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Tenant Alleges Negligence Against Property Owners Over Unsafe Fire Escape
A tragic accident involving an unsafe fire escape has led to a lawsuit filed by Abraham Horrillo against several property owners and managers in San Francisco. The complaint details how improper maintenance led to Horrillo's life-altering injuries and seeks substantial compensation for medical expenses and lost earnings potential.
Plaintiff alleges safety equipment company failed Proposition 65 compliance
Gabriel Espinoza has taken legal action against Major Gloves & Safety for allegedly selling gloves containing carcinogenic chemicals without proper warning labels as required by Proposition 65 regulations in California. The lawsuit seeks significant civil penalties and demands corrective measures from the defendant.
California Resident Alleges Assault by Security Guards at Prominent Comedy Venue
A California resident has filed a lawsuit against Cobb’s Comedy Club and Live Nation entities following an alleged assault by their security personnel during a comedy show. The plaintiff seeks damages for physical injuries and emotional distress caused by what he describes as unjustified violence at the hands of inadequately trained staff.
Plaintiff alleges former employer Fragomen LLP violated FEHA through wrongful termination
Crista Flenner-Esparza has filed a lawsuit against Fragomen LLP alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination under FEHA. Filed in San Francisco's Superior Court on September 30th with Blackstone Law APC representing her case seeks damages for lost wages and emotional distress among other reliefs.
Plaintiff Tourist Sues Cruise Company Over Negligence Resulting in Severe Injury
A Dutch tourist's dream visit to San Francisco turned nightmarish when an Alcatraz cruise ended abruptly with severe injuries due to alleged negligence by Hornblower Group and its subsidiary Alcatraz Cruises. The lawsuit seeks damages for physical harm caused by improper docking procedures during the May 2024 incident.
Plaintiff Alleges University Negligence Led to Personal Injury
A lawsuit has been filed against the University of California San Francisco Parnassus Campus by Yafa Ensler following an alleged incident resulting in personal injury on their premises. Represented by Thomas A. Morgan from Ayala, Morgan & Buzzard law firm, Ensler seeks damages for negligence leading to physical harm and financial losses due to inability to work or perform household duties since September 2022.
Captiv8 alleges anonymous individual of harassment and defamation disrupting business
Captiv8 files a lawsuit against an unidentified individual for allegedly orchestrating a campaign of harassment aimed at damaging its business relationships and reputation. Filed in San Francisco's Superior Court on September 26th, the suit seeks damages and injunctive relief for violations including defamation and unfair competition laws.
Plaintiff Accuses Local Spa Business of Negligence Following Injury
Justin Tienken-Harder has filed a lawsuit against Archimedes Banya SF in San Francisco Superior Court following an injury he sustained at their premises due to allegedly faulty slippers provided by the spa. The complaint details claims of negligence leading to physical harm requiring surgery and seeks damages for medical costs and lost earnings among other reliefs.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Trustees Over Bed Bug Infestation at San Francisco Hotel
Two individuals have filed a lawsuit against several trustees associated with a San Francisco hotel for alleged negligence leading to bed bug infestations during their stay in late November 2023. Filed on October 2nd in Superior Court by attorneys from MyBedBugLawyer Inc., the suit seeks damages for physical injuries and emotional distress caused by inadequate pest control measures at Cable Car Hotel.
Plaintiff alleges driver negligence after pedestrian accident involving Lexus
Katherine C. Babcock files a lawsuit claiming negligence after being hit by a car driven by John S. Paige in San Francisco last year. Represented by Abramson Smith Waldsmith LLP, she seeks compensation for personal injuries sustained during the incident along with associated economic losses.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against University Medical Staff Over Spinal Surgery Complications
Nathaniel Henderson has filed a lawsuit against The Regents of the University of California and affiliated doctors following an allegedly negligent spinal surgery that left him paralyzed. Filed in San Francisco's Superior Court on September 27th, this case highlights serious accusations against renowned medical practitioners at UCSF Medical Center concerning their treatment protocols.
Investors seek final OK for $60M deal to end class action vs Okta; Lawyers seek $13M
Lawyers representing investors in cybersecurity firm Okta have asked a San Francisco federal judge to sign off on a $60M deal to end their class action vs Okta over a 2022 data security breach that allegedly dropped stock 11% at the time. The lawyers want 22% of the settlement for their fees.
Plaintiffs accuse tech giant Google LLC of privacy invasion through Incognito mode
A group of plaintiffs led by Ross Kuster has filed a lawsuit against Google LLC in California's Superior Court for allegedly violating privacy laws by collecting user data during Incognito mode sessions on Chrome browser without consent. The lawsuit seeks damages and an injunction against Google's practices which reportedly generate substantial revenue through targeted advertising based on unlawfully collected personal information.
Former Employees Accuse Togo's Eateries LLC of Labor Violations
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Togo's Eateries LLC by former employees Breanna Vinson and Roseanne Beam in California's Superior Court on September 23rd, alleging numerous labor law violations including unpaid wages and denied breaks. Represented by Wilshire Law Firm attorneys Justin F. Marquez, Benjamin H. Haber, and Chase M. Stern seek restitution for affected workers across California.
Investor Alleges Fraud Against Real Estate Developer Over Misused Funds
Vineet Kumar has taken legal action against Kuan Wei Wu over alleged fraudulent activities related to a real estate investment project in Sunnyvale. The lawsuit accuses Wu of misrepresentations about fund usage and failing to repay investments as promised. Seeking substantial damages including punitive measures for deterrence purposes highlights this high-stakes courtroom drama unfolding in Santa Clara County's Superior Court.
Plaintiff accuses La Playa Hotel Group of multiple labor violations
A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against La Playa Hotel Group alleging significant labor law violations including unpaid wages and failure to provide meal breaks. Filed in Santa Clara County's Superior Court on September 30th by Aguila Tobias Acosta with representation from Wilshire Law Firm attorneys John G. Yslas and Gabriella Solé; this case could impact many current or former employees similarly affected by these alleged practices.
Plaintiff accuses LinkedIn of privacy violations
A class action lawsuit has been filed against LinkedIn Corporation for allegedly intercepting sensitive medical information without consent for advertising purposes. Filed by J.P., this case highlights potential violations under California’s privacy laws with plaintiffs seeking substantial damages and injunctive relief.
Benchmark Litigation Recognizes 32 Polsinelli Attorneys as 2025 ‘Stars’
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli is pleased to share that 32 Polsinelli attorneys across the firm’s litigation practices were recognized on the 2025 “Stars” list by Benchmark Litigation.
Polls in Bay Area, elsewhere in CA show big support for Prop 36, despite Dem leaders' opposition
Prop 36 would restore to police and prosecutors powers to address property and drug crimes that had been stripped by away 10 years ago by Prop 47, which helped to fuel California's current crime problems and was strongly supported by Kamala Harris
First Service Credit Union accuses Google LLC of Anticompetitive Practices
First Service Credit Union has filed a lawsuit against Google LLC in California's Superior Court for alleged monopolistic practices in the search advertising market. The credit union claims Google's dominance forces advertisers into compliance with restrictive policies and seeks damages along with declaratory relief for continued ad placement rights.