News from 2016
Rincon Distribution claims Dodge Delaware is using Terrain mark without authorization
LOS ANGELES – A Ventura flooring manufacturer claims a Pennsylvania business is unlawfully using its trademark.
Man alleges Prudential wrongfully terminated disability benefits
LOS ANGELES – Prudential Insurance Co. is accused of wrongfully terminating a Los Angeles County man's disability benefits.
Photographer alleges photos of Eros Ramazzotti used in book without permission
LOS ANGELES – A celebrity photographer claims a publishing company and others used his photographs without authorization for a biography.
J.Crew accused of falsely advertising sale prices of items on website
LOS ANGELES – A consumer alleges that that a New York-based retailer misleads consumers by advertising that its items are for sale at a reduced price.
Rex Fabrics claims Fire Tornado, Graffiti, other designs unlawfully used in garments
LOS ANGELES – A textile company claims five of its copyrighted design were used on clothing without authorization.
Man alleges debt collectors sent letter to incorrect address so he wouldn't be aware of rights
SAN DIEGO – An Oceanside consumer alleges a debt collection letter was incorrectly mailed to his mother's address in Florida.
State Supreme Court fight expected over Prop. 54
California lawmakers, public advocacy groups still at odds over legislation
Settlement reached in 'Ecco the Dolphin' lawsuit
Classic Sega game could be poised for rebirth
Chartwell Staffing Services Inc. alleged to have not provided meal breaks, pay overtime
LOS ANGELES – A former employee of a staffing company with offices in Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino alleges he was not properly compensated for all hours worked.
Design Collection Inc. claims several retailers unlawfully used textile design
LOS ANGELES – Several retailers are alleged to have sold garments with an unauthorized fabric design.
Hayward residents accused of patent infringement with iPhone wallet
LOS ANGELES – Two Hayward residents are accused of using patented technology to manufacture a wallet for a cellphone.
Los Angeles man alleges TheDirty.com used photos without authorization
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles man claims photos of him and his wife were uploaded to a website without his permission.
Roland Holdings files suit over use of its Casa Aramara mark
SAN DIEGO – A hotel services company alleges another company attempted to register its trademark.
Cavalry Portfolio Services alleged to have violated debt collection laws
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego woman alleges a debt collector used a deceptive representation in a collection letter.
Individual claims Aetna wrongfully terminated benefits.
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego County man alleges his disability benefits were wrongfully terminated.
Optumrx Inc., Cigna accused of overcharging for prescriptions
SANTA ANA – An Arkansas woman claims two insurers overcharge for prescription drugs and has filed a class-action suit.
SanDisk, Western Digital accused of patent infringement
LOS ANGELES – A Las Vegas patent owner alleges a flash memory drive maker is unlawfully using its patented technology.
Fasttrack Promotions Inc. accused of making unwanted marketing calls
LOS ANGELES – A Reseda man has filed a class-action suit against a vacation package marketer over allegations it contacted him with unwanted marketing calls.
Office Star claims New York companies are unlawfully using its furniture designs
LOS ANGELES – An Ontario office furniture manufacturer claims two New York companies are using its patented furniture design without authorization.
Anonymous Official YouTube channel accused of using Victorville man's video without permission
LOS ANGELES – A Victorville man claims a Buffalo, New York individual uploaded his video on YouTube and did not compensate him.