News from May 2016
AMC seeks court's decision in tax dispute with mall owner
SACRAMENTO – A movie theater in the Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley has filed a complaint for declaratory relief to settle a tax dispute.
Lawyers and other professionals should remain calm in volatile stock market year
MIAMI – It's been a volatile year for the United States stock market, falling below 16,000 in February before rebounding to more than 18,000 in April. For business professionals such as lawyers who have a lot invested, there's the temptation to pull their money out; however, that may not be the best idea.
South University accused of illegally contacting woman
SACRAMENTO – A Solano woman has filed a class-action suit against a business she alleges contacted her without her consent.
Illustrator files copyright suit against Vungle
SAN FRANCISCO – A Texas-based illustrator alleges a San Francisco business published one of his works without his permission.
Cyclebar accused of misrepresenting franchise agreement
SAN FRANCISCO – Three individuals seek the rescission of an franchise agreement for a indoor cycling class studio over allegations that the initial startup cost was misrepresented to them.
Insurance company alleges it is not responsible for loss of cologne
FRESNO – An insurance company is seeking the court's declaration of a rescission of a policy for a Madera property and that it is not responsible for coverage of an alleged robbery.
Buyer alleges classic Corvette had engine damage
SAN FRANCISCO – A Springfield, Ohio company is facing allegations it sold a classic car with engine issues to a California buyer.
Central Coast Audiology Inc. alleges business used mark to promote its products
SAN JOSE – A Monterey company alleges a Colorado business has infringed on its Hearing Choice trademark.
Nationwide Mutual Insurance files suit seeking reimbursement
SAN JOSE – A Columbus, Ohio-based insurance company claims that a Kansas insurer did not pay its share of a settlement.
Bill to address fossil fuel companies' practices regarding climate change
SACRAMENTO – A bill introduced to the California legislature in March in an effort to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for allegedly deceptive and fraudulent practices related to the scientific evidence surrounding climate change was passed by the state senate judiciary committee earlier this month.
Appeals court reverses teacher tenure ruling
LOS ANGELES – California’s 2nd District Court of Appeal recently ruled that "the law is the law" when it comes to teacher tenure in the state, but this has some concerned about what the protections of that tenure means for students.
Yamada looks to add state senator to public service resume
SACRAMENTO – Mariko Yamada hopes her 42 years of experience in public service and her personal and professional background will launch her to victory in the contested race for the 3rd District California State Senate seat.
Man alleges Don Francisco coffee false advertises flavorings
SAN FRANCISCO – A Windsor consumer has filed a class-action lawsuit against a Vernon company over its flavored coffees.
Wedding photographer accused of uploading 'embarrassing' YouTube video
SAN FRANCISCO – A bride has filed a suit against a wedding photographer alleging that he used embarrassing contents taken at her wedding for his own publicity.
Ventana Medical Systems Inc. seeks declaration regarding patent
SAN FRANCISCO – A Pleasanton company is seeking declaration from the court over a patent licensed by a Sunnyvale company.
Consumer alleges toothpaste's whitening abilities are falsely advertised
SAN FRANCISCO – An Alameda consumer has filed a class-action lawsuit against a toothpaste manufacturer alleging it misrepresents one of its brands of whitening toothpaste.
Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians seeks declaration regarding union dispute
SACRAMENTO – A Native American tribe is seeking the court's decision regarding a dispute with a labor union.
Afghanistan corporation accuses ECC Remediation Services of fraud
SAN FRANCISCO – An Afghanistan construction company alleges it was deceived into an agreement with a California company.
Flywheel Software accused of breaching contract regarding taxis
SAN FRANCISCO – A New York company alleges that a Redwood City mobile application developer tried to appropriate its customers after signing a contract.
House subcommittee to hear testimony on legislation seeking to help small businesses comply with ADA
Congressman Ken Calvert (R-42) is scheduled to testify today before the House Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Constitution and Civil Justice in favor of a new bill he introduced earlier this year seeking to help small businesses ensure they are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).