News from June 2017
Consumer claims Green World Pro called him to market services without consent
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego consumer has filed a class-action lawsuit against a Van Nuys solar services company alleging invasion of privacy.
Adult World Inc. accused of false advertising of sexual enhancement products
SAN DIEGO – A retailer is accused of falsely representing various sexual enhancement products as dietary supplements.
California Department of Conservation to go back to trial over alleged evasion of environmental laws
The California Fifth District Court of Appeal recently ruled that a district court erred in its decision to dismiss a case involving allegations that the California Department of Conservation, Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR) did not conduct an environmental review before issuing permits for 214 new oil wells in Kern County.
Compliance attorney discusses stipend compensation ruling by California California Sixth District Court of Appeal
Reportable retirement benefits are not necessarily special compensation, according to Braden Perry, a government investigations attorney at Kennyhertz Perry in Kansas City, Mo.
State Bar Court of California suspends Vacaville attorney for failing to adhere to terms of prior disciplinary order
The State Bar Court of California recently placed Shelly Ann Donachie, a Vacaville attorney, on an administrative suspension for allegedly failing to adhere to the terms of a prior suspension order.
Controversial consumer protection bill is abandoned by sponsor
A senate proposal pushed by state Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) has been declared inactive by the bill sponsor after a major outpouring of opposition to the legislation ultimately threatened the bill’s passage.
State Bar Court of California terminates suspension of South Pasadena attorney
The State Bar Court of California recently terminated a suspension order against Ingrid Marie Causey, a South Pasadena attorney, after she passed the the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE), which was required of her after her July 2015 suspension.
California State Bar Court suspends San Diego attorney who allegedly ran sex website
The State Bar Court of California recently placed Dayle A. Vinzant, a San Diego attorney, on an interim suspension after he was convicted of running a website for the purpose of unlawfully selling, giving away and using a controlled substance.
Appeals court rules against Antelope Valley Union High School District over disabled student's educational program
A federal appeals court recently reversed a lower court’s decision to rule in favor of Antelope Valley Union High School District over a dispute involving a disabled student’s specialized educational program.
State Bar Court of California suspends attorney for not complying with terms of pervious suspension
The State Bar Court of California recently suspended George Steven Wass, a Palm Springs attorney, for allegedly failing to adhere to the conditions of a prior suspension order.
State Bar Court of California issues reproval to Coachella attorney for failing to follow court order
The State Bar Court of California recently issued a public reproval to Jose Arturo Rodriguez, a Coachella attorney, for failing to adhere to a court order or report sanctions to the California State Bar.
State Bar Court of California suspends Long Beach attorney for failing to take exam
The State Bar Court of California recently suspended Al Fadel Amer, a Long Beach attorney, for allegedly failing to comply with the terms of a June 2016 suspension order.
State Bar Court of California issues reprimand to Downey attorney for failing to repay unearned fees
The State Bar Court of California recently issued a public reprimand to Anju Multani, a Downey attorney, after the attorney allegedly failed to return unearned fees and pay court interest in a matter stemming from a transfer of conservatorship.
Man alleges Lyons Magnus Inc. terminated him in retaliation
FRESNO – A Fresno County man alleges that he was terminated in retaliation for filing a workers' compensation claim.
Alliance United Insurance Co. seeks more than $30,000 from motorist for collision damages
FRESNO – An insurance company is seeking damages after a collision near Griffith Way and West Avenue in Fresno.
Berry farmers allege Britz-Simplot Grower Solutions LLC fertilizer lowered yield
FRESNO – Owners of a 40-acre Fresno County blueberry and blackberry farm are suing fertilizer distributors alleging that a fertilizer recommended to them caused a lower crop yield.
San Joaquin Valley Insurance Authority alleges agency caused $20 million funding deficit
FRESNO – An Illinois company that provided consulting services is alleged to have cost a joint powers authority millions.
Employees allege city of San Diego owes them unpaid overtime wages
SAN DIEGO – Three San Diego Fire-Rescue Department employees allege that they are owed unpaid wages.
Allied Rubber & Gasket Co. accused of patent infringement
SAN DIEGO – A New Jersey corporation alleges that a Carlsbad company infringed its patents.
Current, former tenants of Fresno property allege it has inadequate sanitation
FRESNO – Tenants of a Fresno apartment complex allege that the owner has failed to make needed repairs.