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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

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California 'Clean Cars' waiver up in the air, as Trump asks SCOTUS to put challenge on hold

By Jonathan Bilyk |
The Justice Department asked the U.S. Supreme Court to pause the challenge launched by oil companies to the EPA's grant of a waiver that would allow California to move ahead with its 'Clean Cars' zero emissions rules. Energy companies say the waiver would allow California to unilaterally put them out of business nationwide

Former Employee Alleges Systematic Wage Violations Against Technology Company

By Northern California Record |
Luis H. Oliva Paiz has launched a class action lawsuit against his former employer VoxelMaps Inc., accusing them of multiple labor law violations including unpaid wages and inadequate break times across California locations.

Former Employee Alleges CSC Leasing Co.'s Failure to Pay Wages Owed

By Northern California Record |
Kelly Cook has taken legal action against her former employer CSC Leasing Co., alleging they failed to compensate her with over $50,000 in earned commissions among other claims under California labor laws.

Business Partner Accused of Intellectual Property Theft Amidst Corporate Dispute

By Northern California Record |
In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Silicon Valley's tech scene, Vimal Kohli sues his business partner Vishal Saxena for alleged intellectual property theft among other serious charges related to their joint venture Hotel Checkins Inc. Filed...

Minor Alleges Negligence Against Healthcare Providers Over Delayed Diagnosis

By Northern California Record |
Maximilian Watson's guardian has filed a lawsuit against healthcare providers alleging negligence in diagnosing and treating his medical condition leading to prolonged suffering and unnecessary treatments.

Plaintiff alleges major retail corporation of racial discrimination

By Northern California Record |
Maria Julia Perez has taken legal action against Walgreen Co., accusing them of racial discrimination among other charges following her dismissal in October 2023.

Former Employee Alleges On Lok Violated Multiple Labor Laws

By Northern California Record |
Andrea Cooks has taken legal action against her former employer On Lok Community Housing Inc., citing numerous labor law violations in California courts on January 14th, 2025.

Plaintiff Alleges Café Operator Violated Disability Access Laws

By Northern California Record |
Scott Johnson has taken legal action against Kronos, LLC alleging violations of disability access laws at Café Dio in Los Gatos.

Troutman Pepper Locke Celebrates Alison Grounds’ Win and Firm’s Recognition From Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law

By The Northern California Record |
Troutman Pepper Locke has been named a finalist for two Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards in the following categories: Innovations in Diversity and Inclusion and E-Discovery Technology and Innovation.

Plaintiffs Accuse Tech Giant Google LLC of Privacy Violations During Private Browsing

By Northern California Record |
In a recent court filing in Santa Clara County's Superior Court, Nicole Shuravloff along with other plaintiffs have accused Google LLC of secretly collecting personal data during Incognito mode sessions on Chrome browsers without user consent.

Former Employee Ana Alvarez Alleges Wage Violations Against Restaurant Franchise Operators

By Northern California Record |
Ana Alvarez has filed a class-action lawsuit against Angel City Bell LLC and its affiliates for alleged labor law violations at Taco Bell franchises operated by Diversified Restaurant Group across multiple states.

CA Dems seek new law to let oil companies get sued for 'climate driven' fires, disasters

By Jonathan Bilyk |
Oil and gas industry and other critics say the legislation represents an attempt to use the Palisades and Eaton fire disasters to fuel a money grab and bankrupting of oil and gas companies in California and to distract from state and local government policy failures that likely made the fires worse

2025 California Breakfast Briefing Series - San Francisco on January 29, 2025

By The Northern California Record |
A series of new employment law bills has been signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom and will take effect next year.

Plaintiffs Allege Landlord's Negligence Led to Uninhabitable Conditions

By Northern California Record |
Three tenants in San Francisco are suing their landlord for alleged negligence resulting in uninhabitable living conditions at their residence on Desmond Street.

Lawsuit continues accusing Newsom, top CA Guard general of 'railroading' Jewish general, wildfire specialist out of Guard

By Jonathan Bilyk |
The lawsuit from retired Brigadier General Magram claims Gov. Newsom signed off on Magram's removal, even though Newsom had been notified repeatedly that the state's current top Guardsman was retaliating against Magram for reporting his commander's alleged antisemitism. Lawsuit gained notoriety as state struggles to fight historic wildfires

Former Paralegal Sues Law Firm Duane Morris LLP for Disability Discrimination

By Northern California Record |
Adela Hernandez has taken legal action against Duane Morris LLP in response to alleged disability discrimination during her tenure as a paralegal at the firm.

San Francisco Accused by Injured Resident Over Negligent Public Property Maintenance

By Northern California Record |
David Tyrone Love has filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco following an injury from falling into an unsecured manhole at Natoma Street intersection in March last year.

Attorney General Bonta and Secretary of State Weber Confirm that Three Defeated Orosi Public Utilities Board Directors Will Leave Their Seats, Allowing New Duly Elected Members to Assume Office

By The Northern California Record |
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. today confirmed that Reynaldo Rivas, Maria C. Gonzalez, and Johnny Sandoval — three former members of the Orosi Public Utilities District (OPUD) Board of Directors — have resigned from their respective positions.

Plaintiffs Allege Negligence by UCSF Medical Center Led to Wrongful Death

By Northern California Record |
Brenda Penney files a lawsuit against UCSF Medical Center alleging negligence led to her husband's wrongful death after a preventable fall during his hospital stay.

Former Office Manager Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Former Employer Zacks & Freedman

By Northern California Record |
Sandra Porter has filed a lawsuit against Zacks & Freedman alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination.