News from February 2025
KUTV News reporter on Denny’s price increase: 'The cost of eggs is at a record high'
Olivia Kelleher, a news reporter for KUTV 2 News, said that Denny's is experiencing rising food costs, with record-high egg prices prompting major restaurant chains to implement surcharges.
Uber: Legal abuse driving up rider fares, cutting driver earnings due to California insurance requirements
Uber has announced that excessive rideshare insurance requirements in several U.S. states, including California, are increasing costs for both riders and drivers.
Four McGuireWoods Partners Honored in Lawdragon’s 500 Leading U.S. Environmental Lawyers
McGuireWoods partners Gregory Hinojosa Evans, Aaron Flynn, Makram Jaber and Allison Wood were recognized in “The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Environmental Lawyers – The Green 500.”
Plaintiff (insurance company) sues Defendant (guitar manufacturer) for Negligence and Breach of Contract
Lexington Insurance Company has taken legal action against Blackbird Guitars LLC after a devastating fire allegedly caused by negligence damaged insured property in San Francisco.
Plaintiff Insurer Sues Musical Instrument Manufacturer Over Fire Damage
Lexington Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against Joseph Luttwak and his companies for alleged negligence leading to a devastating fire at a San Francisco property in October 2023.
Plaintiff alleges retail giant Footprint USA violated disability rights through inaccessible website
A visually impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against Footprint USA for allegedly failing to make its website accessible under disability laws such as ADA and Unruh Civil Rights Act.
Plaintiff State Farm General Insurance Company alleges Defendant Alfonso Bazurto caused Property Damage
State Farm General Insurance Company has taken legal action against Alfonso Bazurto over alleged property damage in San Francisco dating back to March 2023.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Driver Following Parking Lot Accident
A couple has filed a lawsuit against Julie Dawn Withrington following an accident in a hospital parking lot that left one spouse severely injured.
CA appeals court: Coachella Valley Water District illegally charged homeowners much more for water than farmers
State appeals judges agreed that nonfarm customers in the Coachella Valley Water District could be in line for $17.5M in refunds, as they were significantly overcharged compared to agricultural water users
Plaintiffs accuse Landlords Wing C. Chinn & Alberta G. Chinn of Negligence
Two tenants have filed a lawsuit against their landlords over severe habitability issues at their San Francisco home.
Greenberg Traurig’s Nikki E. Dobay to Speak at 2025 NACo Legislative Conference
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Shareholder Nikki E. Dobay will speak at the 2025 NACo Legislative Conference March 1.
Attorney General Bonta Continues Support of CFPB: Destruction of CFPB is the Destruction of Backbone of Federal Consumer Protections
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced joining a coalition of 23 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief in National Treasury Employees Union v. Vought, a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s efforts to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Plaintiffs accuse neighbor of negligence after destructive fire damages property
A lawsuit has been filed by Patrick Mooney and Stephen Tom against their neighbor Andra Young following a fire that originated on Young's property causing extensive damage to theirs.
Plaintiff Alleges Arcade Bar Negligence Led to Violent Assault
A San Francisco man has filed a lawsuit against an arcade bar claiming severe injuries following an alleged assault by staff members during a night out.
Plaintiff alleges California Corporation failed to provide accessible website for visually-impaired users
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a California corporation for failing to make its website accessible under federal and state disability laws.
Plaintiff alleges City negligence over hazardous sidewalk
Francisco Molina Gomez has filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco after falling into an uncovered pull box on a city sidewalk.
Appeals court: CalPERS OK to take pension action vs. retired worker still working for cities
Regional Government Services, a company that specializes in connecting retired government workers and other contractors to work for cities and other local governments, plans to seek state Supreme Court intervention, noting the appellate decision holds "enormous public policy ramifications" for taxpayers and workers
Plaintiffs Accuse Landlord Trust of Breach of Contract Amidst Alleged Fraudulent Practices
Two California residents have filed a lawsuit against their landlord trust over alleged breaches in their commercial lease agreement for managing a hotel property amidst fraudulent practices during COVID-19 adjustments.
Greenberg Traurig Secures Another Victory for Medtronic MiniMed in California
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP secured another victory for Medtronic MiniMed at the summary judgment stage in Rieger v. Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. (No. 20STCV33401), resulting in dismissal of the entire action alleging that a defective insulin pump caused significant injuries.
Plaintiff Alleges Restaurant Chain Website Violates Disability Laws
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a restaurant chain for failing to make its website accessible under disability laws.