News from 2018
Convention Electrical Services alleged to have failed to pay union contributions
SAN DIEGO – An electrical services provider is alleged to have failed to pay an amount found due and owing to union benefit funds.
Long Beach attorney faces disbarment for alleged misappropriation of more than $87,000
SAN FRANCISCO (Northern California Record) – Long Beach attorney Gaurav D. Datta faces possible disbarment by default following a recently announced California State Bar Court recommendation over alleged misappropriation in a trust account matter.
Parcel Pending alleged to have failed to disclose it recorded calls
SAN DIEGO – A consumer alleges that a debt collector failed to inform him that it was recording their calls.
Driver seeks damages over auto accident a Fresno intersection
FRESNO – A motorist alleges her vehicle was struck when another driver attempted to make a turn at a Fresno intersection and failed to stop for oncoming traffic.
Kiva Health Brands seeks damages from Kiva Brands over trademark infringement allegations
SAN DIEGO – A food supplement distributor based in Hawaii alleges that a San Francisco-area company engaged in the sale of cannabis-containing confections is using a similar trademark.
Avvo alleged to have recorded phone call without disclosure or permission
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego County man alleges that a Washington company called him to solicit its services and failed to disclose that the call would be recorded.
Consumer alleges Hansen’s Natural sodas contain artificial ingredients
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego County resident alleges a brand of soda is falsely advertised as natural.
Rash Curtis & Associates alleged to have attempted to collect unauthorized fee from consumer
SACRAMENTO – A Placerville consumer alleges a Vacaville debt collector attempted to collect an unlawful fee.
Federal judge approves sale of land held by SEC in fraudulent investment scheme
SAN DIEGO – In a lawsuit concerning the sale of foreclosed property, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California recently approved a motion to sell a 42-acre section of a 106-acre tract for $1,282,600 with the proceeds being paid to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Patron alleges parking lot at Rally's Restaurant in El Centro violates accessibility guidelines
SAN DIEGO – An El Centro restaurant is alleged to have failed to maintain in working and useable condition features on the property that are needed for access by customers with disabilities.
SteelCity Investments alleges insurer failed to thoroughly investigate damage to rental property
FRESNO – The owner of a rental home damaged by a vehicle alleges its insurer deprived it of the payment of the policy benefits.
New Jersey photographer claims IVC Media used photo without authorization
SAN DIEGO – A professional photographer residing in New Jersey alleges a San Diego website operator unlawfully used one of his photos.
Wheelchair user alleges step at M T Mini Mart entrance prevented him from entering
SACRAMENTO – A wheelchair user alleges he was unable to enter a Fresno business because of a step at the entrance.
FedEx Freight employees allege they lost their jobs because of their disabilities
SACRAMENTO – Two West Sacramento residents allege they were terminated by their employer after more than a decade of employment because of their disabilities.
Inaccurate information on credit report from Ditech Financial damaged credit, man alleges
SACRAMENTO – A Vallejo consumer alleges his creditworthiness has been damaged because of inaccurate information on his credit score.
Farmers Insurance claims employee files gender discrimination suit over exam results
SACRAMENTO – A Lincoln woman alleges she was not promoted because of gender and sex discrimination.
Consumer alleges Encor Solar, others have called him without his consent
SAN DIEGO – A consumer alleges companies in Utah and Florida have been unlawfully robocalling him.
JACKSON LEWIS PC: Guillermo A. Escobedo Appointed Vice President of San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association
Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, congratulates Principal Guillermo A. Escobedo, who was appointed Vice President of the San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association (SDLRLA).
THOMPSON COBURN LLP: Los Angeles office receives top 10 city ranking in Am Law’s Midlevel Associates Survey
Thompson Coburn’s Los Angeles office has received a top 10 ranking in the city-specific rankings for The American Lawyer’s Midlevel Associates Survey, which evaluates the satisfaction levels of third-, fourth- and fifth-year associates at Am Law 200 firms.
BUCHALTER NEMER: Buchalter Welcomes Managing Shareholder and Three Attorneys from Archer Norris in San Francisco
Buchalter is pleased to announce a team of former Archer Norris attorneys, including the Firm’s former Managing Shareholder, have joined the Firm.