News from January 2016
Stockholder sues KaloBios over allegations of violating federal securities laws
SAN FRANCISCO – A stockholder is suing a biopharmaceutical company claiming he suffered significant losses after stock prices fell.
Vizio consumers sue over claims the company illegally collected information
SAN FRANCISCO – Five consumers are suing one of the leading manufacturers, distributors, sellers and marketers of Internet-connectable televisions over allegations the company tracked their viewing habits without their permission.
Eureka resident sues Volkswagen over allegedly deceiving vehicle emissions
SAN FRANCISCO – A fire captain of the city of Eureka is suing Volkswagen for breach of warranty and violation of California codes.
Texas photographer alleges Ecoworld Termite used copyrighted image without permission
SAN FRANCISCO – A Texas photographer is suing a California termite services company over claims it unlawfully used a copyrighted image.
Bank of America sued over alleged unpaid overtime
SAN FRANCISCO – An Alameda County man is suing a national bank over claims of unpaid overtime wages.
24 Hour Fitness sued over alleged unlawful telemarketing
SAN JOSE – Two men are suing a fitness chain over an alleged telemarketing campaign.
Vizio sued for allegedly violating Video Privacy Protection Act
SAN FRANCISCO – A consumer, and on behalf of others in a similar situation, is suing one of the largest sellers of Smart TVs and an advertising company over claims they violated her privacy.
Yahoo seeks non-infringement declaration
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Yahoo is suing a Swiss company and a subsidiary in a complaint and is seeking declaration of non-infringement for seven patents.
Nest Labs sued over alleged patent infringement
SAN FRANCISCO – A corporation based in San Diego is suing Nest Labs Inc. over allegations of patent infringement.
Photographer sues eBay over claims it is selling his work without permission
SAN FRANCISCO – A professional photographer is suing an online store that sells sports memorabilia on eBay over copyright infringement allegations.
Outdoor Pro Shop sues Texas company over unfair competition claims
SAN FRANCISCO – Outdoor Pro Shop Inc. is suing a Texas company with a similar name over allegations of unfair competition.
Gay man alleges he was denied spousal benefits
SAN FRANCISCO – The spouse of a telecommunications engineer is suing the IUOE Stationary Engineers Local 39 Pension Plan and its board of trustees because of their alleged refusal to pay for a mandatory spousal pension benefit solely because he was married to a man.
Former Carnitas Michoacan Restaurant employees claim they were not paid overtime
SAN FRANCISCO – Former employees of Carnitas Michoacan Restaurant are suing their boss over allegations of failure to pay overtime and for all hours worked.
Attorney representing plaintiffs in Uber California class-action lawsuit files second suit
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif – The plaintiffs’ attorney who filed a large class-action suit against Uber has filed a second suit on behalf of drivers precluded from the initial class.
Metropolitan Water District faces challenges in gaining control of Delta islands
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The leading water agency in Southern California has hit a snag that could potentially derail its controversial plan to acquire a group of Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta islands.
California Department of Transport dropped from photojournalist’s lawsuit over arrest while covering Willits Bypass Project
WILLITS, Calif. — A photojournalist has dropped his lawsuit against California Department of Transport for his arrest while covering a highly disputed highway project in Northern California, but the plaintiff still plans to move forward with his claim against California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the arresting officers who allegedly violated his rights.
FBI, class action lawsuit launched against non-profit accused of luring immigrants into adult adoption visa scam
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Federal agents are investigating a non-profit organization that allegedly promised adult immigrants in Northern California a sure path to citizenship through adult adoption by American families.
Identiv shareholder files suit against employees for alleged breach of fiduciary duty
SAN FRANCISCO — A shareholder of Identiv, Inc. is suing seven individuals serving as employees within the company for allegedly failing to disclose compensation information required by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Volkswagen being sued by Califonia woman over defeat device
SAN FRANCISCO — A California woman has joined a nationwide class action lawsuit against Volkswagen claiming she was misled into buying a vehicle that was purported to be environmentally “clean” but actually was not.
Law firm sued by Chinese citizen for allegedly failing to apply for an investor visa on his behalf
SAN FRANCISCO — A Chinese citizen is suing a law firm for alleged professional negligence, fraud and breach of contract concerning his attempt to procure a investor visa.