News from May 2024
Ex-Jurupa teacher, fired over alleged anti-faith directives, to get $360K in deal to end religious discrimination suit
Former Jurupa Valley High School teacher Jessica Tapia had sued when she was fired, allegedly after refusing to comply with school administrator's demands she stop talking about her Christian beliefs on social media and at school, and refer to transgender students by their preferred pronouns
Restaurant industry critical of state's interpretation of new California law barring 'hidden fees' on goods
Attorney General Rob Bonta has served up an unappetizing interpretation of a new California measure designed to do away with junk fees on goods and services, according to the state’s restaurant industry. Bonta's office has indicated that interpretation could expose restaurants to lawsuits and official enforcement actions.
Appeals court: Folsom residents can't bring class action vs city over leaking water pipes
A California state appeals panel says the differences in the condition of copper piping in homes and businesses in Folsom should flush an attempted class action lawsuit accusing the city of causing a nuisance by not properly treating its municipal water and allegedly causing a spate of "pinhole leaks" in Folsom properties in 2020
Motor vehicle insurance rates continue increasing nationwide, California costs above average
The cost of motor vehicle insurance rose 22.6% over the last year, according to the latest Consumer Price Index summary from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In comparison, the overall rate of inflation for the last year was 3.4%.
Legal Issues Concerning Working Platforms and Key Legal Risk Management Considerations on May 17, 2024
Richard Kalson will present “Legal Issues Concerning Working Platforms and Key Legal Risk Management Considerations” at the Association for Drilled Shaft Contractors West Coast Chapter Annual Meeting.
California saw $912 million in nuclear verdicts in 2023
In a report released on May 3, which examined "nuclear verdicts" nationwide, Marathon Strategies, a public relations firm, discovered that California experienced $912,019,135 in nuclear verdicts in 2023. Nuclear verdicts are defined as those exceeding $10 million.
US News can't block SF City Atty from investigating hospital rankings amid concerns over payments from hospitals
U.S. News and World Report is appealing a federal judge's decision that SF City Attorney David Chiu did not trample the publisher's First Amendment rights by sending subpoenas demanding information Chiu may later use to sue them under California consumer protection laws in disagreement over U.S. News' editorial decisions
Man accuses Good Samaritan Hospital and unnamed defendants of medical negligence
In a case filed in the Superior Court of California, a man alleges that he contracted a staph infection due to medical negligence at Good Samaritan Hospital. The plaintiff is seeking damages for pain and suffering caused by the alleged negligence.
Man sues Blue and Gold Fleet for personal injury alleging negligence and unseaworthiness of vessel
In a lawsuit filed in the Superior Court of California, a deckhand alleges that negligence from his employer, Blue and Gold Fleet, led to his injuries. The plaintiff seeks damages for physical and mental suffering as well as loss of earning capacity.
Family accuses multiple hospitals of negligent health care leading to a death
The article summarizes a lawsuit filed by Sonny Guevarra against multiple defendants alleging health care provider negligence leading to injury or death. The case was filed in the Superior Court of California.
Yvonne Toy Named a 2024 Lawdragon Leading Immigration Lawyer
San Francisco shareholder Yvonne Toy has been named to The 2024 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers list.
Appeals court: CA Supreme Court ruling makes Macy's next retailer unable to escape PAGA class action
A panel of the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals said a recent ruling from the California Supreme Court makes it impossible for Macy's to escape a class action under California's controversial Private Attorney General Act, even though the lead plaintiff's "individual claims" must go to arbitration
Couple challenge court's order in lawsuit against USAA General Indemnity Company over attorney fees
The Byerses are challenging a court order that granted USAA's motion to compel further responses regarding attorney fee documents. The dispute stems from a breach of contract and good faith related to hardwood flooring installation at their home.
Expunction Gumption: Troutman Pepper Helps Pro Bono Clients Clear Names
An estimated 78 million people in the United States have a criminal record, and those with records face extreme economic devastation, according to the 2023 National Survey of People with Records.
Man sues owners of two black labs for negligence after biting his face
A man, Luong Van Ngo, has filed a lawsuit against Megan and Nathan Mallamace alleging their negligence led to him being attacked by their dogs. The incident resulted in serious injuries to Mr. Ngo.
Woman accuses multiple drivers of negligence in motor vehicle accident
In a lawsuit filed at the Superior Court of California, Isela Ramirez alleges that negligence by Chun-Yin Yu, Alvaro Alfonso Rivera-Soto and Blanca Esthela Cortez resulted in a motor vehicle accident causing her personal injury. The case highlights the dangers of reckless driving and its potential consequences.
Woman sues VIP Surgicare and their medical staff for alleged medical negligence
A woman has filed a lawsuit against VIP Surgicare and several medical professionals alleging medical negligence. The plaintiff claims to have suffered permanent injuries due to their alleged negligence.
Lawsuit: HP customers never received refunds they were promised
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit alleges HP, Inc., offered sort-of warranties with the promise of a full refund if no issues arose with its computers but failed to pay up.
Nip-slip lawsuit: Cakes nipple covers not 'grippy,' slide off easily
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Citing negative online reviews, class action lawyers are suing the maker of nipple covers that allegedly fail to stay in place.
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed on behalf of California children challenging federal climate-change policies
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed on behalf of 18 California children that alleges federal climate-change policies discriminate against minors because the brunt of the resulting health risks will be assumed by children rather than adults.