Magistrate Judge Maria-Elena James
Recent News About Magistrate Judge Maria-Elena James
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Former Jefferson Starship guitarist's motion to strike counter-claims denied in suit over use of band's name
SAN FRANCISCO – U.S. District for the Northern District of California Magistrate Judge Maria-Elena James denied a motion filed by Craig Chaquico of Jefferson Starship to strike counter-claims from defendants in a lawsuit between the two parties regarding the use of the Jefferson Starship name. -
$5.6 million settlement approved in class action suit alleging unfair wages and working conditions
SAN FRANCISCO – U.S. Magistrate Judge Maria-Elena James of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California recently granted a motion for final approval and certification of a settlement in a class action regarding worker wages and hours. -
Motions for summary judgment denied in former Neiman Marcus employee's claim of ADA violations
SAN FRANCISCO – Magistrate Judge Maria-Elena James of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, denied motions for summary judgment made by the plaintiff and defendant in a complaint filed by former Neiman Marcus Group worker accusing the company of wrongful interference with his rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). -
Northern District judge reverses and remands denial of woman's disability benefit claim
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued a ruling to reverse the denial of a woman’s disability benefits claim.