News from May 2018
Arctic Zero denied injunction in case involving defunct cookie dough maker
A federal judge recently issued an order to deny San Diego-based Arctic Zero Inc., makers of lactose and gluten free frozen desserts, their motion for a preliminary injunction and order against the now defunct cookie dough manufacturer Aspen Hill that closed due to a Listeria outbreak.
Aecom Energy granted attorney fees in ongoing trademark violation case
A federal judge granted part of a motion filed by Aecom Energy & Construction Inc. to hold several parties in further civil contempt for trademark violations.
Company marketing heavy metal band's merchandise asks federal court to order crack down on bootleggers
A company granted the exclusive rights to market merchandise for heavy metal band Slayer moved to combat bootleggers by filing of a federal suit ahead of the first concert of the band's final tour.
Busser files wrongful termination suit against operators of Scala's Bistro
SAN FRANCISCO – A man alleges he was terminated from his job at a San Francisco restaurant because of his disability.
PetSmart seeks to remove overtime pay case to federal court
FRESNO – A well-known pet supply company requested a removal of a suit filed by a former manager to federal court.
Whistleblower case against drug testing company moves forward
A drug testing company failed in its bid to have a judge toss a lawsuit filed by a former employee alleging he was fired after reporting unethical practices.
Complaint alleges Delta, Best Buy data breach avoidable
A lawsuit filed May 10 in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California alleges that Best Buy and Delta Airlines failed to secure sensitive customer information when customers used the companies online support and sales systems.
Conservation group sues Republic Services, alleging water pollution
The California Sportfishing Protection Alliance filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California claiming that Republic Services of Sonoma County Inc. is violating the Clean Water Act by dumping polluted storm water into area rivers.
Former Santa Clara auto shop worker claims wage violations
A lawsuit has been filed against Hanin Motor Group and owner Hyon Choi, alleging multiple violations of California's Labor Law and Business and Professions Code.
EEOC alleges Albertsons 'harassed' Hispanic employees for speaking Spanish
SAN DIEGO – A grocery company is accused of violating the civil rights of Hispanic workers who claim they were subjected to harassment for speaking Spanish at one store in California.
U.S. Air Force granted summary judgment in discrimination suit filed by former police officer
LOS ANGELES – On May 7, the U.S. District Court for the Central California District Court granted summary judgment to the U.S. Air Force in a former police officer’s lawsuit alleging he was punished and suspended because of his race.
Former loan officer alleges Guaranteed Rate failed to pay proper overtime wages
OAKLAND – A mortgage company is facing a class action over claims it failed to pay its employees proper compensation when calculating overtime.
Merced man with schizophrenia alleges police department used excessive force
SACRAMENTO – A Merced man has sued Merced County, the city and its police department over allegations his constitutional rights were violated in a chase.
Tesla Model X owner alleges driver negligently engaged autopilot mode, struck Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
SAN FRANCISCO – The owner of a Tesla vehicle alleges a driver who rented the car caused more than $35,000 in damages when he collided with a toll plaza.
San Francisco condo unit owner alleges tenants of neighboring unit make 'severe' levels of noise
SAN FRANCISCO – A condo unit owner has filed a suit against the owners of a neighboring unit over the alleged noise made by their tenants.
Trump: Climate change lawsuits interfere with policy, should be dismissed
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – The Trump administration disapproves of climate change litigation initiated by cities and counties in California and the private attorneys they hired on a contingency fee.
Patron alleges Jack's Market in Los Angeles does not have accessible parking for persons with disabilities
LOS ANGELES – A wheelchair user alleges she encountered barriers at a Los Angeles business that limited her access.
National Distribution Centers requests change of venue for class action filed against it
LOS ANGELES – National Distribution Centers LLC has filed a request to have a class-action lawsuit brought against it removed from the California Superior Court of Los Angeles to the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
Class action alleges Leprino Foods violated Class Action Fairness Act
SACRAMENTO – A class-action complaint has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, Sacramento Division against Leprino Foods Co. alleging violations of the 2005 Class Action Fairness Act.
California Assembly takes on lawyer ads, unanimously passes bill that would punish misleading claims
SACRAMENTO - California's lawmakers have passed a bill aimed at combating what supporters claim is misleading advertising by plaintiffs attorneys.