News from May 2017
Age discrimination complaint filed against VCA San Francisco Veterinary Specialists
SAN FRANCISCO – A veterinarian alleges his employer has discriminated against him because of his age.
Tenants alleges property manages failed to repair water leaks, damages
SAN FRANCISCO – Three individuals have file suit against the current and former managers of their apartment over allegations of property issues.
Individual alleges legal malpractice against Qian & Nemecek, others
SAN FRANCISCO – An Orange County individual has filed suit alleging her legal matter was not properly handled.
Appeals court upholds decision against Crescent City resident in plant dispute
The California First District Court of Appeal recently upheld the Del Norte County Superior Court's denial of a writ of administrative mandate for the plaintiff in a dispute over plants growing on a property.
Appeals court allows arbitration in TIBCO Software, RapidMiner case
The California First District Court of Appeal recently overturned the San Mateo County Superior Court's decision in a case involving allegations of inappropriately using trade secrets and will allow two defendants the chance for arbitration.
Appeals court overturns ruling in medical malpractice case against Contra Costa County Health Services
SAN FRANCISCO -- The First Appellate District Court of Appeal of the State of California decided to overturn the Contra Costa County Superior Court's decision in favor of the plaintiff and sent the case back to the superior court for another trial in a medical malpractice case.
Individuals allege SendHub, Cameo Global failed to pay all of settlement payments
SAN FRANCISCO – Three individuals allege two Pleasanton corporations failed to honor a settlement agreement.
Twelve-year property sale appeal ends
A petitioner’s appeal regarding the sale of a family home was denied, keeping a 12-year-old battle between exes alive.
Individuals allege San Francisco apartment did not comply with safety codes
SAN FRANCISCO – Three tenants allege their landlords failed to inspect and maintain an apartment in a clean, safe and habitable condition.
Glendora attorney suspended for criminal convictions
The State Bar Court of California recently suspended William Andrai Acosta, a Glendora attorney, after he pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor criminal charges in Los Angeles County
Driver, Evergreen Recycling Express Corp. faces suit over alleged highway damage
SAN FRANCISCO – The state has filed a suit against a San Francisco individual over alleged damages from an auto accident on a state highway.
Woman alleges vending machine fell on her at Treasure Island Music Festival
SAN FRANCISCO – A festival attendee alleges she was injured by a vending machine.
Tenant alleges wiring, kitchen in apartment were installed without proper permits
SAN FRANCISCO – A tenant alleges an apartment she rented was unfit for human occupation because it is unsafe.
Couple alleges negligent Uber driver caused injuries
SAN FRANCISCO – Two Uber users allege they were injured when their driver collided with another vehicle.
Woman alleges San Francisco apartment had rodent infestation
SAN FRANCISCO – A tenant is suing her former landlord and others over conditions in the apartment she alleges threatened her health and safety.
Several entities face suit from city, county of San Francisco over employee's alleged injuries
SAN FRANCISCO – The city and county of San Francisco have filed a complaint against several entities after one of their employees was battered by an individual.
Wrongful death suit filed against Kindred Healthcare Inc., others over resident's care
SAN FRANCISCO – The children of a deceased San Francisco County woman have filed a wrongful death suit against a nursing facility.
Consumer claims Green Leaf Inc. failed to warn of DEHP chemical on products
SAN FRANCISCO – An individual claims that a business failed to put appropriate warnings on its products regarding a certain chemical.
California State Bar gives Paso Robles attorney probation for sexual battery conviction
The State Bar Court of California recently placed Peter Josserand XIII, a Paso Robles attorney, on a one-year probation after the attorney was convicted of sexual battery.
$850,000 awarded in liquidated damage clause case
A family feud has ended in a $850,000 settlement between two siblings.