News from October 2016
Court to consider deportation case involving man classified as lacking 'good moral character'
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal appeals court has ordered a rehearing for a case
that involves an undocumented immigrant who was classified as lacking “good moral
character” because he was considered a “habitual drunkard.”
Woman accuses Life Insurance Company of North America of violation of ERISA
A woman is suing Life Insurance Company of North America, an insurance firm, citing alleged breach of contract.
South Bay Dreams Cooperative sued over unwanted text message sent to minor
A minor has filed a class-action lawsuit against South Bay Dreams Cooperative Inc. d/b/a/ Harbor Collective, a California corporation, citing alleged violation of TCPA.
Pension plan sues California corporation over alleged nonpayment of monthly contributions
A labor group is suing Smart Tech Group, Inc., a California corporation, citing alleged breach of contract.
Samsung Electronics hit with lawsuit due to smartphone malfunction
Consumers are suing Samsung Electronics America, Inc., and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., phone manufacturer, citing alleged breach of implied warranty, design defect, and negligence.
VA center in Palo Alto sued for alleged medical malpractice
An individual is suing the Veterans Administration, and DOES 1 through 100, the U.S. government, citing alleged negligence.
Mitsubishi Electric US sued over alleged copyright infringement
An individual is suing Mitsubishi Electric US Inc., a California business, citing alleged copyright infringement.
Aiding Student Relief cited in lawsuit for allegedly sending unsolicited text messages
Individuals have filed a class-action lawsuit against Impetus Enterprise, Inc. d/s/a Aiding Student Relief, a California corporation, citing alleged violation of TCPA.
Hartford Life sued over alleged denial of disability benefits
An employee is suing Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company, citing alleged breach of contract.
MyBusinessLoan.com sues Georgia company over alleged breach of contract
A lender is suing Unique Event Elements LLC and Olman Arriaga, a Georgia company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Stater Bros. Markets sued for alleged negligence that led to a fall
A business invitee is suing Stater Bros. Markets, a retail property, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries, liability and negligence.
Creditor sued over alleged unfair debt collection practices
Individuals are suing Global Exchange Vacation Club and Pinnacle Recovery Inc., creditor, citing alleged violation of FDCPA.
AT&T Umbrella Benefit Plan sued over alleged violation of fiduciary duty
A woman is suing AT&T Umbrella Benefit Plan No. 1, a plan administrator, citing alleged violation of ERISA.
Stevens Transportation accused of unfair compensation
An employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Stevens Transportation Co., Inc.; Stevens Van Lines Inc. and DOES 1 through 50, employer, citing alleged unpaid wages, violation of applicable minimum wage law, and violation of the California's Unfair Competition Act (UCL).
California company alleges Belk infringed on copyright
California corporation accuses garment vendors of copyright infringement.
Feds sue California man for unpaid student debt
Department of Education sues man for unpaid debt due to a student loan.
Film producer files suit over alleged copyright infringement
A film producer is suing an individual, citing alleged copyright infringement.
Chrome Hearts claims damages over trademark use
A California business is suing Yonada 26 Corp., citing alleged unfair competition.
Patient blames Dameron Hospital for paralysis
A man is suing Dameron Hospital, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Insurance firm sued over alleged violation of ERISA
An employee is suing Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health Insurance Co., an insurance firm, citing alleged breach of contract.