News from May 2019
Second attorney sanctioned by federal judge in case of Hardeman v. Monsanto case
SAN FRANCISCO – A second attorney was sanctioned by a San Francisco federal judge on May 21 for “bad faith misconduct” stemming from her opening statements against Monsanto and its product Roundup earlier this year.
Judge finds web publishers didn't perform under their Google AdSense contract
SAN JOSE – A federal judge sided with Google in an online advertising contract dispute.
Judge signs off on $350,000 Essex Property Trust data breach settlement
OAKLAND – Now that a new identity protection vendor is secured, a federal judge has finalized a $350,000 settlement in a class action data breach complaint.
Injured driver's suit against insurance companies headed back to San Francisco court
OAKLAND – A federal judge has sent an insurance fraud lawsuit back to state court.
Eurosemillas not entitled to restitution in breach of contract case over bankrupt company, judge rules
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal magistrate judge has granted summary judgment in a legal dispute between medical technology investors.
Trademarkia cleared to continue infringement complaint against LegalZoom
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal judge has denied a dismissal of a trademark dispute centered on two competing legal advice websites.
Mineralogist called by defendants in Schmitz trial says no asbestos in J&J baby powder
OAKLAND – A mineralogist called by attorneys defending Johnson & Johnson said on Tuesday there was no asbestos found in the baby powder he tested from talc mines in Italy and Vermont.
Hunter: Case is about abating 'worst' man-made crisis; J&J: Case is about damages - not abatement
NORMAN, Okla. (Legal Newsline) - Admitting there is a high potential for abuse in opioid medications, Johnson & Johnson attorney Larry Ottaway said during opening arguments on Tuesday that physicians prescribing its medications Nucynta and Duragesic know this risk and have to know it to be licensed.
Opening remarks in opioid case against Johnson & Johnson alleges greed created drug epidemic
NORMAN, Okla. (Legal Newsline) – Opening arguments began Tuesday in a first-ever trial in attempt to hold drug manufacturers accountable for an opioid over-dose crisis, accusing Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary company Janssen Pharmaceuticals of providing medications for profit that destroyed thousands of lives.
Alameda County Superior Court: Actions Taken on May 20
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity on May 20 in the suits below:
May 20: Alameda County Superior Court docket for asbestos cases
The following cases categorized as "asbestos" cases were on the docket in the Alameda County Superior Court on May 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
GREENBERG TRAURIG: Greenberg Traurig is Finalist for 6 Diversity & Inclusion Awards from Chambers and Partners
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP and four of its attorneys are finalists for Chambers 2019 Diversity & Inclusion Awards from Chambers and Partners
GREENBERG TRAURIG: Greenberg Traurig’s Cris O’Neall Recognized as ‘Tax Advocate of the Year’
Cris K. O’Neall of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Orange County office has been recognized as “Tax Advocate of the Year” by the California Alliance of Taxpayer Advocates (CATA).
THOMPSON COBURN: Jennifer Post named to LA500 for 2019
In its May 20 issue, the Los Angeles Business Journal named Jennifer Post to the LA500, a list of the Most Influential People in Los Angeles.
SHEPPARD MULLIN: Sheppard Mullin Sponsors LA Galaxy OC Women’s Soccer Team
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that it is now a sponsor of LA Galaxy OC Women’s Soccer Team, the United Women’s Soccer team in Orange County, CA.
LITTLER MENDELSON: Shareholder Liseanne Kelly Rejoins Littler in San Diego
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, is pleased to announce that Liseanne R. Kelly has rejoined the firm as a shareholder in its San Diego office.
Judge denies plaintiffs' motion to remand Song-Beverly Act lawsuit against Ford
SACRAMENTO – A judge in the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of California has denied a motion to remand a lawsuit regarding a claimed violation of California law against the Ford Motor Co., thus keeping the lawsuit within federal jurisdiction.
Judge lifts stay on sale of California Guild name in grange dispute
SACRAMENTO – A judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California has lifted a stay on the sale of the name California Guild, which was purported to have been given up in a previous trademark lawsuit between plaintiff The National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry, a national fraternal agricultural organization, and a disaffiliated subgroup.
Court activity on May 24: Aaron Ramsey vs Ichor Systems Inc.
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Aaron Ramsey against Ichor Systems Inc. on May 24: 'Complaint-Wrongful Termination Filed'
Court activity on May 24: Binh Duong vs Omar Mughannam
The Alameda County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Binh Duong, Thuan Duong and Vo Duong against Omar Mughannam and Samir Mughannam on May 24: 'Complaint Breach Of Contract/Warranty Filed'