California Third District Court Of Appeal
Recent News About California Third District Court Of Appeal
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Gay father can use oral agreement to block parental rights claim from surrogate mom
A state appeals court has ruled an oral agreement between a gay man and his female neighbor is enough to block the woman's attempt to claim to be legally recognized as the mother of the child she birthed with the man via artificial insemination using her own eggs -
Growers can't avoid taxes by plowing proceeds from losses on one farm into a different kind of farm
State appeals panel say payout for crop damage only is legally distinct from purchase of trees and acreage -
Appeals court: CalPERS OK to take pension action vs. retired worker still working for cities
Regional Government Services, a company that specializes in connecting retired government workers and other contractors to work for cities and other local governments, plans to seek state Supreme Court intervention, noting the appellate decision holds "enormous public policy ramifications" for taxpayers and workers -
CA appeal court: Personal injury plaintiffs can't claim all hospital expenses, just because they visited ER once
The decision, which directed a Sacramento court to recalculate $3.3M in medical expenses and interest awarded to a car crash plaintiff, found the court had misapplied California's Hospital Lien Act. The court said the law allows plaintiffs to only seek expenses racked up from arrival at the ER to discharge, not into "perpetuity" -
Plaintiff Alleges City Negligence Over Icy Parking Lot Fall
Lorenza Maksimow sued South Lake Tahoe after slipping on ice in a city parking lot but lost as courts found insufficient evidence against city officials regarding their knowledge or response to icy conditions -
Landowner Appeals Over Boundary Dispute: Court Sides with Neighbor
A rural Butte County landowner loses an appeal over a boundary dispute with their neighbor after relying on historical deeds instead of traditional surveying methods for resolution. -
Seventh-day Adventist Accuses California Department of Corrections of Religious Discrimination
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has been found liable for failing to accommodate Teresa Brown’s religious practices as a Seventh-day Adventist. Filed on September 23, 2024, this case highlights critical issues regarding workplace accommodations for religious observances within state institutions. -
CA lawmakers exempt Capitol Annex project from state enviro review law, can't be sued
A state appeals court said California lawmakers didn't violate the state constitution by specifically and immediately exempting the $1.2B Capitol Annex project from the state's controversial California Environmental Quality Act, in an apparent move to thwart legal challenges seeking to halt the project -
Plaintiff alleges former employer U.S.HealthWorks violated Fair Credit Reporting Act
Catrina R.Rodriguez has filed a class action lawsuit against her former employer U.S.HealthWorks Inc., claiming they obtained her consumer report without proper notice in violation of FCRA regulations.The case focuses on whether she had sufficient knowledge about this background check at time of employment application. -
Plaintiffs Sue Former Employer Over Alleged Labor Violations
Former employees Marylourdes Hormigas and Joe Castro have taken legal action against Apartment Management Consultants for multiple labor code violations including unpaid wages and overtime compensation. The case hinges on whether they retain standing to pursue broader claims on behalf of other employees after their individual grievances were sent to arbitration. -
Employees Sue Sodexo Over Disputed Arbitration Agreements
A recent legal battle has emerged as two employees accuse Sodexo of failing to secure proper consent for arbitration agreements during their onboarding process. Plaintiffs Chanel Gordon and Matthew Sanchez seek relief under labor laws as they challenge discrepancies in electronic signature records presented by their employer. -
Landlords Allege Tenant Created Invalid Lease Extension Agreement
Najib and Nadim Batshon are embroiled in a legal battle with their tenant Rangoon Ruby Investment over an unsigned lease addendum granting extended tenancy rights. Despite claims they never agreed to such terms or received necessary documentation initially, both lower courts have ruled against them citing lack of credibility and legal principles favoring incorporation by reference within contracts. -
Volkswagen Faces Legal Challenge Over Data Breach Settlement Approval
Amy Wynne has filed an appeal against Volkswagen Group's approved data breach settlement involving millions affected consumers' personal information exposure due to alleged security failures by Volkswagen and its affiliates Audi and Shift Digital. -
Plaintiff Alleges Major City Engaged in Discrimination & Retaliation Post-Reinstatement
Douglas S. Jones Jr., a former deputy sheriff fired from San Francisco Sheriff's Department alleges discriminatory treatment post-reinstatement due to race, gender & age bias along with retaliatory motives for contesting termination through arbitration. -
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Cardiologist Over Mother's Death
In a gripping medical malpractice case filed in Sacramento County's Superior Court on August 26, siblings Daniel McCurry and Carie Powell accuse cardiologist Dr Inder Singh of negligence leading to their mother's death after refusing her transfer for urgent treatment -
Smith Family Sues Trustee Over Disputed Trust Amendment
Kathleen and Bruce Smith have taken legal action against Emma Myers over a disputed amendment to Ernest Myers' trust involving valuable agricultural property interests. -
Chiropractor Accused of Professional Negligence Resulting in Severe Injuries
Elvira Garcia Gamboa alleges severe injuries due to negligent chiropractic treatment by Dr. Anupam Arman but faces legal setbacks as courts rule in favor of the chiropractor. -
Plaintiffs Allege Defamation Against Publishing Entity After Jury Verdict
In an intricate legal dispute involving defamation claims and procedural deadlines for post-trial motions, the Court Appeal State California recently upheld dismissal plaintiff’s motion new trial. Read how defendant’s move out state played crucial role final ruling. -
University Sued Over Alleged Fraudulent Alteration Of Medical Records
In a protracted legal battle spanning several years, Adam L. Neal accused The Regents of the University of California over alleged fraudulent alteration or withholding of medical records related to an involuntary psychiatric hold placed on him in November 2016 at UC Davis Medical Center. -
Passenger Challenges Warrantless Vehicle Search Leading To Firearm Discovery
Davonyae Sellers has filed an appeal against Sacramento County police's warrantless search during a minor traffic stop which led to discovering loose marijuana and an unregistered firearm under his seat. His defense argues lack probable cause citing legal nuances post-Proposition-64 cannabis regulations amidst ongoing judicial reviews determining constitutionality surrounding civil liberties within modern contraband enforcement contexts statewide today