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Plaintiffs Accuse State Employer Over Unpaid Pre-and Post-Shift Activities
Employees providing dental care in Californian prisons sue for unpaid work time related to mandatory security procedures. The appeal challenges an initial ruling dismissing wage claims under federal law while highlighting unresolved factual disputes about job duties. -
Plaintiff Alleges Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Exceeded Jurisdiction Over Permanent Disability Award
A recent court filing reveals Joseph Mayor's fight against delays in his workers' compensation claim involving Ross Valley Sanitation District and highlights legislative changes aimed at addressing systemic inefficiencies in California's labor laws. -
Family Trust Provision Sparks Legal Battle Among Siblings Over 'Hostile Acts'
A unique provision meant to maintain peace among siblings has led to a fierce legal battle over its interpretation within a family trust worth millions. Read how Mary C. Garaventa's attempt at fostering harmony turned into ongoing litigation among her heirs. -
Lawsuits: New CA tax law unconstitutional try to grab money from taxpayers for income earned in the past
Two lawsuits are challenging the passage of SB167, a new law that Dems say is a "clarification" of existing law, but that taxpayers say would give the state sweeping powers to force taxpayers to pay billions of dollars in taxes for income they earned decades in the past -
Former Romantic Partner Sues Over Property Ownership Dispute
Mark E. King has successfully sued Corinne Lalanne over a disputed property ownership claim resulting from their past relationship. The court ruled in favor of partitioning their jointly owned real estate equally despite conflicting testimonies about their original agreement. -
Plaintiff contractor accuses state transportation department over bidding dispute
St. Francis Electric has filed a complaint against Caltrans over alleged mishandling of a competitive bidding process for a public works project involving fiber optic installations on State Routes 51 and 99. Despite objections citing Public Contract Code section 5105 prohibiting rebidding after withdrawal due to mistakes, courts upheld Caltrans' decision allowing Alfaro Communication Construction to participate in subsequent bids following project modifications. -
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against General Contractor Over Workplace Injury
Eugene Bowen has filed a lawsuit against Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company Inc., alleging negligence after falling from a ladder while working at San Francisco International Airport in February 2017. -
Plaintiffs Allege Fraud Against Child Protective Services Over Erroneous Records
In a high-stakes legal battle involving allegations against child protective services employees for maintaining erroneous records linking them with abusers, plaintiffs Zuri K. Colbert and Nafisah Timmons seek $500K in damages while challenging government immunity defenses. -
Troutman Pepper Files Amicus Brief with U.S. Supreme Court on Behalf of the Washington Legal Foundation
Troutman Pepper served as pro bono counsel to the Washington Legal Foundation (WLF) in an amicus brief filed in the United States Supreme Court in the case of Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon, Inc., and Ethicon US, LLC, v. State of California, No. 22-447. -
AB 5 restrictions imminent for trucking sector; industry leaders, lawmakers urge action to blunt inflation, supply chain
The state of California is expected to reinstate enforcement of AB5 on independent truck drivers after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to grant certiorari in California Trucking Association v. Bonta, raising concerns about impacts on the supply chain and rising costs here and nationwide. -
May 2: Contra Costa Superior Court docket for "complaint" cases
The following cases categorized as "complaint" were on the docket in the Contra Costa Superior Court on May 2. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: -
Contra Costa Superior Court: Actions Taken on May 2
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity on May 2 in the suits below: -
Lawsuit alleging fraudulent ADA claims set for late summer court date
As court proceedings continue in the lawsuit People of the State of California v. Potter Handy LLP et al. – alleging fraudulent filing of Americans with Disabilities [ADA] suits – a federal judge has subsequently ordered Potter Handy plaintiffs to show standing in separate ADA cases. -
Court activity on May 2: Daniel Nall vs State of California
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Daniel Nall against State of California on May 2: 'Jury Trial - Long Cause/5-7 Day(s)'. -
April 20: Contra Costa Superior Court docket for "complaint" cases
The following cases categorized as "complaint" were on the docket in the Contra Costa Superior Court on April 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: -
Contra Costa Superior Court: Actions Taken on April 20
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity on April 20 in the suits below: -
Court activity on April 20: Daniel Nall vs State of California
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Daniel Nall against State of California on April 20: 'Issue Conference'. -
April 7: Contra Costa Superior Court docket for "complaint" cases
The following cases categorized as "complaint" were on the docket in the Contra Costa Superior Court on April 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: -
Contra Costa Superior Court: Actions Taken on April 7
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity on April 7 in the suits below: -
Court activity on April 7: Daniel Nall vs State of California
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Daniel Nall against State of California on April 7: 'Issue Conference'.