News from October 2017
Former employee accuses financial services firm of wrongful termination
FRESNO — A branch manager is suing a financial services firm, alleging wrongful termination and retaliation.
Tarzana attorney disbarred over multiple misconduct counts in single client matter
Tarzana attorney Steven C. Wilheim has been disbarred by the California State Bar following five counts of misconduct in a single client matter, according to a recent state bar filing.
L.A. County company accuses former employee of copyright infringement
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County corporation is suing a former employee, alleging misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, conversion, computer fraud and unfair competition.
Brea attorney recommended for partially stayed suspension over 16 counts of misconduct
Brea attorney Dennis Patrick O'Connell has been recommended to receive a partially stayed three-year suspension and probation by the California State Bar after being found culpable in 16 counts of misconduct in four client matters, according to a recent filing.
A PWD is suing business owners for disability discrimination
SACRAMENTO — A man with disabilities is suing a Tahoe, California, marina and yacht club, alleging disability discrimination, failure to uphold the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations and violation of civil rights.
Father accuses Bakersfield of deprivation of civil rights
SACRAMENTO — A parent is suing the city of Bakersfield alleging assault and violation of civil rights in the treatment of his infant child.
Debt collector accused of violating federal law
SACRAMENTO — A Kern County woman is suing a debt collector, alleging violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (RFDCPA), and the Truth in Lending Act (TILA).
Topanga attorney disbarred for probation violations
Topanga attorney Drew Allan Cicconi, in practice for nearly 40 years, has been disbarred by the California State Bar over allegations he violated terms of a previous disciplinary probation, according to a recent state bar filing.
Attorney ordered to pay SEC $13.7 million in stock scheme
The U.S. District Court Central District of California has ordered an attorney accused by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of operating a stock scheme to pay $13.7 million.
Federal judge dismisses some claims in tuna case against Trader Joe's
A federal court on Oct. 3 dismissed some parts of a class action against food giant Trader Joe’s while allowing most of the plaintiffs’ complaints to survive the motion to dismiss.
Bakersfield police accused of wrongful death
SACRAMENTO — Five family members are suing Bakersfield police, alleging battery, excessive force, liability, negligence and wrongful death.
La Jolla consumer accuses debt collector of violating federal law
SAN DIEGO — A La Jolla man is suing a debt collector, alleging violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the (Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Film distribution business alleges media company breached contract
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County film distribution business is suing media company, alleging breach of contract
Father accuses daughter, Bank of America of fraud
SAN DIEGO — A 91-year-old San Diego County man is suing Bank of America and his daughter, alleging abuse, fraud, negligence and unjust enrichment.
Debt collectors accused of violating federal law
SACRAMENTO — A Fresno woman is suing a law firm, alleging violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Meat Loaf accused of stealing song
LOS ANGELES (Northern California Record) – Meat Loaf, as one of his most famous hits suggests, would do anything for love. However, he may have been willing to steal the lyrics of the song "I'd Do Anything For Love," according to a lawsuit filed in federal court 24 years after the iconic tune's release.
Insurance carrier alleges equipment manufacturer owes more than $115,000
FRESNO — An insurance carrier is suing an equipment manufacturer, alleging breach of contract and owing more than $115,000.
Former city employee accuses Clovis of discrimination
FRESNO — A former employee is suing the city of Clovis, alleging disability discrimination, hostile work environment, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Superior court judge publicly admonished
SAN FRANCISCO – After 28 years on the bench, a superior court judge has been publicly admonished.
Inequitable conduct defense struck down in patent infringement case
REDWOOD CITY – An inequitable conduct defense is not permitted in the patent infringement case between Nevro v. Boston Scientific Corporation.