lawsuit against Stanford Health Care and two doctors alleging medical malpractice following a surgery that left her with severe hand injuries due to improper post-operative care. The case seeks damages amounting to no less than $250,000 per cause of action.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence by City Over Dangerous Condition at Municipal Golf Course
A lawsuit has been filed against the City and County of San Francisco after Jose Fuentes Rodriguez suffered severe injuries due to an unseen tripwire at Lincoln Park Municipal Golf Course. The plaintiff claims negligence on part of city employees in maintaining safe conditions at public properties.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against Prominent Medical Center After Severe Injuries
Sueann Schumann has filed a lawsuit against Dignity Health's St. Mary's Medical Center alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries while under their care in May 2023. The complaint details multiple failures by the medical center's staff and seeks various forms of relief including damages for medical expenses and emotional distress.
Patient Sues San Francisco Eye Clinic for Alleged Medical Negligence
Paul Cummins has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Kevin Denny and Denny Eye & Laser Center alleging medical negligence following a cataract surgery that resulted in permanent vision impairment. The case was filed on September 4, 2024, in the Superior Court of California.
San Francisco Resident Sues Neighbors Over Severe Water Damage
Natalie Fawzi has filed a lawsuit against her neighbors Prabhnit Singh and Harsheen Kaur along with their condominium association over extensive water damage allegedly caused by negligent renovations. The case highlights ongoing issues with leaks leading to mold contamination in Fawzi's unit at a San Francisco condo complex.
Investor Sues Business Partners Over Alleged $1.2 Million Fraud Scheme
A San Francisco investor has filed a lawsuit against multiple business partners alleging they defrauded her out of over $1.2 million through false promises related to CBD investments. The plaintiff seeks restitution along with damages for fraud and negligent misrepresentation.
Judge says 49ers can't spike suit accusing them of refusing to help elderly wheelchair user find a seat
A family filed a lawsuit accusing the San Francisco 49ers and others associated with operating Levi's Stadium of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act because they wouldn't help an elderly wheelchair without a ticket for the wheelchair area find another seat at which to watch a game last December
San Francisco Resident Sues Shutterfly Over Negligent Hiring After Car Accident
Jose Pedro Soto Vergara has filed a lawsuit against Shutterfly LLC and others alleging negligence after an accident left him severely injured. The case centers around allegations of negligent hiring practices involving an unfit driver operating a company vehicle.
Volkswagen Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Breach Of Warranty And Negligent Repairs
Erik W. Newton has filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen Group of America and Anderson Enterprises alleging breaches under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act related to his defective Volkswagen Atlas Cross S purchased in November 2020. The plaintiff seeks various forms of relief including damages and rescission of contract.
Mazda Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Defective Seat Heaters
Kristine Dyvad has filed a class action lawsuit against Mazda Motor of America in San Francisco Superior Court alleging that defective seat heaters in her vehicle caused serious burns. The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages among other forms of relief.
For Second Time, State Bar Seizes Unlawful El Monte Immigration Practice of Elena Orizabal
The State Bar of California seized the unauthorized El Monte-based immigration practice of Elena Orizabal, who has a history of offering immigration and other legal services that she has no license to provide, the Office of Chief Trial Counsel announced.
Appeals court: Lawsuit vs San Jose over constitutionality of cardroom fees can continue
City still has a chance to prove all its charges related to regulation of small business sector
The PFAS Paradox on September 14, 2024
Environmental attorney Letitia Moore will be speaking on a panel at the California Lawyers Association 2024 Environmental Law Conference, addressing the complex and challenging topic of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).
Lawsuit: Big Healdsburg 'inclusionary housing' fees trample rights, boosts housing costs
A Healdsburg family is suing their city government saying they were charged an unconstitutionally excessive $20K "inclusionary housing" fee before they could subdivide their existing duplex lot and build a new home for their family, while renting out both halves of the duplex
Plaintiff accuses Pacific Gas & Electric Company (utility provider) for negligence leading to massive wildfires
Paul L.Beach has filed a lawsuit against Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) for their alleged negligence leading to the catastrophic Dixie and Fly Fires in California.The suit seeks compensation for extensive property damage and emotional distress while highlighting PG&E's history of safety lapses.