California 2nd District Court of Appeal
Recent News About California 2nd District Court of Appeal
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Former Airport Security Guard Sues CalPERS Over Denied Reclassification
Susan Galloway has filed a lawsuit against CalPERS after being denied reclassification from a local miscellaneous member to a local safety member which would have enhanced her retirement benefits significantly due to alleged active law enforcement duties during her tenure as an airport security guard at Santa Monica Municipal Airport. -
Attorney Accused Of Legal Malpractice Involving Multi-Million Dollar Estate
In a contentious legal battle over an $18 million estate involving allegations of legal malpractice against attorney John Peter Wakeman Jr., the appellate court has reversed earlier judgments favoring Jeffrey G. Grossman's family members who claimed they were wrongfully disinherited by flawed estate planning documents. -
Former Police Officers Allege Retaliation by City Employer
Two former police officers have filed a lawsuit against their previous employer alleging wrongful termination due to whistleblowing activities protected under California law. The case details multiple lawsuits over years culminating in an internal affairs investigation leading to their dismissal. -
Plaintiff alleges California financial regulators improperly licensed cryptocurrency lenders
The California Court of Appeal has reversed a lower court ruling in favor of plaintiff George J.Gerro who accused state financial regulators of improperly issuing finance lender licenses.The case centers around allegations against Block Fi Lending LLC involving misuse o fborrowers'collateral. -
Waste Management Company Accuses Competitor of Unfair Practices
Waste management company WasteXperts has accused competitor Arakelian Enterprises (Athens Services) of engaging in unfair practices related to waste bin handling in Los Angeles. -
Investor Relations Firm Accused of Fraudulent Misrepresentation Faces New Trial Over Punitive Damages
A California appellate court has upheld significant portions of a judgment against an investor relations firm accused by a former employee of fraudulent misrepresentation but ordered a new trial solely on determining appropriate punitive damages due to their excessiveness relative to the firm's equity value. -
Family Accuses Cardiologist of Negligence Leading to Patient Death
In a heated legal dispute unfolding in California's Second Appellate District, Theod Simonian's family accuses cardiologist Vahe Badalian of negligence leading to their relative's death following hip surgery complications. -
Plaintiff alleges Attorneys acted with Malice in Malpractice Suit
A recent appellate court decision has upheld a malicious prosecution lawsuit brought by Kenneth Purdom against several attorneys who represented a patient in an unsuccessful medical malpractice case against him. The ruling underscores the necessity for expert testimony in such cases and suggests potential malice on part of the attorneys for pursuing baseless claims. -
Plaintiff Trustee Sues Commercial Tenant Over Unlawful Detainer ___
A trustee has successfully sued a commercial tenant for unlawful detainer after multiple attempts to terminate tenancy failed. The court awarded possession of property and $26,818 in damages while dismissing claims of retaliatory eviction raised by defendant Robert Matheka. -
Homeowner Accuses Designer Firm Of Fraud And Unlicensed Contracting In Remodel Dispute
A legal dispute between a homeowner and an interior designer firm over a Beverly Hills remodel has led to accusations of fraud and unlicensed contracting practices. The case involves allegations about billing discrepancies amounting to tens of thousands of dollars. -
Former Employee Sues Major Healthcare Provider for Wrongful Termination Due To Disability
A former employee's lawsuit against Molina Healthcare alleging wrongful termination due to disability has been dismissed by both trial and appellate courts in California. -
Former Teachers Allege Constitutional Violations in Disciplinary Statutes Against State
Two former LAUSD teachers have filed a lawsuit against the State of California challenging several Education Code provisions they claim are unconstitutional due to procedural unfairness and discriminatory impacts based on race and age. -
Township Alleges Malibu Violated Open Meeting Laws Over Settlement Discussion
The Malibu Township Council has accused the City Council of violating open meeting laws during discussions about an attorney fee settlement related to ongoing litigation in December 2012.The plaintiff seeks declaratory relief based on alleged breaches under California's Ralph M.Brown Act governing municipal transparency mandates -
Property Owner Cleared in Negligence Case Over Backyard Injury
In a recent ruling, Oliver Perez's negligence lawsuit against Luisa Haro was dismissed by both trial and appellate courts due to an 'open and obvious' hazard defense regarding a backyard dirt hill where Perez sustained injuries while working as an independent contractor. -
Prominent Columnist's Estate Sues Major Newspaper for Discrimination
A nine-year legal battle involving allegations of age and disability discrimination against a major newspaper has concluded with significant implications for attorney fee awards following multiple trials and appeals. -
Pedestrian Sues Rideshare Giant Over Driver Negligence
Mackenzie Young Jay Kim has filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., claiming they should be held liable for injuries he sustained after being struck by one of their drivers who had recently gone offline on their app but may have still been working indirectly for them. -
City Accuses Property Owner Sandblossom LLC of Public Nuisance Over Dilapidated Property
The City of Claremont has taken legal action against Sandblossom LLC over claims that their neglected property posed significant public health risks leading to costly court proceedings involving appointed receiverships and disputed financial liabilities. -
Los Angeles Faces Legal Challenge Over Controversial Eldercare Facility Approval
A new eldercare facility on Wilshire Boulevard has sparked legal battles between local residents and city officials over environmental concerns and zoning laws compliance. -
Defendant accused of misclassifying employment relationship
A recent ruling from California's Second Appellate District affirmed a lower court's judgment awarding $96,412 to Vicki Huff following disputes over whether she was employed as an on-call caregiver or merely assisting as a roommate under specific conditions set forth by Andrew and Sondra Santer. -
Telecom Company Faces Renewed Legal Battle Over Wage Violations
A recent ruling by the California Court of Appeal has reignited a long-standing legal dispute between Telecom Network Specialists Inc., and its technicians over alleged wage-and-hour violations dating back to 2006.