News from November 2024
Woman who suffered stroke after crash can't sue Petaluma paramedics who responded to scene
A state appeals panel has ruled a woman who suffered a stroke that left her with impaired speech and partial paralysis after falling asleep hours after a car crash can't sue the paramedics who examined her on scene, in part because she refused repeated requests to transport her to the hospital for observation
Sheppard Mullin Represents Mitchelville Real Estate Group in Landmark Real Estate Joint Venture in San Francisco
Sheppard Mullin represented Mitchelville Real Estate Group (MREG) in connection with the purchase and redevelopment of 3300 Mission Street in San Francisco, providing advice in connection with all aspects of the development including, acquisition, entitlements, financing, construction and other matters.
Netflix beats investors' lawsuit claiming misled about extent of 'password sharing'
A San Francisco federal judge has ruled investors can't continue their lawsuit accusing media streaming giant Netflix of misleading shareholders and the market about restraints on growth from the company's alleged failure to adequately police and account for inter-household "password sharing"
Plaintiff Alleges Ride-Sharing Giant Negligence Led to Assault
A plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., claiming she was sexually assaulted by an Uber driver due to the company's alleged negligence in ensuring passenger safety.
Property Owner Accused of Negligence After Tenant's Fall
Deborah Stanton has filed a lawsuit against Sequoia WCL Investments LLC following a severe fall due to alleged negligence at one of their properties in Colfax, California.
Healdsburg family settles suit vs city over alleged unconstitutional 'inclusionary zoning' fees
The city of Healdsburg will pay a local couple $30K for trying to force them to pay $20K in 'inclusionary zoning fees' to get a permit and zoning needed to build their family a new home and rent out their existing duplex. The couple and their lawyers urged everyone to fight similar 'unconstitutional' fees
Plaintiff alleges Maritime Negligence Against Cremation Service Provider Following Accident
A lawsuit has been filed against S.E. Combined Services Inc., operating as Neptune Society after an accident at sea left Don Vonk injured during a memorial service voyage on November 25th last year.
Greenberg Traurig’s Nikki E. Dobay to Speak at 43rd Institute on State and Local Taxation
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Shareholder Nikki E. Dobay will speak at the NYU School of Professional Studies 43rd Institute on State and Local Taxation in New York Dec. 17.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Embryo Storage Providers After Devastating Loss
A heartbreaking lawsuit has been filed against three companies following the destruction of donated embryos meant for a couple struggling with infertility issues for over a decade.
Plaintiff Alleges City and County Negligence Over Dangerous Sidewalk Condition
In a recent lawsuit filed in San Francisco's Superior Court, Jill A. Strother accuses local government entities and a trust organization of negligence after she suffered injuries from tripping over an uneven sidewalk grate.
Jane Doe Sues Uber for Negligence Following Alleged Sexual Assault by Driver
A California woman has filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., claiming negligence after allegedly being sexually assaulted by an Uber driver during a ride booked through their app in October 2021.
Ride-Sharing Giant Accused of Negligence Amid Sexual Assault Allegations
A lawsuit filed against Lyft alleges systemic negligence in protecting passengers from sexual assault by its drivers despite knowing about such incidents since at least 2015.
As auto insurance rates soar, advocates note tort reform could save California billions
California drivers are facing a sharp increase in auto insurance rates, with the average cost for full coverage rising from $1,666 in 2022 to $2,417 in June 2023.
Plaintiff Alleges Assault by Former Employer During Labor Dispute
In a legal battle stemming from a labor dispute gone awry, Juan Cobos has filed a lawsuit against Breitling USA and one of its managers for alleged assault involving pepper spray use during union activities in San Francisco.
Plaintiff Alleges Ride-Sharing Giant Fostered Environment Allowing Sexual Assaults
A lawsuit has been filed against a major ride-sharing company alleging negligence after a woman was sexually assaulted by one of its drivers.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Alleges Website Inaccessibility Against California Corporation
A visually-impaired individual has filed a lawsuit against Farmay Incorporated in San Francisco Superior Court for alleged violations of accessibility laws due to their inaccessible website.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against San Francisco Daycare Following Child's Death
In a heart-wrenching lawsuit filed on November 15th in San Francisco's Superior Court, parents Felipe Fontoura de Carvalho and Zulma Christina Figueroa Hernandez accuse Lovely Kids Daycare of negligence leading to their child's tragic death.
Former Employee Alleges California Corporations Violated Wage Laws
A former cook has filed a lawsuit against several California corporations alleging systematic violations of state labor laws.
Plaintiffs accuse tech giant Google LLC of privacy invasion through secret data collection
A group led by Ellen Booth has filed a lawsuit against Google LLC alleging unauthorized interception and sale of private browsing data from Chrome's Incognito mode.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Malpractice Suit
James Derbin has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare providers associated with Palo Alto Medical Foundation following an allegedly botched hip surgery in December 2023.