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Massage chain can't escape assault lawsuit by citing clickwrap agreement
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A massage parlor franchising company can’t escape a sexual assault lawsuit by one of its customers by citing an arbitration clause buried in a 10-page electronic agreement she never read when she checked in to her local outlet, a California appeals court ruled.
Netchoice claims California's Age Appropriate Design Code Act is unconstitutional
SAN JOSE, Calif. (Legal Newsline) — Netchoice has filed a lawsuit against California Attorney General Rob Bonta alleging the state's Age Appropriate Design Code Act is unconstitutional.
Companies embroiled in talc litigation lose challenge to plaintiff experts in $12M case
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Plaintiff experts who say cosmetic talcum powder causes the fatal cancer mesothelioma were properly allowed to testify in a trial that resulted in a $12 million plaintiff verdict, a California appeals court ruled, rejecting defense arguments they didn’t have scientific evidence to support their opinions.
Mcdermott at the 2023 J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 10
Come together with key decision-makers, innovators and investors from across the healthcare, life sciences and private equity (PE) industries during the year’s largest healthcare investment symposium.
Hoover tops Cooley in District 7 Assembly race; Other races also stoked by voter frustration with education policy, spending
The California Secretary of State’s release of certified election results on Dec. 16 showed several races from the Nov. 8 election that were decided by a small number of votes.
U.S. Census data shows more Californians electing to move out of state
As new Census Bureau data shows California in its third straight year of population loss, it’s prompting more questions about who is leaving and what’s keeping the migration trend going.
Investment and Business Opportunities in Life Sciences in the Post-Pandemic Era on January 9, 2023
The Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association (SAPA) is hosting its second in-person Healthcare Global Innovation Forum during the 41st week of JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, California. It is a great opportunity.
Contra Costa Superior Court: Actions Taken on Dec. 31, 2022
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity on Dec. 31, 2022 in the suits below:
Dec. 31, 2022: Contra Costa Superior Court docket for "complaint" cases
The following cases categorized as "complaint" were on the docket in the Contra Costa Superior Court on Dec. 31, 2022. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
California to receive $469.8 million from CVS opioid settlement
The funds represent California's cut of a $5 billion multi-state deal with CVS, ending years of litigation against the pharmacy chain over accusations the company helped to fuel problems allegedly caused by the proliferation of opioid painkiller pills in decades past
Ahead of New Year, Attorney General Bonta Reflects on Efforts to Protect and Defend California’s People and Resources in 2022
California Attorney General Rob Bonta highlighted the California Department of Justice’s (DOJ) efforts to protect and defend the people and resources of California over the past year.
Suit: Mattress Firm illegally records customer website chat conversations
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) — A class action alleges that Mattress Firm illegally allows a third-party vendor to eavesdrop on chat conversations on its website.
Jones Day recognized for training of prosecutors and defense counsel in Nigeria
Judge Ann Claire Williams (Ret.), Of Counsel in Jones Day's Chicago Office, and Aaron Agenbroad, Partner-in-Charge of the Firm’s San Francisco Office, were recently recognized for their work in Lagos, Nigeria, where they conducted a weeklong training program for nearly 60 prosecutors and defense counsel.
CA Supreme Court to decide if state lawmakers need to fix PAGA law, which SCOTUS said conflicts with federal law
The state high court will decide if someone can press another person's claims in court, under the controversial Private Attorneys General Act, despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling saying that provision doesn't comply with federal arbitration law
Judge strikes down California firearms fee-shifting law
SAN DIEGO (Legal Newsline) - Citing California Governor Gavin Newsom’s harsh criticism of a similar law in Texas aimed at pro-choice advocates, a federal judge struck down a California law designed to make it too costly for gun-rights activists to challenge firearms regulations.
San Francisco Tax Club | “2022 California SALT Roundup & 2023 Predictions” on January 5
Bradley Marsh will kick off the 2023 San Francisco Tax Club season on Thursday, January 5th with a presentation entitled “2022 California SALT Roundup & 2023 Predictions”.
Ritz-Carlton employee sues, says he's owed money for time spent at security checks and other activities
Ritz-Carlton employee sues, says he's owed money for time spent at security checks and other activities
Attorney General Bonta Issues Statement on Death of Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy
California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued the following statement on the death of Riverside County Sheriff’s Motor Deputy Isaiah Cordero, who died in the line of duty on Thursday, December 29, 2022.
Businesses face more supply chain issues as West Coast port negotiations continue into new year
With ports here losing favor amid a potential dockworker strike and supply chain issues, concerns persist about how imports shifting elsewhere could impact California’s economy.
CAbarexam applicants: Jan 3 is the last day to apply for the Feb bar exam or withdraw
CAbarexam applicants: Jan 3 is the last day to apply for the Feb bar exam or withdraw.