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Dairy Company Accused of Systematic Labor Violations by Former Employee
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against J & D Wilson & Sons Dairy alleging multiple labor code violations including unpaid wages and denial of meal breaks. The plaintiff seeks various forms of relief including back pay with interest and injunctive measures against future infractions.
Former Employee Alleges Solar Energy Provider Violated Multiple Wage Laws
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a leading solar energy provider in Sacramento for alleged violations including unpaid overtime wages and failure to provide compliant meal breaks. The suit seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Chevron Gas Station After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Daniel Stinson has filed a lawsuit against Chevron U.S.A., Inc., alleging negligence after he slipped and fell at one of their gas stations in Sacramento earlier this year. The complaint seeks various forms of economic and noneconomic damages due to injuries sustained from the incident.
Family Sues Hospital Over Alleged Wrongful Death Due To Medical Negligence
In a lawsuit filed on September 19, 2024, Maria Elena Nunez alleges that Adventist Health Lodi Memorial Hospital's negligence led to her husband's wrongful death after he fell in their emergency department last year. The family seeks damages for loss of companionship and emotional support as well as reimbursement for medical expenses and funeral costs.
Judge: San Francisco sheriff violating order against warrantless searches on pretrial detainees
Miyamoto pauses the program, but defends heightened standards as essential to public safety
Former Bartender Sues Local Restaurant Chain Over Multiple Labor Law Violations
Wade Conlee Jackson has filed a lawsuit against Sushi Confidential Morgan Hill alleging multiple labor law violations during his tenure as a bartender from June 2022 to February 2024. The complaint includes accusations ranging from failure to provide meal breaks to non-payment of minimum wage.
Plaintiffs Allege Major Automobile Manufacturer Breached Warranty Obligations
Two California residents have filed a lawsuit against Mazda Motor of America Inc., alleging multiple breaches of warranty related to their recently purchased vehicle. The plaintiffs seek significant damages for what they claim are substantial impairments affecting their car’s use and safety.
Former Employee Alleges School-Based Staffing Service Provider Failed to Pay Wages
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against New Direction Solutions LLC (dba ProCare Therapy), accusing them of multiple labor law violations including failure to pay all due wages and provide accurate wage statements. The suit seeks compensatory damages and restitution for affected employees across California.
Employee Alleges Engineering Firm Violated Overtime Pay Laws
Johnathan Shoulders has filed a lawsuit against Achievement Engineering Corp alleging failure to pay overtime wages among other labor law violations. The case highlights significant discrepancies in wage payments and expense reimbursements according to California labor laws.
Plaintiff accuses Walmart Inc., major retailer chain of negligence leading to severe injury
Shahinaz Nayef Alhmoud has filed a lawsuit against Walmart Inc., alleging negligence after slipping on melted ice at their San Jose store caused her serious injuries. The case highlights issues around premises liability and employee responsibilities in maintaining safe environments for customers.
California Tax Topics & GWE on October 4, 2024
Native American Law attorney Kenneth Parsons will speak during the 24th Annual California Indian Law Conference taking place in Temecula, California.
Judge blocks Newsom's new 'anti-parody' law, says it 'has no place' under First Amend
A Sacramento federal judge entered a preliminary injunction sought by online content creator known as Mr. Reagan, whose video of Kamala Harris reportedly triggered Gov. Gavin Newsom and other Democrats to pass the new law, allegedly to combat online "deepfakes" which could deceive voters
Benesch Partner Meegan Brooks Named to Daily Journal’s 2024 “Top 40 Under 40” List
Benesch is pleased to announce that Meegan Brooks, a partner in the firm’s Retail & E-Commerce Practice Group, has been named one of the Daily Journal’s 2024 “Top 40 Under 40” lawyers.
Jones Day partner Kelsey Israel-Trummel named to Daily Journal Top 40 Under 40 list
Jones Day’s Kelsey Israel-Trummel was named to the Daily Journal Top 40 Under 40 list for 2024 which celebrates the achievements of lawyers under the age of forty.
Judge tosses class action vs Musk, Tesla over 'full self-driving' car tech claims
A San Francisco federal judge parked, for now, a class action lawsuit accusing Elon Musk and his electric car company, Tesla, of allegedly misleading investors and the public about the autonomous abilities of Tesla vehicles. The judge said the statements amounted to "puffery" or "forward-looking" projections
Clark Hill Secures Summary Judgment in Wrongful Death Products Case
Matthew Marshall, Seta Sarabekian, Andre Karchemsky, and Michael Masto obtained summary judgment for an international tire and wheel manufacturing client in two related cases arising from a catastrophic workplace incident at the Port of Los Angeles involving a container handler that was improperly equipped with the client’s multi-piece wheel.
Sheppard Mullin Welcomes Labor And Employment Partner Zach Hutton In San Francisco
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that Zach P. Hutton has joined the firm’s Labor and Employment practice group in San Francisco.
Tamalpais H.S. on hook for $10M owed to student sexually abused by tennis coach Burgos
A state appellate court justice agreed with his colleagues that the Tamalpais school district should owe the former student for abuse he suffered at the hands of his ex-tennis coach in 2003. But the justice said the school can't be on the hook for the full verdict, while the abuser would owe nothing
Plaintiff Alleges Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group Engaged in Discrimination
Jassmere Jordan has filed a lawsuit against Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group alleging severe workplace discrimination based on multiple protected categories including disability and pregnancy. The case highlights accusations ranging from failure to provide reasonable accommodation to wrongful termination.
Security Guard Sues Property Management Trio Over Negligence Leading to Injuries
Carlos Jimenez has filed a lawsuit against three companies for negligence after slipping on a liquid substance while working as a security guard at 600 California Street in San Francisco. The suit seeks compensation for medical expenses and lost wages among other damages.