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News published on Northern California Record in March 2025

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA RECORD

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News from March 2025


Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against City Over Sidewalk Hazard

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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

By Northern California Record |
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.

Plaintiffs Allege Construction Company Engaged in Wage Theft

By Northern California Record |
Three former employees have filed a lawsuit against Bay Area Activo Inc., alleging wage theft and unfair labor practices including failure to pay minimum wages and overtime as well as denial of meal breaks.

Plaintiff accuses financial firm employer Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.,of wrongful termination amid disability discrimination claims

By Northern California Record |
Felipe Arballo has filed a lawsuit against Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination and political retaliation.

Google to pay $100M to settle AdWords class action; Lawyers could get $33M

By Jonathan Bilyk |
Google will pay $100 million to settle a class action dating back to 2011, which accused the company of misleading advertisers about the location targeting of their ads and click discounts. Plaintiffs' lawyers are expected to claim up to a third of the funds

Plaintiff alleges major financial institutions mishandled $240K wire transfer

By Northern California Record |
A legal battle unfolds as Jonathan Bykoff sues two prominent financial institutions for allegedly mishandling a $240K wire transfer.

Plaintiff Alleges Healthcare Provider Breached Privacy Through Unauthorized Access

By Northern California Record |
Trenice Joice Lane has filed a lawsuit against Kaiser Permanente for allegedly breaching her privacy by allowing unauthorized access to her medical records.

Environmentalists can block San Diego Co. from easing 'vehicle-miles-travelled' rules to boost housing

By Jonathan Bilyk |
A state appeals court agreed San Diego County didn't present enough evidence to support its decisions to exempt certain 'infill' or 'small' housing developments from onerous, costly 'climate change' driven transportation studies when building new homes

Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Ride-Sharing Giant Uber Over Assaults

By Northern California Record |
A group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., alleging negligence after being assaulted by drivers associated with the ride-sharing service.

Plaintiff (electrical contractor) sues Defendant (former employee) for Breach of Duty

By Northern California Record |
McMillan Electric Company has taken legal action against former employees accused of breaching their duty by misappropriating trade secrets and confidential information.

Plaintiffs Insurers Allege City's Negligence Led to Costly Water Damage

By Northern California Record |
Allied World National Assurance Company and Golden Bear Insurance Company have filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco over alleged negligence leading to significant property damage at Sacred Heart Cathedral College...

Plaintiff accuses San Francisco restaurant operator of deceptive pricing practices

By Northern California Record |
A San Francisco restaurant operator faces a lawsuit over alleged deceptive pricing practices involving undisclosed fees added to customer bills.

Plaintiffs accuse real estate management company of negligence leading to wrongful death

By Northern California Record |
A lawsuit has been filed against Maximus Real Estate Partners LTD and Parkmerced following a tragic drowning incident at one of their properties in San Francisco.

Attorney General Bonta Urgently Issues Consumer Alert for 23andMe Customers

By The Northern California Record |
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a consumer alert to customers of 23andMe, a genetic testing and information company.