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Grand Canyon University wins appeal over feds' efforts to block return to nonprofit status
One of the country's largest Christian colleges and universities has said it has been the target of a "coordinated" campaign by federal agencies, particularly under President Biden. Federal appeals court judges said the Education Department overreached its authority under the law in denying GCU's application for nonprofit status
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against City and County Over Dangerous Sidewalk Conditions
Kim McLaughlin and Gary Spicer have filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco following an injury-causing trip over a poorly maintained sidewalk.
Plaintiff alleges Mercedes-Benz USA failed warranty obligations under Song-Beverly Act
Eugene De La Pena has filed a lawsuit against Mercedes-Benz USA for failing to fulfill warranty obligations on his leased vehicle plagued with electrical issues.
Amica Mutual Insurance Company accuses contractor Oakley Design Build Restoration of negligence leading to property damage
Amica Mutual Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against contractor Oakley Design Build Restoration over alleged negligence resulting in significant water damage at a San Francisco property they insured.
Attorney General Bonta: Felons Should Not Own Guns
California Attorney General Bonta , as part of a coalition of 22 attorneys general, filed a brief with an en banc panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in support of the U.S. government’s defense of a federal law, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1), which prohibits felons from possessing firearms.
Littler Receives National Tier 1 Rankings in the 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms®” List
For the 15th consecutive year Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has achieved “National Tier 1” rankings for the following practice areas in the 15th edition of Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers®.
Plaintiffs Allege Major Automaker's Negligence Led to Catastrophic Injuries
In a significant lawsuit filed in San Francisco's Superior Court, Johnny He and Hui Juan Huang accuse General Motors LLC of negligence after an accident left Johnny paralyzed.
Plaintiff alleges Tesla Motors violated consumer protection laws over defective vehicle
A San Francisco resident has filed a lawsuit against Tesla Motors alleging breach of warranty related to a defective Model Y Long Range purchased in December 2022.
Elderly San Francisco Resident Alleges Fraud Against Local Seller Over Jadeite Bracelets
Run Ping Luo has filed a lawsuit against Yiguang Tang in San Francisco Superior Court over alleged fraudulent sale of jadeite bracelets valued at $430,000 but found to be worth much less.
Attorney Accused of Legal Malpractice by Former Client Over Business Formation Dispute
A former client has accused her attorney of legal malpractice related to the formation and operation of a real estate business.
Plaintiffs allege racial profiling by security firm Securitas after shopping center incident
A lawsuit has been filed against Securitas Security Services USA following an alleged racial profiling incident involving their employee at a San Francisco shopping center.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Corporation Violated Labor Laws
A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Henkel US Operations Corporation in Santa Clara County alleging labor law violations including unpaid wages and lack of proper breaks.
Troutman Pepper Earns Top National Rankings in 2025 ‘Best Law Firms’
Troutman Pepper ranked 43 national practices and 192 metropolitan practice areas in the 15th edition of Best Law Firms®.
San Francisco Entities Accused of Negligence After Electric Scooter Accident
A lawsuit has been filed against local government entities and a corporation after an electric scooter accident left Reimundo Tun Puc injured due to alleged negligence during a powerline project in San Francisco.
Price becomes latest 'progressive prosecutor' tossed from office amid anti-crime outcry
Voters appeared to deliver big wins to the efforts to recall both Alameda County D.A. Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, following on successful efforts elsewhere to oust other progressive leaders whose policies have been blamed for spike in crime
Plaintiff alleges local restaurant violated ADA standards
Scott Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Guandong Zhang for alleged violations of ADA standards at Ume Chinese Food in San Jose.
Plaintiffs sue Insurance Agents for Professional Negligence Following Home Destruction
John and Antionette Yoka have filed a lawsuit against their former insurance agents for alleged professional negligence after losing coverage following a devastating fire at their home in Livermore, California.
Former Employee Alleges Violations Against Event Rental Company Under PAGA
A former employee has taken legal action against Arena Stuart Rentals Inc., alleging multiple labor code violations including improper meal breaks and failure to reimburse expenses.
Plaintiff Alleges Restaurant Chain's Website Violates Disability Access Laws
Jesus Torres has filed a lawsuit against Tostadas Inc., claiming their website is inaccessible to visually-impaired users like himself due to various barriers preventing equal access under ADA and UCRA laws.
Plaintiff Alleges Nevada Corporation Violated California Labor Laws
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against JC Group International, Inc., accusing them of multiple labor law violations in California.