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California sues energy companies over 'climate' problems; 'Kitchen sink' lawsuit a 'political stunt,' industry says
Energy companies say the state's lawsuit is little more than a "meritless, politicized" effort to extract big paydays from oil and gas companies, while accomplishing little to address the alleged problems caused by "climate change"
Contra Costa Superior Court: Actions Taken on Sept. 18
The Contra Costa Superior Court reported the following activity on Sept. 18 in the suits below:
Sept. 18: Contra Costa Superior Court docket for "fl" cases
The following cases categorized as "fl" were on the docket in the Contra Costa Superior Court on Sept. 18. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Board of Trustees Swears in New Leaders, Approves Admissions Fee Increases, and Other Actions
The State Bar of California Board of Trustees marked a leadership transition at its September 21–22 meeting, as Board Chair Brandon Stallings, Vice Chair José Cisneros, and new Trustee Mary Huser were sworn into office.
Reed Smith U.S. financial and corporate work praised in IFLR rankings
Sixteen U.S.-based Reed Smith lawyers focusing on financial and corporate work have been spotlighted in the 2024 IFLR1000 guide, whose results for North America were released earlier this month.
The State Bar of California's Board of Trustees has initiated a new phase governance
The State Bar of California's Board of Trustees recently announced significant changes and decisions during its latest meeting. Brandon Stallings has been appointed as the new Board Chair, with José Cisneros assuming the role of Vice Chair and Mary Huser joining as a new Trustee. Stallings emphasized the organization's commitment to transparency and accountability.
Google $93 million settlement in California over location-privacy practices
Google has agreed to a $93 million settlement in California over allegations that its location-privacy practices violated consumer protection laws. The settlement comes after a multi-year investigation led by the California Department of Justice into Google's misleading privacy settings for users.
California's Firearm Advertising Restrictions Challenged in Court
California's strict firearm advertising restrictions are facing a challenge in court as Junior Sports Magazines, Inc. questions the constitutionality of the law. While California has always been known for its stringent gun laws, it is also home to a thriving community of minors engaging in recreational firearm activities under adult supervision. The state's law aims to restrict advertising that entices minors to purchase firearm-related products, but it does exempt promotions related to safety programs and competitions.
Employees sue San Francisco AIDS Foundation, claming violation of state labor laws
A class action lawsuit has accused the San Francisco AIDS Foundation, a nonprofit operating "sexual health" clinics, of shorting worker pay, illegal worker timekeeping practices and other alleged violations of California labor law.
Microsoft, others face class action over AI products allegedly using private information
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) — Microsoft and others are facing a class action lawsuit alleging illegal use of users' private information for their AI products.
School district in trouble after bus never picks up student and she dies in car crash
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - A California school district may be on the hook for a car crash that took the life of a 16-year-old student who got in a car with a friend after her bus was late, an appeals court ruled.
Appeals panel says hotel allowed to collect legal fees after beating an ADA accessibility class action over website
The panel of the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals agreed a 2013 Supreme Court ruling overturned a 2001 federal appeals decision, which found the opposite
Real Property Institute: CEQA Workshop on September 22, 2023
West Coast Land Use and Environment attorneys Daniel Golub and Jennifer Hernandez will speak at the California CEB's online Real Property Institute: CEQA Workshop.
As cities defy state housing laws, L.A. court decision clarifies when builder’s remedy applies
Amid a host of new court filings involving builder’s remedy, it’s raising questions about the impact that provision will have on California’s historic housing shortage and how it could affect production numbers here in the coming months.
Workers sue Stoneledge Furniture, alleging pay shorted, rest breaks denied
A representative action lawsuit accuses furniture retailer Stoneledge Furniture of wrongly shorting workers' pay, denying them break and rest periods, and other alleged violations of California labor law.
Appeals judges: San Jose schools violated 'bedrock' religious freedom principles in shutting down Christian club
San Jose Unified School District had claimed it revoked recognition for a Fellowship of Christian Athletes club out of concerns for anti-LGBTQ discrimination. Judges said the decision was rooted in anti-Christian bias, because the club required its leaders to agree with traditional Christian beliefs on sexuality
Annual BAY-STAT Reception on September 19, 2023
Please join Holland & Knight and Elevate Capital Partners for a special evening with fellow aircraft lessors, financiers, airline executives and other industry professionals.
Private Companies: Raise, Sell, or Go Under on September 19, 2023
Foley is sponsoring the upcoming NACD Private Companies: Raise, Sell, or Go Under Webinar. Silicon Valley-based Corporate Partner Louis Lehot will be joined for this discussion together with.
Greenberg Traurig’s Lindsay E. Hutner to Chair, Philip I. Person to Participate in PLI’s Cutting-Edge Employment Law Issues 2023
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Lindsay E. Hutner and Philip I. Person will present at the Practising Law Institute (PLI) Cutting-Edge Employment Law Issues 2023: The California Difference Sept. 12.
'Paid' means check in hand, court rules in case of arbitration fees
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A company whose check to the arbitrators arrived several days late can’t claim it “paid” its fees within a statutory deadline, a California appeals court ruled, reviving a former employee’s chances at pursuing her sexual-harassment claim in court.