Latest News
Greenberg Traurig’s Nikki E. Dobay to Speak at 2025 NACo Legislative Conference
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Shareholder Nikki E. Dobay will speak at the 2025 NACo Legislative Conference March 1.
Attorney General Bonta Continues Support of CFPB: Destruction of CFPB is the Destruction of Backbone of Federal Consumer Protections
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced joining a coalition of 23 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief in National Treasury Employees Union v. Vought, a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s efforts to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Plaintiffs accuse neighbor of negligence after destructive fire damages property
A lawsuit has been filed by Patrick Mooney and Stephen Tom against their neighbor Andra Young following a fire that originated on Young's property causing extensive damage to theirs.
Plaintiff Alleges Arcade Bar Negligence Led to Violent Assault
A San Francisco man has filed a lawsuit against an arcade bar claiming severe injuries following an alleged assault by staff members during a night out.
Plaintiff alleges City negligence over hazardous sidewalk
Francisco Molina Gomez has filed a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco after falling into an uncovered pull box on a city sidewalk.
Plaintiff alleges California Corporation failed to provide accessible website for visually-impaired users
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a California corporation for failing to make its website accessible under federal and state disability laws.
Appeals court: CalPERS OK to take pension action vs. retired worker still working for cities
Regional Government Services, a company that specializes in connecting retired government workers and other contractors to work for cities and other local governments, plans to seek state Supreme Court intervention, noting the appellate decision holds "enormous public policy ramifications" for taxpayers and workers
Plaintiffs Accuse Landlord Trust of Breach of Contract Amidst Alleged Fraudulent Practices
Two California residents have filed a lawsuit against their landlord trust over alleged breaches in their commercial lease agreement for managing a hotel property amidst fraudulent practices during COVID-19 adjustments.
Greenberg Traurig Secures Another Victory for Medtronic MiniMed in California
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP secured another victory for Medtronic MiniMed at the summary judgment stage in Rieger v. Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. (No. 20STCV33401), resulting in dismissal of the entire action alleging that a defective insulin pump caused significant injuries.
Plaintiff Alleges Restaurant Chain Website Violates Disability Laws
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a restaurant chain for failing to make its website accessible under disability laws.
Lai King Quan Properties alleges negligence against multiple insurance brokers over failed fire coverage
Lai King Quan Properties has filed a lawsuit against several insurance entities claiming negligence after discovering their property lacked fire insurance during a damaging incident in March 2023.
Board Offers Free July Bar Exam to Applicants Who Withdraw or Fail February Bar Exam
The Board of Trustees, at its February 21 meeting, approved a plan to offer a free July 2025 Bar Exam to test takers who withdraw from the February 2025 exam or fail next week’s test.
Plaintiffs Accuse Ridesharing Giant Uber of Negligence Leading to Sexual Assaults
A new lawsuit accuses ridesharing giant Uber Technologies Inc., along with its subsidiary Rasier LLC., of negligence leading to multiple sexual assaults by its drivers on unsuspecting passengers who believed they were getting into safe rides...
Plaintiff accuses San Francisco restaurant operator of deceptive pricing practices
A San Francisco restaurant faces allegations of deceptive pricing after a customer discovered an undisclosed surcharge on their bill.
Judge says CA's, enviros' plastics recycling 'deception' lawsuit belongs in state court
A federal judge said ExxonMobil failed to show why the lawsuits launched by California's Democratic attorney general and his environmentalist activist allies should avoid a date in California's plaintiff-friendly state courts. ExxonMobil has claimed the lawsuits are motivated by nothing more than politics and "ambition"
Attorney General Bonta Secures Preliminary Injunction Blocking DOGE’s Access to Private Data
alifornia Attorney General Rob Bonta released a statement after the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York's issuance of a preliminary injunction blocking the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing Americans’ personal and private information maintained by the U.S. Treasury Department.
Sheppard Mullin Announces 2025 Partner Class
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that 21 attorneys have been promoted to partner.
Plaintiff injured scooter rider sues City and State over hazardous sidewalk conditions
Michael Fiapoto has filed a lawsuit against local government entities alleging negligence after sustaining injuries from a fall on an unsafe sidewalk while riding his scooter near Pier 27 in San Francisco last year.
Plaintiff Alleges Tech Giant Intel Corporation Violated Multiple Labor Laws
A former employee has launched a class action lawsuit against Intel Corporation in California's Santa Clara County Superior Court over alleged labor law violations including unpaid wages and inadequate break times spanning several years prior to...
Plaintiff alleges Plastic Surgery Center discriminated against him due to race and disability
A former surgical technologist has filed a lawsuit against a plastic surgery center alleging workplace discrimination based on race and disability led to his resignation after years of harassment and lack of accommodation for his PTSD condition