News from 2016
Burlington Stores named in lawsuit over copyright infringement of textile design
LOS ANGELES — A textile converter is suing Ambrosia Fashion Group LLC d/b/a Mix Nouveau, Burlington Stores Inc. and Does 1-10, individuals, citing alleged copyright infringement.
Couple accuses Hyundai Motor America of allegedly selling cars with defective transmissions
CALIFORNIA — A couple have filed a class action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor America, a vehicle manufacturer, citing alleged breach of warranty and unjust enrichment.
Author accuses Amblin Partners of alleged copyright infringement
CALIFORNIA — An author is suing Amblin Partners LLC and Amblin Reliance Productions LLC, a California corporation, citing alleged copyright infringement.
U.S. Department of Education seeks unpaid debt from individual
CALIFORNIA — A government entity is suing Abraham Muro Jr., citing alleged breach of contract and unpaid debt.
Rowley named new managing partner at Seyfarth Shaw firm
SAN FRANCISCO -- Attorney Christian Rowley was named managing partner at the local law office of Seyfarth Shaw Attorneys LLP in San Francisco Nov. 28.
San Francisco city attorney opposes state's fixed bail schedule
SAN FRANCISCO -- In October 2015, legal action was taken against the state of California by a rights group based in Washington, D.C., claiming the current fixed bail scheduled system is unconstitutional and does not provide equal opportunities for wealthy and poor incarcerated individuals.
California appellate court rules excess judgment not required for equitable subrogation
SAN DIEGO -- The California Court of Appeals recently ruled that an insurance carrier could move forward with an equitable subrogation claim against a primary carrier without a judgment after a film industry worker was injured on a movie set.
Record-setting $18 million award could set precedent for future talcum powder cases
LOS ANGELES -- A Los Angeles jury returned a record-setting $18 million award against Whittaker, Clark & Daniels in Depoian v. American International Industries Inc., which could indicate a trend for future asbestos settlements.
California ACLUs seek to allow ballot selfies
SAN FRANCISCO -- California residents will be able to share their ballot selfies after a new law takes effect Jan. 1, 2017.
Ninth Circuit confirms fairness of neutral time clock rounding system
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit declared that a petitioner seeking overtime pay and damages under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act was misguided in his claims that the time clock rounding system cheated him of his pay.
EMC and Pure Storage finally make peace with each other
MOUNTAIN VIEW, California – Pure Storage has reached a settlement agreement with EMC Corporation, putting an end to the legal drama that lasted for three years between the two tech companies.
Fully accredited branch of Monterey College of Law set to open in Kern County next summer
BAKERSFIELD, California – The Monterey College of Law, in conjunction with the State Bar of California Committee of Bar Examiners and the Board of Trustees, have approved the opening of an accredited branch of the Monterey College of Law. Kern County College of Law, scheduled to open next summer, will be located in Bakersfield.
Judge tosses lawsuit accusing Twitter of failing to block ISIS propaganda
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal judge has tossed a lawsuit accusing Twitter of facilitating a terrorist who killed two United States contractors in Jordan last year.
New ruling impacts real estate companies representing both buyers and sellers
SACRAMENTO, California – On Nov. 22, the California Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling that promises to have a significant impact on how real estate transactions are handled in this state.
Indian Child Welfare Act could come under scrutiny of Supreme Court
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Supreme Court has been asked to hear a case related to the removal of a 1/64 Native American girl from her potential adoptive family in accordance with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).
Settlement proves costly in case of pre-recorded phone calls
&&&CALIFORNIA--The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California has approved the settlement terms of the class action lawsuit Stemple v. QC Holdings. The plaintiff, Paul Stemple, filed a complaint against QC Holdings alleging it violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by contacting him – and others – via cell phone.
Court gives California employers a break – but not a full vacation – from PTO reporting requirements
SANTA ANA, California – California employers looking for clarification on whether they are required to report accrued vacation or paid time off (PTO) on each wage statement for every employee have received a decision that takes some careful reading to understand.
Attorneys need to venue shop and find the right plaintiffs in talc-related cancer cases, Mass Torts speakers say
LAS VEGAS (Northern California Record) – California is a very attractive venue in which to bring cases alleging a connection between talcum powder and ovarian cancer but plaintiffs must be carefully chosen, attorneys said during a recent trial lawyer gathering.
Tencent Holdings Limited alleges Delson Group Inc. tried to register its mark
SAN FRANCISCO – An Internet and media business based in China alleges a Santa Clara company applied to register the plaintiff's trademark as its own.
Plan P2 Promotions alleges San Diego company sells counterfeit Trump bobble heads
SAN DIEGO – A Los Angeles bobble head manufacturer alleges a San Diego real estate company is selling counterfeit Donald Trump bobble heads.