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April 8: San Bernardino County Superior Court docket for "infraction" cases
The following cases categorized as "infraction" were on the docket in the San Bernardino County Superior Court on April 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Altadena, Palisades residents sue California FAIR Plan, alleging illegal wildfire claim denials, underpayments
Homeowners who sustained damage in the Palisades and Eaton wildfires have filed a lawsuit against California’s property insurer of last resort, the FAIR Plan, alleging that their smoke damage and fire claims were inappropriately denied or underpaid.
Plaintiff injured passenger sues driver for negligence after freeway crash
Emily Ann Heckendorf has taken legal action against Feliciano Manzano following a car accident that left her with severe injuries.
Student Q&A: Tyler Yang, 2L
Tyler Yang is currently studying in Washington, D.C. through the University of California DC (UCDC) program. His externship is at the Death Penalty Information Center (DPIC).
The Native Bench: Justice, Democracy, and the Federal Judiciary on April 17, 2025
On April 17th the Native Nations Law & Policy Center will host the country's Native federal district court judges for a roundtable discussion at the UCLA Luskin Conference Center.
DLA Piper’s Tom Ara and Benjamin Mulcahy named to Variety’s 2025 Legal Impact Report
DLA Piper is pleased to announce that Tom Ara and Benjamin Mulcahy have been named to Variety’s 2025 Legal Impact Report highlighting the top attorneys in the entertainment business.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Public Entity Over Childhood Sexual Assault
A new lawsuit has emerged involving allegations against a public entity responsible for overseeing a youth detention center in California where a former detainee claims he was sexually assaulted as a child.
Plaintiff (minor) accuses Defendant (riding school) of Negligence
A lawsuit has been filed against Foxfield Riding School by minor Ella Park through her guardian ad litem Lucia Park over alleged negligence resulting in serious injury during a horseback riding lesson.
Judge: Carano should get access to pay info for Disney+ Star Wars series actors
Actor Gina Carano hailed a ruling from a federal judge requiring Disney to turn over contracts and other info concerning pay for lead and supporting actors in its Star Wars TV series. Carano has sued Disney for firing her from "The Mandalorian" over her political speech
UC Irvine’s Graduate Tax Program Joins in Supporting IRS and DOJ Tax Attorneys
The University of California, Irvine School of Law’s Graduate Tax Program has announced a new scholarship initiative for IRS and U.S. Department of Justice tax attorneys who were terminated or whose job offers were rescinded due to the recent federal hiring freeze.
Whittier College’s Poet Pantry Reopens to Tears of Gratitude
On April 2, 2025, members of the Whittier community — including representatives from PIH Health Whittier Hospital — gathered to celebrate the grand reopening of the renovated Poet Pantry, an on-campus food pantry that provides free food and personal hygiene products to all students.
Greenberg Traurig’s Jordan D. Grotzinger & Bryan K. Hanks to Speak at Kisaco IP Leadership Executive Summit
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Jordan D. Grotzinger and Bryan K. Hanks will speak at the Kisaco IP Leadership Executive Summit April 15.
Greenberg Traurig’s Daniel H. Black, Bobby Rosenbloum, and Mathew S. Rosengart Recognized in Variety’s 2025 ‘Legal Impact Report’
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Daniel H. Black, Bobby Rosenbloum, and Mathew S. Rosengart were recognized in Variety’s 2025 “Legal Impact Report.”
Reed Smith adds leading real estate partner David Phelps in Century City
Global law firm Reed Smith is delighted to announce that David Phelps, a prominent private equity real estate lawyer with over 35 years of experience, has joined the firm's real estate practice as a partner in the Century City office.
Jones Day's Anthony Insogna, Randy Kay, and Edward Reines named Top Intellectual Property Lawyers by the Daily Journal
Jones Day partners Anthony Insogna, Randy Kay, and Edward Reines have been named to the Daily Journal's list of Top Intellectual Property Lawyers in California for 2025.
Plaintiff alleges retail giant Walmart engaged in age discrimination
Mario Penate has filed a lawsuit against Walmart alleging age discrimination following his dismissal after taking leave to care for his sick wife.
Plaintiff Alleges Hospital Chain Engaged in Age Discrimination
A former cytologist has taken legal action against a prominent California medical center chain for alleged age discrimination and unsafe working conditions leading up to wrongful termination.
Plaintiff alleges Defendants' Negligence Led to Dog Attack
In a recent lawsuit filed in Ventura County's Superior Court of California on April 2nd, Irene Gomez accuses Sergio Fernandez Jr., Natalia Espinosa Mendoza and others unnamed defendants for negligence after being attacked by their Mastiff dog last...
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Harley’s Simi Bowl Violated Labor Laws
Terri Stipsky has filed a lawsuit against Harley’s Simi Bowl in Ventura County Superior Court alleging wrongful termination and labor law violations including failure to provide breaks or pay proper wages.
Former Employee Alleges Wrongful Termination Against Oilfield Service Company
A former crew worker has filed a lawsuit against CJ Berry Well Services Management LLC for wrongful termination following multiple safety complaints and an alleged assault by a supervisor.