News from March 2018
Farmers Group accuses competitors of trademark infringement
SACRAMENTO — The Farmers Group is suing insurance competitors, alleging trademark infringement.
Pay-per-view distributor accuses restaurant owners of showing unauthorized programs
SAN DIEGO — A distributor of pay-per-view boxing events is suing La Mesa restaurant owners, alleging tortious conversion.
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Consumer accuses credit agencies of violating FCRA
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego County man is suing consumer credit reporting agencies, alleging violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Ninth Circuit gearing up to rehear San Francisco soda warning label case
SAN FRANCISCO (Northern California Record) — A federal appeals court is preparing to give San Francisco another shot at enforcing its ordinance requiring large warning labels in sugary drink advertisements. The ordinance is opposed by beverage retailers who allege it violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.
Disabled customer accuses liquor store owners of violating ADA
LOS ANGELES — A disabled man who required a wheelchair is suing the owners of a Torrance liquor and food market, alleging negligent violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Unruh Civil Rights Act, Unfair Competition Act.
Customer accuses Kohl's of violating TCPA
SACRAMENTO — A customer is suing Kohl’s Department Stores, alleging violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
Passenger blames Princess Cruise Line for injuries
LOS ANGELES — A passenger is suing Princess Cruise Lines. alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Concern remains over pre-litigation subpoena bill in California Senate
SACRAMENTO - John Doherty, president of the Civil Justice Association of California, isn’t willing to leave anything to chance over a bill in the State Assembly that would expand pre-litigation subpoena power.
Customer alleges Chrysler sold defective vehicle
SACRAMENTO — A Chrysler owner is suing the manufacturer, alleging breach of implied warranty and violation of the Magnuson-Moss Act.
Music producers accuse entertainment company of copyright violations
LOS ANGELES — Music producers are suing an entertainment company, alleging copyright infringement.
Former Fed Ex worker accuses plan administrator of violating ERISA
LOS ANGELES — A longtime Federal Express worker is suing a plan administrator, alleging violation of the Employees Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
Consumers accuse Ken's Foods of false advertising
LOS ANGELES — Two consumers have filed a class action lawsuit against Ken's Foods, alleging false advertising.
Luxury clothing company accuses fashion businesses of unfair competition
Clothing company sues fashion companyLOS ANGELES — A clothing company is suing Lauren Handbag, Inc. JYC Trading Inc, CASA Kevin, et al., fashion company, citing alleged copyright infringement.Michael Kors, LLC filed a complaint on Feb. 5, in the U.S.
L.A. attorney convicted of manslaughter faces suspension, probation
SAN FRANCISCO -- Los Angeles attorney Spencer Freeman Smith faces suspension and probation following a State Bar of California recommendation after he was found culpable of failing to obey the terms of his interim suspension handed down following his 2015 manslaughter conviction.
Plaintiff lawyers see nationwide settlement as only end for opioid lawsuits
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Plaintiff lawyers meeting in San Francisco last week for a conference on opioid litigation acknowledged that the hundreds of lawsuits they have filed in state and federal court will be difficult to resolve without an unprecedented national settlement whose mechanics are still difficult to predict.
Consumer accuses debt collector of unfair practices
LOS ANGELES — A California woman is suing debt collectors, alleging abusive debt collection practices.
Consumer accuses rabbit feed producer of false advertising
SACRAMENTO — A Shasta County woman has filed a class action lawsuit against the producers of rabbit feed, alleging false advertising and unfair competition.
Consumer alleges inaccurate information on account
LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County woman is suing a group of defendants, alleging misrepresentation in debt collection.
Appeals court reverses $55 million Alameda County jury award, citing trial court errors
A $55 million Alameda County jury award in favor of a Pennsylvania-based company against its insurers in 2016 has been reversed in a recent appeals court ruling that states the trial court committed too many errors for the verdict to stand.
Disabled customer alleges L.A. restaurant failed to follow ADA provisions
LOS ANGELES — A disabled California man who requires a wheelchair for mobility, is suing a Los Angeles restaurant, alleging disability discrimination.