News from 2025
Movie theaters can't be sued for sharing customer purchase info via Facebook
A federal appeals panel said lawyers can't use a federal law regulating video rental and streaming providers to pursue movie theater chains for allegedly improperly sharing customer information with Facebook.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against City Over Dangerous Sidewalk Conditions
Vanessa Jackson has filed a lawsuit against multiple parties including the City and County of San Francisco after sustaining injuries from tripping over an uneven sidewalk segment on Valencia Street last year.
Plaintiffs Accuse Spring Fertility Clinic Of Negligence In Embryo Destruction Case
A couple has filed a lawsuit against Spring Fertility Clinic alleging negligence after their embryos were destroyed due to a contaminated container during IVF treatment.
Plaintiff alleges Negligence Against Prominent Bay Area Fertility Clinic
A Bay Area architect has filed a lawsuit against Spring Fertility after losing her embryos during treatment at their clinic due to alleged negligence by staff including Dr. Nam D.Tran.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against ride-sharing giant after alleged sexual assault
A recent court filing reveals serious allegations against a major ride-sharing company accused of negligence following an alleged sexual assault incident involving one of its drivers.
Gay father can use oral agreement to block parental rights claim from surrogate mom
A state appeals court has ruled an oral agreement between a gay man and his female neighbor is enough to block the woman's attempt to claim to be legally recognized as the mother of the child she birthed with the man via artificial insemination using her own eggs
This Will Hurt: Attorney General Bonta Issues Statement on Congress Dumping Rule to Limit Costly Overdraft Fees
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement after Congress overturned a Consumer Protection Financial Bureau (CFPB) rule that would have limited overdraft fees to $5.
Plaintiffs accuse former partner Larue Perkins of fraud and mismanagement
A legal dispute has erupted within a family over alleged fraud and mismanagement concerning valuable real estate assets tied to a longstanding family partnership agreement dating back decades ago now under scrutiny amid claims brought forth...
Plaintiff injured worker sues California Department Of Transportation (Caltrans) over workplace negligence
An accident involving improper equipment use at a Caltrans facility has led James Kehoe to file a lawsuit against the department for negligence resulting in severe injury.
Plaintiff alleges PG&E Corporation's Negligence Led to Severe Injury
A Massachusetts resident has filed a lawsuit against PG&E Corporation and others for negligence after suffering severe injuries from tripping over an uneven sidewalk cover in San Francisco.
GrubMarket accuses former managers of misappropriation and unfair competition
In a detailed legal battle unfolding in San Francisco's Superior Court, GrubMarket accuses two former managers of stealing trade secrets to launch a rival business venture.
Appeals court: Apple OK to fire actor from TV series for refusing Covid vax
Actor Brent Sexton had sued Apple Studios over the decision to withdraw their offer to cast him as former President Andrew Johnson in the TV series, "Manhunt," concerning the pursuit of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth. The court said Sexton's lawsuit was an illegal attempt to punish Apple for its "speech" about vaccines.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against City Over Sidewalk Hazard
A San Francisco resident has filed a lawsuit against the city claiming negligence after tripping over a hazardous sidewalk grate outside Thrillhouse Records.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Retailers Violated Proposition 65 Over Toxic Mugs
In an effort to safeguard public health, Ema Bell has filed a lawsuit against Paladone Products Inc. and The TJX Companies for allegedly selling lead-contaminated Playstation™ mugs without adequate warnings in violation of Proposition 65 laws in...
Plaintiff alleges City negligence led to flood damage
The Archdiocese has filed a lawsuit against San Francisco for failing to maintain its water system properly after a burst pipe caused severe flooding at two properties it owns.
Plaintiff Accuses Tech Giant Apple Inc., Former Employer, of Multiple Labor Violations
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against tech giant Apple Inc., alleging numerous labor law violations during his tenure with the company from June 2017 through January 2024.
Plaintiff alleges Non-Profit Organization Discriminated Against Him Due To Disability
A former employee is suing a non-profit organization for alleged discrimination based on disability and multiple labor law violations after being wrongfully terminated following sick leave related to mental health issues
Plaintiffs Accuse Utility Giant PG&E Corporation Of Negligence Leading To Devastating Fire
A group led by Patricia J.Hart has filed a lawsuit against utility giant PG&E Corporation following a catastrophic fire allegedly caused by faulty equipment.
Plaintiff accuses aerospace giant Lockheed Martin of discrimination and retaliation
A former employee has sued Lockheed Martin Corporation for alleged discrimination based on his Iranian heritage and retaliation following his reports on cybersecurity failures.
Plaintiff Sergeant Alleges Payday Lender Violated Military Lending Act
Felix Ramirez has initiated a class-action lawsuit against ActiveHours Inc., operating as EarnIn, accusing them of violating federal lending laws designed to protect military personnel from predatory financial practices.