The Northern California Record News
Duty to Mitigate Damages in Employment Discrimination and Termination Cases: Challenges at Trial on September 18, 2024
Edward Langhammer will present “Duty to Mitigate Damages in Employment Discrimination and Termination Cases: Challenges at Trial,” a webinar hosted by Strafford. Ed will discuss mitigating damages in employment cases, an often neglected area of employment law that can significantly impact jury verdicts.
Navigating New Pay Transparency Policies on September 18, 2024
Coast to coast, states (and even some cities) have begun to implement pay transparency policies.
Appeals panel: 2020 oil price deal brokered by Trump with Saudis, Russia off limits to court review
A federal appeals panel agreed with oil companies that it needed to shut down a lawsuit accusing energy companies of allegedly colluding to persuade former President Trump to strike an oil production deal with Russia and OPEC to boost the price of oil and gasoline in 2020
Former Employee Sues Taqueria Mexico Over Alleged Wage Theft and Labor Violations
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against Taqueria Mexico alleging multiple labor violations including unpaid wages and denial of meal breaks. Filed in the Superior Court of California on September 3rd by Fernanda Gomez-Ruiz, the suit seeks various forms of relief including back pay and statutory penalties.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Multiple Defendants Following Stadium Incident
Donell Miller has filed a lawsuit against several entities including DeBartolo Corporation and Forty Niners Stadium Management Company following an incident where he was injured by an intoxicated patron at Levi's Stadium. The suit alleges negligence on part of stadium personnel leading to significant physical and emotional trauma for Miller.
Former Manager Alleges Pregnancy Discrimination Against Santa Clara Restaurant
Maria Castaneda has filed a lawsuit against a Santa Clara restaurant alleging wrongful termination due to pregnancy discrimination among other claims. The case includes accusations such as gender discrimination and failure to provide reasonable accommodation for medical conditions.
Family Sues State Entities Over Dangerous Road Conditions Leading To Severe Car Accident
A California family has filed a lawsuit against state entities alleging negligence over dangerous road conditions leading to their severe car accident last year near I-5 southbound Gaffery Road area causing grave injuries all occupants vehicle demanding jury trial compensation physical emotional damages loss consortium
Patient Alleges Medical Malpractice Against Chiropractic Clinic Following Severe Injury
Nadira Chouicha has filed a lawsuit against River City Chiropractic and Dr. Placido Castrejon alleging medical malpractice that resulted in severe injury including a broken rib during treatment sessions last year.
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