News from 2024
Nonprofit Lifespan Research Institution accused of Constructive Fraud by Donor
April Okita has filed a lawsuit against Lifespan Research Institution for allegedly misleading donors during a cryptocurrency fundraising campaign in July 2021 by concealing plans to remove their Chief Science Officer, Dr. Aubrey de Grey.
Couple Alleges Medical Malpractice Against Stanford Healthcare Institutions
A couple has filed a lawsuit against Stanford Hospital and affiliated entities claiming severe medical malpractice resulting in significant health complications for one spouse while impacting their marital relationship significantly due to loss of...
Plaintiff Alleges Major Automaker Breached Warranty Over Defective Vehicle
Joshua A. Perez has taken legal action against Volkswagen Group of America Inc., claiming defects in his newly purchased vehicle rendered it unsafe and unreliable despite warranties provided by the automaker.
Plaintiff Accuses Healthcare Provider Ro Health LLC of Labor Law Violations
A former employee has launched a class-action lawsuit against healthcare provider Ro Health LLC alleging numerous labor law violations including unpaid wages and lack of required breaks during her employment period earlier this year
Former Employee Sues Sportplex Food & Beverage Over Wage Violations
Aidee Alvear has taken legal action against her former employers Sportplex Food & Beverage LLC and The Plex LLC for alleged labor law violations including unpaid wages and inadequate break times.
Plaintiff Scott Johnson alleges California businesses Park & Lincoln LLC and JC Tools & Accessories LLC violated ADA
Scott Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Park & Lincoln LLC and JC Tools & Accessories LLC for alleged violations of disability access laws at their San Jose location.
Plaintiff Accuses Electronics Companies of Wage Violations
A class action lawsuit has been filed against two electronics companies in California alleging significant labor law violations including unpaid overtime and minimum wages.
Plaintiff alleges California Nonprofit Corporation misdiagnosed breast cancer
Irina Kovlerova has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Stephanie L. Jun and Sutter Health for alleged medical malpractice resulting in delayed breast cancer diagnosis and treatment complications.
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.