News from April 2017
Minegar Contracting Inc. alleges it is owed more than $75,000 for construction work
LOS ANGELES – A San Diego subcontractor alleges it was not paid for construction work on a federal project.
O'Reilly Auto Parts employee alleges violations of labor codes regarding rest breaks
LOS ANGELES – An Apple Valley resident employed by an O'Reilly Auto Parts location has filed a class action over complaints that she was not given adequate meal and rest breaks.
NS and Associates claims PatientCraft is infringing its Spiral P logo
LOS ANGELES – A Brea medical and pharmaceutical management services provider alleges a Texas company is using a similar logo.
Favorable ruling given in cases brought by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
SACRAMENTO — A recent order in the case against a California energy company could have far-ranging implications in actions brought against companies by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Artist Curtis Kulig alleges Illinois corporation is selling infringing products
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles artist, illustrator and photographer alleges his trademark Love Me tag was used without his permission.
Los Angeles attorney suspended for misconduct
LOS ANGELES — Erickson McDonnell Davis, an attorney practicing in Los Angeles, was suspended for two years and ordered to pay restitutions after admitting to 11 counts of misconduct.
RDM Tile Co. North alleged to owe more than $13,000 to Tile Industry Health and Welfare Fund
LOS ANGELES – An Oceanside employer is accused of failing to pay employee contributions to a labor union fund.
Kilina America Inc. claims Cornerstone Apparel infringed textile design
LOS ANGELES – A Commerce company is accused of manufacturing or distributing garments with an infringing fabric design.
The Toner Doctor accused of sending junk faxes
LOS ANGELES – An individual has filed a class-action lawsuit against a printer ink cartridge business over allegations it unlawfully sent faxes to solicit its services.
Razorgator.com accused of unlawfully using photo
LOS ANGELES – A commercial photographer claims a Marina Del Rey ticket and sporting event website unlawfully used his photo.
Flood Bros. Plumbing accuses The Flood Bros. of trademark infringement
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles water damage restoration company claim another company in the city is unlawfully using its Flood Bros. trademark.
Dish Network alleged to have unlawfully contacted woman after she revoked consent
LOS ANGELES – A Pomona consumer claims Dish Network continued to call her without her permission.
L.A. Gem & Jewelry claims retailers are selling infringing jewelry designs
LOS ANGELES – Two retailers with ecommerce websites are accused of selling infringing pendants.
Tacori claims former authorized retailer continues to use its marks
LOS ANGELES – A Glendale jewelry corporation alleges a Michigan jeweler continues to unlawfully use its marks.
GCIU - Employer Retirement Fund alleges it is owed more than $420,000
LOS ANGELES – A multiemployer pension plan alleges a Virginia trade union failed to pay its withdrawal liability obligation.
Cheezburger.com accused of unlawfully using Ron Jeremy photo
LOS ANGELES – A Santa Monica photography studio alleges its copyrighted photo of Ron Jeremy was used on a humor website without permission.
Counter Brands claims NUDU mark is too similar to NUDE mark
LOS ANGELES – A Santa Monica skin and body care products company claims another brand of beauty product is being sold under a confusingly similar name.
Couple alleges Capital One Bank harassed them with collection calls
LOS ANGELES – A Virginia company is facing a suit from a Los Angeles County couple over allegations it harassed them with frequent calls.
Record-breaking settlement approved in California workers' compensation case
LOS ANGELES — A workers' compensation judge recently approved to a record-breaking, $10 million settlement in a California case
YouTube channel DM Pranks creator alleges individual is unlawfully trying to register mark
LOS ANGELES – A YouTube creator is seeking a declaration regarding his trademark.