News from 2017
Investor alleges business partners owe $40,000
FRESNO — A Fresno County investor is suing his business partners, alleging they owe $40,000, alleging breach of contract, conversion and breach of implied covenant.
Blue Shield seeks nearly $56,000 from insurance company
LOS ANGELES — Blue Shield is suing an insurance company, alleging failure to provide coverage.
Client accuses attorney of fraud, seeks $2.5 million
FRESNO — A Fresno man is suing an attorney, alleging he owes $2.5 million for fraud, legal malpractice and negligence.
Insurance carrier alleges trucking business owes nearly $80,000
FRESNO — An insurance company is suing a Fresno trucking company, alleging it owes more than $78,000 for breach of contract.
Father, son allege towing company breached contract
FRESNO — A Fresno County father and son are suing a towing company, alleging it owes more than $100,000 for breach of contract and wrongful eviction.
Santa Barbara attorney faces disbarment by default following alleged probation violations
Santa Barbara attorney and former Mendocino County district attorney Joseph Dulles Allen faces disbarment by default following a California State Bar decision for alleged probation violations.
Former employee accuses Toyota dealership of wrongful termination
SACRAMENTO — A technician/mechanic is suing a Toyota dealership, alleging defamation, hostile work environment, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Disabled man accuses Vajello restaurant owners of disability discrimination
SACRAMENTO — A disabled man is suing Vajello restaurant business owners, alleging disability discrimination and failure to uphold Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations.
Goleta attorney recommended for disbarment following alleged probation violations
Goleta attorney John Francis Shellabarger faces disbarment following a recent California State Bar recommendation over allegations he violated probation conditions previously imposed by the California Supreme Court.
L.A. County case alleging asbestos-talc link could open new round of litigation for J&J
PASADENA – A jury trial now unfolding in Los Angeles County Superior Court could open a new chapter in asbestos litigation as plaintiff’s attorneys argue that Johnson & Johnson talcum powder products are to blame for their client’s lung-related cancer.
Ninth Circuit rules 'inability to rely on representation' satisfies FCA Article III
SAN FRANCISCO -- The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has settled a district and circuit court split decision, ruling consumers can seek an injunction under California false advertising laws.
TransUnion appeals judgment in class action lawsuit
TransUnion has filed an appeal in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California San Francisco Division, challenging a Ninth Circuit Court ruling that denied its motion for judgment and request for a new trial.
Insurance firm alleges painter/decorator owes more than $26,000
FRESNO — An insurance company is suing a Clovis painting service company, alleging it owes more than $26,000 for breach of contract.
Motorist alleges driver's negligence caused crash
FRESNO — A motorist is suing another driving, alleging he drove into an intersection without caution, causing a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Kingsburg firefighter alleges wrongful termination for reporting unlawful practices
FRESNO — A Kingsburg firefighter is suing the city, alleging wrongful termination.
Clovis couple accuses property developers of breach of contract
FRESNO — A Clovis couple is suing developers, alleging failure to disclose material facts about the purchased property.
Consumer accuses loan agencies of unfair credit reporting
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego County man is suing Discover Bank, alleging misrepresentation in debt collection.
Ninth Circuit sends PG&E stormwater discharge issue back to lower court
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has reversed part of a U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California summary judgment in a lawsuit aimed at limiting Pacific Gas and Electric Co.’s (PG&E) “indirect and direct stormwater discharges of wood treatment chemicals from various of its facilities in San Francisco and Humboldt Bays,” according to a Nov. 2 Ninth Circuit opinion.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused crash
FRESNO — A Fresno County woman is suing a motorist, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Patient alleges dentist's negligence caused injuries
FRESNO — A patient is suing a dental practitioner, alleging negligence led to a jaw injury.