News from January 2019
Question over engineer's wages for mining company headed to the California Supreme Court
A group of engineers who sued a mining company for discrepancies in wages had a question for the California Supreme Court certified by a federal court.
Suit over Yahoo's unsolicited text messages headed to California Supreme Court
Tech giant Yahoo's case against an insurer refusing to cover as personal injury the alleged privacy violations brought about by Yahoo's unsolicited text messages is headed to the California Supreme Court.
As Supreme Court bans foie gras, restaurant association says change will impact California restaurant industry
The Supreme Court has allowed California to ban foie gras after six years of the state waiting to enforce a ruling that was initially made 15 years ago.
Three seek damages over Fresno vehicle collision
FRESNO – Three individuals are seeking damages over a multi-vehicle accident that occurred in Fresno.
Lemoore resident files suit over Fresno auto accident
FRESNO – A Lemoore resident is seeking damages from a Kerman resident over a vehicle collision in Fresno.
Andy's BP, Self-Serve Petroleum alleged to have failed to provide meal, rest periods
SAN FRANCISCO – Former employees of San Francisco companies allege they were not provided proper meal and rest periods during their employment as gas station attendants.
Amica Mutual Insurance seeks more than $8,000 from driver
SAN FRANCISCO – An insurance company is seeking damages from a driver over property damages allegedly incurred in a San Francisco collision.
Former Grubmarket employee alleges he was not paid for all hours worked
SAN FRANCISCO – A Newark man alleges he was not compensated for all hours he worked by a food delivery service.
Mission Bay Construction alleged to have failed to complete San Francisco project in timely manner
SAN FRANCISCO – A San Francisco company alleges a contractor failed to timely complete work on a project.
Woman seeks damages from owners of San Francisco apartment after balcony detached from building
SAN FRANCISCO – A Los Angeles resident is seeking damages from the owners and managers of a San Francisco apartment after a third-floor balcony she was standing on detached from the building and fell.
Wrongful termination suit filed against Linger, Peterson & Shrum
FRESNO – A woman alleges she was wrongfully terminated by her former employer because she requested accommodation for her disability.
Court rules Securities and Exchange Commission failed to show entitlement to disgorgement from Berkeley Healthcare Dynamics
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California partially granted the Securities Exchange Commission’s motion for summary judgment in its case against companies it alleged violated federal securities laws.
International Aero Products granted leave to amend complaint in Aero trademark infringement case
LOS ANGELES – The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California granted in part and denied in part motions in a company’s trademark infringement case against a similarly named company on Jan. 8.
Court rules MetLife owes couple nearly $500,000 for attorneys' fees in insurance claim dispute
SAN FRANCISCO – On Jan. 7, a federal court granted in part a couple’s motion for judgment award against their insurance company after they were denied coverage several times for payment of accident dismemberment benefits.
Plaintiff witness discusses asbestos fibers in ongoing talcum powder trial
ALAMEDA – The difference between the asbestos fibers you have in your body and the asbestos fibers Terry Leavitt is alleging caused her to develop mesothelioma are their size a pathologist said on Wednesday, adding that baby powder exposure is so far the lone indicator.
Court activity on Jan. 18: First Cut Farmsllc vs Alta Supplyinc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by First Cut Farmsllc against Alta Supplyinc., Blair "Auguste" Lamar and Vista Distributioninc. on Jan. 18: 'Complaint Breach Of Contract/Warranty Filed'
Court activity on Jan. 18: George Lugo vs Ls Trucking Inc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by George Lugo against Ls Trucking Inc. on Jan. 18: 'Complaint-Other Employment Filed'
Court activity on Jan. 18: Grace Beatty vs Department of Industrial Relations - Wcab
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Grace Beatty against Department of Industrial Relations - Wcab on Jan. 18: 'Complaint Breach Of Contract/Warranty Filed'
Court activity on Jan. 18: People of the State of California vs General Nutrition Centers Inc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by People of the State of California against General Nutrition Centers Inc. and Rainbow Light Nutritional Systems LLC on Jan. 18: 'Judgment Entered'
Court activity on Jan. 18: Brandon Crawford vs Shred-it Usa LLC
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Brandon Crawford against Shred-it Usa LLC on Jan. 18: 'Complaint-Other Employment Filed'