News from 2024
SCOTUS to consider if other states, energy companies can sue to reverse California's special emissions regulating power
The U.S. Supreme Court won't consider - yet - if California gets to keep its outsized power to use a special provision in federal Clean Air law to essentially set vehicle emissions standards throughout the U.S. But the court will consider if other states and energy companies have the right to challenge that authority in court
Elderly Shopper Sues Retail Giant Target Over Negligence Incident
A lawsuit has been filed by Agnes Lau against Target Corporation following an alleged negligence incident at their Stonestown Galleria store where she sustained serious injuries after being struck by an employee-operated cart.
Plaintiffs Allege Construction Company Negligence Led to Burglary
In a recent lawsuit filed in San Francisco's Superior Court, Yang Wook Lee and Woo Won Lee accuse Nibbi Bros.
Cyclist Sues San Francisco Entities Over Dangerous Bike Path Conditions
A cyclist has taken legal action against several entities in San Francisco following an accident caused by hazardous conditions on a temporary bike path near McCovey Cove.
Investor Alleges Fraud Against Film Production Company Over Misleading Investment Promises
Maria Tello has filed a lawsuit against Healed LLC alleging fraudulent practices over an $80K investment in their film project 'Healed.'
Man may escape felony charge for fighting with cops because Ventura judge, D.A. mishandled case: CA Sup. Ct.
The California state Supreme Court agreed a Ventura County judge had exceeded authority in unilaterally reducing a man's felony charge for fighting with police officers. But they said the charges may yet be dismissed altogether, because of further missteps by the judge and Ventura County district attorneys in the case
San Francisco Faces Negligence Lawsuit Over Dangerous Road Conditions
James Williamson has filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco following severe injuries sustained from hitting an unmaintained pothole while cycling.
Plaintiff Accuses InGenesis Inc., Bay Area Community Health of Wage Violations
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against InGenesis Inc., Bay Area Community Health alleging violations of labor laws including unpaid wages and inaccurate wage statements under California's PAGA statute.
Plaintiff Accuses Educational Corporation of Wage Violations
Cari Blain has filed a class-action lawsuit against Spring Education Group Inc., accusing them of multiple labor law violations including unpaid wages and failure to provide legally mandated breaks.
Top Dominoes Player Alleges Online Gaming Giant Engaged in Fraudulent Practices
Nathaniel Tsegay has filed a lawsuit against Skillz Inc., accusing them of unfair business practices after suspending his account and withholding significant winnings earned through their gaming platform.
Partner James Judah and Associate Nico Caluda Achieve Significant Appellate Victory on Behalf of Solid Financial Technologies
Congratulations to Quinn Emanuel Partner James Judah and Associate Nico Caluda for achieving a significant appellate victory on behalf of Solid Financial Technologies.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Venue Operator After Injury Incident
Thomas Schwei files a lawsuit against Julia Morgan Ballroom LLC after sustaining injuries at their venue due to alleged negligence in maintaining safe conditions.
Plaintiffs can seek emotional distress damages in class action vs CooperSurgical for loss of emrbyos
A San Francisco federal judge rejected CooperSurgical's efforts to toss a San Jose couple's class action lawsuit, which is one of at least 39 cases in California courts accusing the company of selling defective 'culture media' used by fertility clinics to aid embryo development in invitro fertilization
K&L Gates Ranked in Chambers FinTech 2025 Guide
Chambers and Partners has ranked K&L Gates LLP and its lawyers as leaders in their fields of practice in the 2025 edition of the Chambers FinTech guide.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Construction Companies
A former construction worker has filed a lawsuit against West Coast Framing Inc. and Norcal Lumber Company Inc., alleging workplace discrimination and unsafe conditions leading to injury.
Former Executive Alleges Wrongful Termination Against Data Security Firm
Ambuj Kumar has filed a lawsuit against Fortanix Inc., accusing them of wrongful termination and unfair business practices following his dismissal as CEO after a successful fundraising round.
California Employment Law Update: The Year in Review and Looking Forward to 2025 on December 12, 2024
Elena Hillman, Michele Ballard Miller, and Walter Stella will present “California Employment Law Update: The Year in Review and Looking Forward to 2025.”
Greenberg Traurig Recognized in Chambers and Partners 2025 FinTech Guide
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP was ranked in Chambers and Partners’ 2025 Chambers FinTech Guide’s legal category in Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and the United States.
Former Employee Alleges Tech Company Fostered Hostile Work Environment
Edward R. Ionel has filed a lawsuit against Mirantis Inc., claiming that the tech company created a hostile work environment following his father's dismissal as CEO earlier this year.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Tech Company CCIntegration
In a lawsuit filed on November 25th in Santa Clara County Superior Court, former employee Ai Choo Goh accuses tech firm CCIntegration of disability discrimination and wrongful termination after denying necessary accommodations for her medical.