News from February 2017
Universal Dyeing & Printing claims two designs were used for garments without authorization
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles company claims two of its original two-dimensional artworks were used in clothing without its permission.
American Blinds and Draperies faces class action over alleged solicitation calls
SACRAMENTO – A Clovis man alleges a drape and blind company unlawfully called him to solicit its services.
Former Jo-Ann Stores employee files suit for long-term disability benefits from insurer
LOS ANGELES – A former store manager for Jo-Ann Stores alleges her claim for disability benefits was wrongfully denied.
California court denies class certification in Ford defective-steering case
LOS ANGELES — A district-court judge has denied class certification by Ford drivers who are suing over allegedly faulty steering in some Focus and Fusion cars.
University of Pacific law school names new dean
SACRAMENTO — Michael Hunter Schwartz will be the next dean of the University of Pacific McGeorge School of Law, according to a Sacramento Business Journal report.
One Step Up LTD, Chaps Inc., Fashion Flair LLC accused of unlawfully using Unicolors design
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles County company claims two of its textile designs were unlawfully used in garments.
Ford Focus owner alleges engine, transmission still hasn't been repaired by dealerships
LOS ANGELES – An El Monte consumer claims that engine and transmission defects in his Ford vehicle were not repaired after six trips to various dealerships.
Appeals court rejects sealing of settlement in Quest Diagnostics qui tam case
PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit has ruled that a shared agreement between two claimants who brought qui tam suits against Quest Diagnostics International should not have been placed under a seal.
Talltanic Pictures LLC, Talltanic Productions LLC accused of using photos without permission
LOS ANGELES – The owner of several photographs allege they were used without authorization online.
Unical Aviation Inc. alleged to owe more than $7 million for aircraft parts
LOS ANGELES – An Industry business is accused of not paying a Chinese company for aircraft parts.
Charter Communications alleged to have continued to call consumer after asked to stop
LOS ANGELES – A Burbank resident alleges a debt collector called her at a harassing rate to collect an alleged debt.
Tribune Media, AOL accused of using photos in video without consent
LOS ANGELES – A California man alleges his copyrighted photos were used in videos without his permission.
Individual alleged to owe more than $13,000 for student loan
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles County man is alleged to have not paid back a student loan.
California Senate bill would create third gender option for state ID
SACRAMENTO — The California State Senate is considering a bill that would create a third gender option on state identification.
Man alleges Persolve LLC mailed him misleading collection letter
LOS ANGELES – A Sherman Oaks consumer claims a debt collector mailed him a letter
falsely stating that he was issued a proof of service regarding a case for an alleged debt.
Former technical manager accuses Chuck E. Cheese owners of violations of labor codes
SAN FRANCISCO – A former manager for two Chuck E. Cheese locations alleges he was not adequately compensated for overtime work while employed as a technical manager.
Alden wrench inventor claims Chicago Brand is unlawfully selling the tools
SAN FRANCISCO – A Palmdale inventor claims his patented tools are being sold and manufactured without this authorization.
Trust funds claim Elken Contracting owes more than $12,000 in unpaid contributions
LOS ANGELES – A Jamul employer is alleged to have not paid employee contributions to several labor union funds.
Passengers allege injuries during JetBlue flight because of turbulence
SAN FRANCISCO – Passengers are suing JetBlue Airways Corp. over allegations that they
were injured on a flight from Boston to Sacramento because of turbulence.
Carroll Shelby Licensing alleges Oklahoma company reproduced cars, unlawfully used Shelby marks
LOS ANGELES – A Tusla, Oklahoma business is accused of making replicas of the Shelby GT 350 and Shelby GT 500 cars without the permission to use the Shelby marks.