News from April 2019
French Camp attorney faces disbarment over misappropriation and other allegations
SAN FRANCISCO – French Camp attorney Jannette I. Ramos faces disbarment by default following a March 8 California State Bar Court recommendation regarding six counts of alleged misconduct, including misappropriation.
Court activity on April 16: Darden Painting Inc. vs American Contractors Indemnity Company
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Darden Painting Inc. against American Contractors Indemnity Company, Cannon Constructors North Inc. and Uc Block 3 Associates LP on April 16: 'Complaint Breach Of Contract/Warranty Filed'
SHOOK HARDY & BACON LLP: New California Privacy Law a "Game-Changer," McCarthy Tells In-House Counsel
Missouri Lawyers Weekly interviewed Shook’s Colman McCarthy for the Spring issue of In-House Counsel , a special supplement focusing on evolving privacy laws.
DLA PIPER: Six DLA Piper lawyers named to Variety's 2019 Legal Impact Report
DLA Piper is pleased to announce that six of its lawyers have been selected for the 2019 Variety Legal Impact Report highlighting the top attorneys in the entertainment business.
Judge grants dismissal of man's seventh cause of action against Kelly Services Global, Dow
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal judge granted a dismissal of a California man's suit against Kelly Services Global LLC and The Dow Chemical Co.
Court rules Wausau Underwriters Insurance owes duty to defend in construction defect lawsuit
SAN DIEGO – A federal court has granted an insurance company's motion for partial summary judgment in a case involving one of its insureds who is facing allegations of manufacturing defective plumbing products for a condominium construction project.
Judge grants Siemens Medical request for leave to amend in suit filed by Quidel
SAN DIEGO – A federal judge has granted Siemens Medical Solution USA and Siemens Healthcare Diagnostic Inc.'s motion to amend its case in a suit over false advertising allegations.
Judge grants Project Management Institute's dismissal of software suit
SAN DIEGO – A federal judge split the difference in a project management software case involving defendant Project Management Institute and the plaintiff Workplace Technologies Research Inc.
DLA PIPER: Firm advises Tilson Technology Management in SDC Capital Partners' $100 million investment
DLA Piper made the following announcement on April 9:
Judge grants $6,380 legal fees instead of requested $22,000 in Rai Rocklin Investments ADA case
SACRAMENTO – Stemming from a prior case in which Scott Johnson sued Rai Rocklin Investments for its alleged inability to provide an accessible restroom in a restaurants, Judge Kimberly J. Mueller of the U.S. District for the Eastern District California awarded Johnson $6,380 in legal fees and costs.
Disbarment recommended for Beverly Hills attorney over multiple misconduct charges
SAN FRANCISCO (Northern California Record) — Longtime Beverly Hills attorney Gilbert Ralph Geilim-Morales faces possible disbarment following a March 4 California State Bar Court recommendation over multiple counts of alleged misconduct, including a 2015 assault on his wife.
Disbarment backed for Newbury Park attorney who allegedly appeared before board with inactive license
SAN FRANCISCO (Northern California Record) — Newbury Park attorney Dee Ella Dorey faces possible disbarment by default following a March 11 California State Bar Court recommendation four counts of alleged misconduct in a single client matter.
DLA PIPER: Firm advises Riverwood Capital in its Series F investment in Sauce Labs Inc.
DLA Piper made the following announcement on April 9:
Disbarment recommended for Hayward attorney who took vacation instead of showing up for trial
SAN FRANCISCO (Northern California Record) — Longtime Hayward attorney Ernest Linford Anderson faces possible disbarment after he allegedly failed to obey court orders, according to a recent recommendation issued by the California State Bar Court.
DLA PIPER: Firm announces partnership promotions for 2019
DLA Piper made the following announcement on April 2
April 15: Alameda County Superior Court docket for wrongful termination cases
The following wrongful termination-related cases were on the docket in the Alameda County Superior Court on April 15. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Court activity on April 15: Peggy Burton vs Confluent Medical Technilogies Inc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Peggy Burton against Confluent Medical Technilogies Inc. on April 15.
Alameda County Superior Court: Actions Taken on April 15
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity on April 15 in the suits below:
Court activity on April 15: Yolanda Vieira vs Ulta Salon Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Yolanda Vieira against Ulta Salon Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc. on April 15: 'Complaint-Other Employment Filed'