News from September 2024
Insurance Company Sues City Over Negligence Leading to Employee Injury
LM Insurance Corporation has filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco over alleged negligence leading to an employee's injury while working for United Parcel Service (UPS). The insurer seeks recovery for Workers' Compensation benefits already paid out and future costs associated with ongoing medical care.
Patient Alleges Major Hospital Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
Hudine Orozco has filed a lawsuit against Sutter Bay Hospitals dba Sutter Health CPMC Mission Bernal Hospital and Dr. Leah A. Schraga for alleged medical malpractice resulting in severe injuries including intracranial hemorrhage and requiring craniotomy surgery.
San Francisco Woman Sues Major Grocery Chain Over Negligence Leading To Severe Injuries
Adela Villamar has filed a lawsuit against Albertsons Safeway LLC alleging negligence after she fell at one of their stores in San Francisco due to unsafe conditions. She seeks compensation for medical expenses and lost wages among other damages.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Property Management Company Over Hazardous Staircase
Christine Wagner has filed a lawsuit against Pinebrook Village Properties LLC and its owners for alleged negligence leading to her severe injuries after falling down a hazardous staircase on their property in Folsom, CA. The case outlines various damages sought by Wagner including medical expenses and emotional distress.
Former Employee Alleges Red Bull Distribution Company Violated Multiple Labor Laws
A former Area Sales Manager has filed a class action lawsuit against Red Bull Distribution Company alleging numerous labor law violations including unpaid overtime wages and meal period infractions. The suit seeks compensation for unpaid wages among other forms of relief.
Consumer Sues Major Auto Manufacturer Over Alleged Defective Vehicle
Antonio Puentes has filed a lawsuit against FCA US in California's Superior Court over persistent mechanical issues with his newly purchased Dodge Ram truck. He seeks compensatory damages and civil penalties under California's Lemon Law.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Dog Owners Following Vicious Attack
Two residents have filed a lawsuit against multiple parties following a severe dog attack at their apartment complex in San Jose. The plaintiffs accuse the defendants of negligence and failure to control their dangerous pets.
SF federal judge: EPA must reevaluate acceptable fluoride levels in water
While public health officials believe water containing fluoride helps to promote dental and skeletal health in the U.S., a federal judge said EPA has been wrong to refuse to consider fluoridation's alleged and debated impact on childhood cognitive development
Attorney General Joins Fight Against International Arms Trafficking
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, as part of a coalition of 14 attorneys general, submitted a multi-state letter to congressional leaders supporting the passage of the Caribbean Arms Trafficking Causes Harm Act (CATCH Act) and encouraging Congress to take additional steps to stop the flow of illegally trafficked firearms from the United States into the Caribbean.
Former Employee Alleges Multiple Labor Violations Against Bonney Plumbing LLC
Nathaniel Swaney Henry has filed a class-action lawsuit against his former employer Bonney Plumbing LLC in Sacramento County Superior Court on September 13th, accusing them of numerous labor law violations including failure to pay proper wages and denying lawful meal breaks.
Shopper Sues Shopping Outlet Over Dangerous Walkway
Jana Malm has filed a lawsuit against Simon Property Group Inc., Folsom Premium Outlets, and others for injuries sustained due to an allegedly hazardous walkway at Folsom Premium Outlets in California.
Plaintiffs Allege Medical Malpractice Against Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
A family has filed a lawsuit against Santa Clara Valley Medical Center alleging severe negligence during childbirth led to their baby's brain injury. The case seeks extensive damages for both economic losses and emotional distress experienced by both mother and child.
Patient Alleges Dentist's Negligence Resulted in Severe Injuries
Samantha Frank has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Troy Scott Follmar alleging professional negligence resulting in severe physical and emotional distress. Filed on September 11th in Santa Clara County Superior Court, Frank seeks damages for medical expenses and ongoing pain stemming from alleged malpractice dating back to August 2022.
Former Branch Managers Sue Auto-Chlor System Over Unpaid Overtime
Three former branch managers have filed a lawsuit against Auto-Chlor System alleging unpaid overtime wages among other labor violations in Santa Clara County Superior Court on September 13th.
Appeals panel: Nurses should get chance to sue San Francisco over unpaid OT
9th Circuit rules city hasn't showed its nurses are salaried employees exempt from certain FLSA guidelines
Olive Garden partners with Uber in reversal of previous statements
Darden Restaurants, Inc., the parent company of Olive Garden, has announced a multi-year exclusive delivery partnership with Uber Technologies, Inc. set to begin with Olive Garden in late 2024.
Tri-Delta Transit’s Mobility on Demand with Uber provides accessible service
Tri-Delta Transit’s Mobility on Demand program, in partnership with Uber, continues to provide accessible solutions to transportation issues faced by individuals with disabilities.
Greenberg Traurig’s Lindsay E. Hutner and Philip I. Person to Participate in PLI Cutting-Edge Employment Law Issues 2024
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Lindsay E. Hutner and Philip I. Person will present at the Practising Law Institute (PLI) Cutting-Edge Employment Law Issues 2024: The California Difference Oct. 1.
NFIB Chief Economist: 'Uncertainty among small business owners continues to rise' amidst high inflation
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg said "uncertainty among small business owners continues to rise" as inflationary pressures continue.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Cardiologist Over Mother's Death
In a gripping medical malpractice case filed in Sacramento County's Superior Court on August 26, siblings Daniel McCurry and Carie Powell accuse cardiologist Dr Inder Singh of negligence leading to their mother's death after refusing her transfer for urgent treatment