News from August 2024
Property Manager Sues Online Platform Craigslist Over Ad Removals
Lynley Kerr Hogan has filed a lawsuit against Craigslist alleging wrongful ad removals leading to significant financial losses. The suit includes claims of negligent interference with economic relations and violations of First Amendment rights among others.
Plaintiff accuses Uber Technologies Inc. and Driver of Negligence Following Collision
A severe car accident involving an Uber driver has led Cesar Augusto Portela Barreto to file a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., its subsidiaries Rasier LLC and Rasier-CA LLC, and driver Gulshan Rai Gohri for negligence among other charges. The suit seeks compensation for property damage, medical expenses, lost wages, and general damages for pain and suffering.
Williams-Sonoma accused of violating privacy laws through unauthorized tracking
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Williams-Sonoma for allegedly using unauthorized tracking software on its website to monitor user interactions without consent. Plaintiffs Kelly Jones, Diamond Quan, and Christina Zinzun seek statutory damages and injunctive relief for what they claim are violations under federal and state privacy laws.
Passenger Challenges Warrantless Vehicle Search Leading To Firearm Discovery
Davonyae Sellers has filed an appeal against Sacramento County police's warrantless search during a minor traffic stop which led to discovering loose marijuana and an unregistered firearm under his seat. His defense argues lack probable cause citing legal nuances post-Proposition-64 cannabis regulations amidst ongoing judicial reviews determining constitutionality surrounding civil liberties within modern contraband enforcement contexts statewide today
Former Employee Alleges Wrongful Arbitration Decision Against Southwest Traders
John Driggers has accused his former employer Southwest Traders Inc., claiming their arbitration ruling was marred by corruption and unfair practices following his termination from employment at their company.
Ice Cream Manufacturer Accused Of Violating Wage And Hour Laws By Employee
Mario Lara has filed a lawsuit against Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream alleging violations of wage and hour laws under California's Labor Code Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). The case centers on whether non-individual PAGA claims should be stayed pending arbitration.
Family Sues Assisted Living Facility Over Alleged Wrongful Death
In a gripping legal drama unfolding in Sacramento's Third Appellate District Court, Miranda Viani and her co-plaintiffs have sued Fair Oaks Estates over allegations surrounding Debra Baker's untimely death following an injury at the facility. Despite initial setbacks including dismissed appeals due to jurisdictional issues, they persistently seek justice against perceived procedural missteps by their own counsel.
Family Trust Provision Sparks Legal Battle Among Siblings Over 'Hostile Acts'
A unique provision meant to maintain peace among siblings has led to a fierce legal battle over its interpretation within a family trust worth millions. Read how Mary C. Garaventa's attempt at fostering harmony turned into ongoing litigation among her heirs.
Former Employee Sues Sonoma Valley Health Care District Over Privacy Violations
Debra Linn Smith has filed a lawsuit against Sonoma Valley Health Care District alleging wrongful termination due to non-compliance with COVID-19 testing policies and violations under California's Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA). The appellate court upheld an earlier ruling dismissing her case based on procedural grounds related to timely claim submission requirements.
Leading Business Coalition Urges Supreme Court Review in Key Case on Government-Forced Union Representation
Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute® (WPI®), the government relations and public policy arm of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has filed an amicus curiae brief on behalf of the Coalition for a Democratic Workplace (CDW), which represents millions of businesses collectively employing tens of millions of workers across the country in nearly every industry.
Defaulted Commercial Mortgage Loans: Default Resolution, Loan Modifications, Foreclosure Proceedings, and Deed in Lieu Arrangements on August 27, 2024
Financial Services attorney Loren Higgins will be speaking on a myLawCLE program about strategies accessible to commercial mortgage lenders when addressing defaulted commercial mortgage loans.
Judge: Female ex-Twitter workers still can't move ahead with sex discrimination suit over layoffs
A San Francisco federal judge said the lawsuit doesn't do enough to back claims that Elon Musk and his managers discriminated against women when laying off thousands of workers after Musk took over Twitter in late 2022
Troutman Pepper Shortlisted for Four American Lawyer Industry Awards
The American Lawyer has named Troutman Pepper a finalist in four categories for the 2024 American Lawyer Industry Awards.
Federal law doesn't shield Glassdoor from defamation suit over negative employee reviews, judge says
A federal judge in Mississippi has ruled a charter air service can continue suing Glassdoor for allegedly defamatory reviews posted on the site by anonymous ex-employees, rejecting claims that Section 230 should protect Glassdoor from the lawsuit
L.A. must pay PricewaterhouseCoopers $2.5M for impeding PWC's efforts to uncover scheme in water billing lawsuits
The California Supreme Court said a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge didn't exceed his authority to order the city of Los Angeles to pay $2.5 million to PWC for attempting to conceal collusion with lawyers to settle a class action lawsuit over city utility billing overcharges and make PWC foot the bill
Holland & Knight Wins Dismissal of Meta Pixel Data Privacy Class Action Case Against Palomar Health
A team of Holland & Knight healthcare litigators based in San Francisco earned a significant victory for long-time client Palomar Health by securing a dismissal of a class action lawsuit involving its alleged misuse of online Meta Pixel tracking tools on its public-facing website and patient portal.
Former Employee Sues Dental Management Company Over Racial Discrimination
Melissa Blackwell has filed a lawsuit against Straine Dental Management LLC alleging racial discrimination, harassment, and retaliation during her employment as an HR Generalist at their Sacramento office. The case highlights specific incidents involving derogatory comments about Juneteenth made by managing partner Sid Ahtye.
Healthcare Provider Accused of Negligence After Amputation Patient Injured by Faulty Wheelchair
Joyce McClendon has filed a lawsuit against Apria Healthcare LLC alleging negligence and medical malpractice after being injured by an improperly supplied wheelchair following her leg amputation surgery. The case highlights critical issues regarding patient safety and adherence to medical equipment orders.
Plaintiff Alleges Medical Negligence Against Hospital Leading To Wrongful Death
Joan Wallis has filed a lawsuit against Sutter Bay Hospitals and White Fir Holdings alleging medical negligence resulting in her mother's death after a routine procedure went wrong. The case highlights serious accusations regarding inadequate patient care and negligent hiring practices.
Defendants accused of Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A negligence lawsuit has been filed against two individuals after a minor suffered severe injuries while playing unsupervised in an unsafe bounce house on their property. The plaintiffs seek various forms of compensation for damages incurred due to this incident.