News from August 2024
Sacramento Resident Sues Local Couple Over Negligent Driving Incident
Tajane Marie Kelly has filed a lawsuit against Brian Edwin Blanton and Angela Blanton following a car accident that left her injured and financially strained. Filed in Sacramento's Superior Court on July 31st, 2024, Kelly seeks damages for medical expenses, lost earnings, and more.
Appeals panel resurrects class action accusing Bank of America of overcharging ATM fees
Customers say out-of-network machines trigger $5 fee for every balance inquiry instead of $2.50
Hotel Guest Sues Vince’s Motel Over Bedbug Infestation
Tybyu Burch has filed a lawsuit against Vince’s Motel alleging severe physical and emotional distress caused by a bedbug infestation during his stay in August 2022. Represented by attorney Ilan N. Rosen Janfaza, Burch seeks damages for negligence and fraudulent concealment among other charges.
Utility Company Sued Over Devastating Wildfire
A new lawsuit filed by Singleton Schreiber LLP accuses utility company PacifiCorp and its employee Richard Harris of causing the McKinney Fire through negligent maintenance practices. The plaintiffs seek compensation for extensive property damage and personal losses incurred during the fire.
Woman Alleges Negligence by Medical Center During Painful Labor
Amanda Herrera has filed a lawsuit against Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Dr. Ahmed Uddin for alleged medical malpractice during her labor in August 2023 that led to severe complications requiring ongoing treatment.
Daily Journal Recognizes Lynne Hermle and Erin Connell as Top Employment Lawyers
Partners Erin Connell and Lynne Hermle, members of Orrick’s labor and employment practice, have been named to the Daily Journal’s annual list of California’s Top Employment Lawyers.
$115M Oracle privacy class action settlement gets initial OK; Lawyers could get $28.75M
A San Francisco federal judge has given preliminary approval to a deal to settle claims Oracle acted as a data broker, gathering information about its users without their consent and selling the data to third parties to target ads
Tennessee Couple Sues Airbnb for Negligence After Vacation Injury
A Tennessee couple has filed a lawsuit against Airbnb alleging negligence after an incident at a rental property in El Salvador left one spouse severely injured. They seek damages for medical expenses and loss of consortium among other claims.
Plaintiff Alleges Aura Health Enabled Third Parties To Intercept Sensitive User Data
A new class action lawsuit filed by Stacy Penning accuses Aura Health of allowing third parties like Meta Platforms and Mixpanel to intercept sensitive user data through its website and mobile app without consent. The suit seeks both injunctive relief and monetary damages for affected users under the California Invasion of Privacy Act.
Plaintiffs Allege Home Inspection Firm Concealed Major Structural Defects
A Sacramento couple has filed a lawsuit against a local home inspection company alleging professional negligence after discovering undisclosed structural defects in their newly purchased home. The plaintiffs are seeking compensatory damages totaling $53,565.76 for necessary repairs.
Patient Alleges Medical Negligence Against Folsom Surgery Center Following Unauthorized Procedure
Amber Clarkson has filed a lawsuit against Folsom Surgery Center alleging severe medical negligence after an unauthorized procedure during a routine surgery caused significant health issues. The case highlights accusations of failure to obtain informed consent among other claims.
Motorist Alleges Negligence Against Driver Following Highway Collision
Arath Gutierrez has filed a lawsuit against Sin Yee Chung following a severe car accident on Highway 101 near Palo Alto. The complaint alleges negligence resulting in serious injuries and seeks damages exceeding $25,000.
12 Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Listed in 2024 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under - U.S. Edition
12 shareholders from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been listed in the 2024 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under – U.S. edition.
Mother Sues Ford Motor Company Over Fatal Vehicle Defects
A Texas mother has filed a lawsuit against Ford Motor Company and Tiffany Motor Company following her son's tragic death in a rollover accident involving a defective vehicle. The suit alleges negligence in manufacturing and selling an unsafe car with critical design flaws leading to catastrophic injuries.
Married Couple Sues Major Retailer Over Defective Product Causing Severe Injuries
Maria Corey alleges that a defective abdominal muscle toning belt purchased from Costco caused her severe burn injuries. Alongside her husband David Corey, they have filed a lawsuit seeking damages for negligence against Costco Wholesale Corporation along with two other companies involved in manufacturing and distributing the product.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Hilton Hotels Over Bedbug Infestation
Nikka Freeman and Alicia Freeman have filed a lawsuit against Hilton Hotels Corporation and associated entities following a severe bedbug infestation during their stay at a Hampton Inn in Morgan Hill, California. The plaintiffs allege negligence among other charges and seek various forms of relief including damages for physical and emotional injuries.
Plaintiff accuses Hipcamp of negligence over zipline injury
Howard Hong has filed a lawsuit against Hipcamp and two individuals after suffering severe injuries from a zipline accident at a rental property in California. The suit alleges negligence and seeks damages for medical expenses, lost earnings, and other related costs.
Tenants Sue Landlords Over Severe Living Conditions in SF Apartment
Yuliya and Svetlana Chepurko have filed a lawsuit against their landlords alleging severe habitability issues at their San Francisco apartment including toxic mold infestations and harassment. They seek damages for emotional distress among other claims in what promises to be a significant tenant rights case.
Appeals court: California law letting sex abuse victims sue school districts over decades old claims is constitutional
School districts say the law could threaten public school districts, which are tasked with educating millions of children in California, with financially devastating lawsuits and insolvency over decades-old legal claims.
Plaintiff Alleges Breach of Contract Against Surgical Group
WUWTA Inc., a marketing service provider for medical practices based in San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against M. Matin Surgical And Dental Group Inc., alleging breach of contract among other claims including fraud and defamation.