California 2nd District Court of Appeal
Recent News About California 2nd District Court of Appeal
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Dubai-Based Media Conglomerate Accused of Defamation Wins Jurisdiction Battle
A defamation lawsuit filed by Achraf Safieddine against Dubai-based MBC Group has been dismissed due to lack of personal jurisdiction in California courts. Despite allegations linking him to Hezbollah money laundering activities broadcasted by Al Arabiya network via DISH Network in the U.S., the court ruled insufficient connections between MBC Group's actions and California. -
Team Enterprises accused of environmental contamination
A California-based LLC is suing a former tenant over alleged environmental contamination at their commercial property in Santa Clarita dating back decades The lawsuit involves complex legal arguments around previous settlements statutes limitations due diligence requirements potential damages -
Patient Alleges Hospital Charged Undisclosed Emergency Fees
Farzam Salami has filed a complaint against Los Robles Regional Medical Center alleging improper charges for emergency medical services without proper disclosure or agreement. The case raises important questions about hospital billing practices and patient rights regarding price transparency. -
Physician Accuses Colleagues at UCLA Health System of Malicious Conduct Leading to Career Damage
Steven Weinstein has filed a lawsuit against former colleagues Oscar Joe Hines and Kit M. Song alleging professional misconduct that has severely impacted his career as a physician. The case highlights issues around workplace dynamics within medical institutions. -
UCLA Student Sues University Over Dorm Safety Negligence
A UCLA student's fall from a dormitory bunk bed has led to a lawsuit against The Regents of the University of California alleging negligence and unsafe living conditions due to improper assembly and overcrowding in dorm rooms. -
Plaintiff alleges Defendant failed proper notification regarding Arbitration Agreement
Selena Towell has taken legal action against Move Inc., claiming inadequate notification about an arbitration agreement embedded within a revised employee handbook during her medical leave period led to wrongful termination amidst other grievances. -
Plaintiff alleges Defendant violated zoning laws
Holguin Family Ventures has filed a lawsuit against Ventura County over alleged zoning violations concerning their Old Creek Ranch Winery operations. The family-owned business claims wrongful accusations related to unpermitted expansions and changes in land use. -
Defendant accused of defamation after firing former employee
A fired bodyguard sues his former employer for wrongful termination while being accused of defamation himself after contacting high-profile clients about ongoing litigation matters through a controversial text message. -
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Driver And Faulty Design By City In Wrongful Death Suit
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed following a tragic accident in Pasadena that claimed Yangyang Liu's life when she was struck by a car driven by Austin Nok Lum Wong.The suit alleges negligence on part of both the driver for reckless driving and the city for poor intersection design. -
Tenant Accuses Landlord of Retaliatory Eviction Following Property Damage Dispute
In a notable appellate decision, Wen Shen wins the right to pursue substantial attorney fees against landlord Gary Prato after proving retaliatory eviction amidst severe property damage disputes. This ruling underscores critical tenant protections against landlord reprisals. -
Plaintiff Accuses Montebello Unified School District and Swap Meet Operator Over Dangerous Condition Leading to Injury
Maria E. Rangel has won an appeal against Montebello Unified School District and Fenix Merchandise U.S.A., Inc., overturning a prior summary judgment ruling in favor of the defendants regarding her trip-and-fall injury claim at a swap meet location in Los Angeles County. -
Plaintiff appeals personal injury case settlement reversal
A recent appellate decision overturned a lower court's ruling regarding a disputed personal injury settlement between Maya Endrawes and Briaunna Mitchell following their vehicular collision. -
Plaintiff alleges Workers' Compensation Appeals Board misinterpreted law in disability payment dispute
The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund challenges a ruling by California's Workers' Compensation Appeals Board regarding Nancy Vargas's entitlement to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments following an industrial injury. -
Plaintiff accuses Universal Music Publishing Group of Breach of Contract
A legal dispute between Carl L.Miller and Universal Music Publishing Group ended unfavorably for the plaintiff as he failedto provide sufficient evidence supportinghisclaims.Thecourt sidedwiththedefendant,citingnumerousproceduralmisstepsandlackofevidence. -
Plaintiff accuses distant relative of financial elder abuse
A recent ruling has upheld accusations against an individual who allegedly manipulated an elderly man into transferring his assets through undue influence and fraudulently benefiting from them after his death. -
Retired Attorney Sues Orange County Retirement Board Over Pension Calculation
James B. Morell has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Retirement of the Orange County Employees’ Retirement System over a disputed $3,500 Optional Benefit Program payment excluded from his pension calculation upon retirement in 2014. -
Neighboring Property Owners Clash Over Driveway Easement Rights
A heated legal battle has erupted between neighboring property owners over shared driveway usage rights in Los Angeles. -
Plaintiffs accuse California Health Care Services Director over Medi-Cal Reimbursement Reclassification
Windsor Gardens Convalescent Center loses its appeal against California's health department over $700k-$900k Medi-Cal reimbursement reductions due to cost reclassifications from labor to administrative expenses. -
Plaintiff accuses Department Of Housing And Community Development
Nira Woods’ complex legal battle against multiple entities reaches a crucial juncture as her appeal is dismissed due to insufficient legal grounding and citation issues. -
Whistleblower Alleges Retaliation by Los Angeles County Office of Education
Mark Yeoh alleges retaliation by Los Angeles County Office of Education after opposing administrative decisions regarding special education programs in SELPA regions.