News from March 2025
CHP can be sued after officer misinterpreted man's stroke for drug intoxication, delayed medical care
2-1 appeals ruling holds regardless of underlying reason, officer should've ordered prompt medical attention
KCRA 3 Capitol correspondent on major insurer exits: Insurance commissioner 'has assurances they will come back' with new reforms
Ashley Zavala, a California Capitol correspondent for KCRA 3, said that Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has received assurances from several major insurance companies about their return to the state under his new reform efforts.
Littler Appoints Gerardo V. Hernandez as Office Managing Shareholder in Fresno
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed Gerardo V. Hernandez as office managing shareholder (OMS) of the firm’s Fresno office.
Hotel Guest Sues San Francisco Hotel Chain Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Theft
Jon Bumann has filed a lawsuit against Highgate Hotels L.P., alleging negligence led to theft during his stay at Hotel Caza in San Francisco.
Plaintiff (Electrical Contractor) Alleges Former Employee Breached Duty and Misappropriated Trade Secrets
McMillan Electric Company has taken legal action against a former employee for alleged breaches including misappropriation of trade secrets and defamation.
Plaintiffs Allege Tech Company Violated Privacy Laws with AI-Powered Call Monitoring
A new class action lawsuit accuses a tech company of violating privacy laws through its AI-powered call monitoring services used by major retailers like Patagonia and Zumiez.
Plaintiff alleges former employee accused of breach of duty and defamation
McMillan Electric Company has filed a lawsuit against its former employee Ruben Bustoz for alleged misconduct including breach of duty and defamation that purportedly harmed its business operations and reputation significantly.
Plaintiffs Allege Breach of Contract Against Landlords Over Security Failures
A recent court filing reveals serious allegations against property managers accused of failing to provide adequate security measures leading to tenant assaults in San Francisco's Tenderloin district.
AI Beyond Scratching the Surface – Innovations and Insights for Stakeholders on March 27, 2025
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, understanding artificial intelligence (AI) is critical for business leaders, engineers and inventors alike.
Parents can't sue pricey Sonoma County private school for failing to disclose past sex abuse of students
A state appeals panel has tossed class action vs Sonoma Academy for allegedly keeping secret sexual abuse and other misconduct committed by three staffers from 2004-2020, as the court found parents and students suffered no harm from the non-disclosure
Plaintiff Alleges Trustee Exploited Dependent Adult with Predatory Loan Practices
A new lawsuit filed in San Francisco accuses a trustee and associated entities of exploiting a dependent adult through predatory lending practices involving excessive interest rates and unlawful charges leading to foreclosure threats.
Plaintiff accuses fashion retailer Dolls Kill of deceptive shipping practices
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Dolls Kill for allegedly misleading customers with hidden shipping fees despite advertising free or flat-rate shipping.
Guardian sues kitchenware company over defective French Press injury
A lawsuit has been filed against Bodum USA by Pia Brielle Lara-Rodriguez after she suffered injuries from a malfunctioning French Press coffee maker.
Plaintiff Alleges Prominent Stadium Management Company Violated Labor Laws
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against a major stadium management company by Isabella Celestine Latour on behalf of herself and other employees.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligent Supervision Against Public Entities After Child's Playground Injury
A young girl has filed a lawsuit through her guardian against several public entities following an injury sustained during a school field trip in San Francisco.
PACT executive director on legal system exploitation: 'Individuals call personal injury attorneys in times of crisis'
Lauren Zelt, executive director of Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT), announced that PACT's new digital campaign aims to empower Californians who feel exploited by personal injury attorneys they hired during times of crisis.
Attorney General Bonta: Unlicensed Room and Board Operator Charged with Grand Theft from an Elder
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that felony grand theft charges have been filed against an unlicensed Room and Board Operator who allegedly stole from an elder resident while the resident was hospitalized.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer West Valley Construction Company Engaged in Retaliation Over Safety Concerns
James Burroughs has taken legal action against West Valley Construction Company alleging wrongful termination rooted in discrimination due to his disability and retaliation following his reports on unsafe work conditions within the company’s...
Plaintiff alleges tech giant violated labor laws
A former employee has taken legal action against Infinera Corporation for alleged violations of California labor laws related to unpaid wages and insufficient breaks among other issues during his employment as an Apprentice Technician in Sunnyvale...
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Good Samaritan Hospital Engaged in Age Discrimination
Karen Mazzocco has filed a lawsuit against Good Samaritan Hospital alleging wrongful termination due to age discrimination and retaliation after raising patient safety concerns.