News from January 2016
Fromm Family Foods subjected to class action lawsuit for allegedly mislabeling dog food as "Made in the U.S.A."
SAN FRANCISCO — A California resident has filed a class action lawsuit against a dog food producer for alleged deception involving not properly disclosing the country of origin of its dog food.
Uber sued after for allegedly not properly paying drivers during “Winter Warmup” promotion
SAN FRANCISCO — An Uber driver has filed a class action lawsuit claiming she was not paid for a winter promotion offered by the corporation.
Laundry company files for removal from labor lawsuit brought by terminated employee
SAN FRANCISCO — In a case that involves an individual, and on behalf of all others similarly situated, and a laundry company, a notice of removal of civil action to federal court was filed.
Lumosity sued for allegedly violating Federal Trade Commission Act
SAN FRANCISCO — The Federal Trade Commission has filed a complaint for permanent injunction and other equitable relief against two individuals and a Delaware corporation they are employed by.
Northern California's top federal law enforcement official to rejoin private practice
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. attorney in San Francisco intends to follow her work in the public sphere with a return to her old law firm.
Wysong sued over allegedly misleading labels on pet products
SAN FRANCISCO – A San Francisco County woman is suing a pet food producer over claims it mislabels its products.
Vizio sued over alleged violations of Video Privacy Protection Act
SAN FRANCISCO – A California man is suing a television manufacturer over claims it installs and uses monitoring software in its devices without its customers' permission.
Couple seeks refund from Berkeley Mills for canceled order
SAN FRANCISCO – A New York City couple is suing a Berkeley furniture company over claims that it won't refund their money.
San Jose man sues DirecTV over allegedly unwanted calls
SAN JOSE – A resident of San Jose is suing DirecTV over allegations that the company contacted his cellphone without permission.
McKesson Corp. suing over alleged breach of contract
SAN FRANCISCO – A San Francisco corporation is suing two Louisiana corporations and an individual over allegations of unpaid invoices.
Class-action efforts to tackle alleged labor abuses gain ground in California
SAN FRANCISCO – In California, class-action lawsuits have begun to spring up against supposed corporate negligence, aiming to shine light on human trafficking and slavery in supply chains. Their end goals: transparency and accountability.
Planned Parenthood files suit against Biomax Procurement Services over harassment allegations
SAN FRANCISCO – Multiple California divisions of Planned Parenthood are suing two organizations, six individuals and unknown co-conspirators over allegations that the defendants engaged in a campaign to interrupt its operations.
Fremont man claims Hilton refused to honor rebate
SAN FRANCISCO – A Fremont man is suing against a worldwide holdings and vacation company over claims it issues misleading rebates.
State's first undocumented attorney continues to live out his childhood dream and help others in the process
CHICO, Calif. – A California attorney who made American history by successfully fighting for his right to earn a law license continues to uses his struggle and expertise to impact his community.
Former nurse sues over alleged denial of disability insurance
SAN FRANCISCO – A Concord woman is suing her disability insurer, claiming that the company has denied her benefits.
Veteran sues VA, alleging medical negligence
SAN FRANCISCO – A veteran is suing over claims he was injured during an MRI exam.
Porsche, Volkswagen and Audi sued over alleged use of defeat devices
SAN FRANCISCO – Seven individuals, and on behalf of others in a similar situation, are suing Porsche, Volkswagen and Audi over allegations that the auto manufacturers mislead consumers.
Man sues over alleged denial of health plan benefits
SAN FRANCISCO – A resident of Contra Costa County is suing a self-funded employee welfare benefit plan over claims it wrongfully denied his daughter benefits.
Neiman Marcus motions to confirm arbitration award
SAN FRANCISCO – A specialty stores company has moved to confirm an arbitration award to be issued in its favor against a former employee.
Woman alleges drug Abilify caused her to gamble complusively
SAN FRANCISCO – A Daly City woman is suing three companies on allegations that a pharmaceutical drug caused her to compulsively gamble.