Recent News About Los Angeles County
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Two former police officers have taken legal action against the City of Long Beach alleging wrongful termination due to whistleblower retaliation under California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Labor Code section 1102.5 protections following multiple lawsuits against their former employer spanning several years
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In a heated legal dispute filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court earlier this year,Plaintiff Peter N.Yayais accusing SC Medical Inc.of violating civil rights laws by enforcing strict mask mandates despite his disability.The case highlights ongoing tensions between individual rights and public health measures during COVID-19
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ryan Harper's legal battle against JAMS Inc., rooted in dissatisfaction with an arbitration process dating back to May 2015 has been dismissed by Los Angeles Superior Court citing arbitral immunity protections.
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Traci Morgan has sued Zarco Hotels Incorporated alleging their website is inaccessible for individuals with disabilities using screen reader software. The case seeks compliance with ADA standards among other remedies.
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A real estate dispute involving allegations of coercion has led to an appellate court dismissing an appeal due to insufficient legal arguments by defendants Ernest G., Allen B., Monica R., Shelmadine M., and Eddieson M.. Plaintiff Yvonne T. Anderson successfully argued that her mother was coerced into signing over property rights while mentally incompetent.
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A former spouse has appealed against a court's decision regarding their divorce settlement claiming significant errors in calculating his share from selling their family home leading to potential financial injustice requiring judicial review.
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Quante Adger sued Loyola Marymount University after being injured by falling equipment during a lecture but faced setbacks as courts ruled largely in favor of defendants citing lack of evidence linking most claimed injuries directly to incident.
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Media Coalition's quest for transparency hits a moot point as appellate court dismisses their appeal following full unsealing of contested search warrant records by Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
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William Reno Gerber’s civil lawsuit against Connie Waters has been dismissed due to procedural non-compliance after failing to amend his complaint within a specified timeframe set by the Superior Court of Los Angeles County.
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Sirious Ghermezian has successfully appealed against summary judgment favoring California Department Of Transportation concerning an alleged hazardous sidewalk condition leading to his injury in June 2019 near Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles.
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Home Depot has agreed to pay $750,000 to settle a civil lawsuit filed by several California district attorneys over violations of a California consumer law requiring the redemption of company gift cards with balances of less than $10.
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Mark Yeoh alleges retaliation by Los Angeles County Office of Education after opposing administrative decisions regarding special education programs in SELPA regions.
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A California appellate court has upheld a decision favoring an orthopedic surgeon accused of medical malpractice by a patient who underwent knee surgery in September 2019.
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Rhotunda Conda has filed a lawsuit against former employer Xsolla (USA), Inc., alleging wrongful termination after investigating workplace discrimination complaints. The California appellate court has ruled partially in favor of both parties as it remands key aspects back for further proceedings.
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A recent court ruling has confirmed an arbitration award favoring homeowners who sued a real estate flipper for failing to disclose significant property defects during sale negotiations. The case highlights legal intricacies surrounding real estate transactions and underscores stringent procedural adherence required in post-arbitration disputes.
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In a significant turn of events within a motor vehicle negligence case filed by Mary Ramos and Antonio Baker against Brett M.Oros,the California appellate court has reversed an earlier decision to vacate a default judgment due to improper application of procedural law.The plaintiffs allege that Oros ran a red light causing a collision,and seek damages amounting to $212447.
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In a recent ruling by the California Court of Appeal, Hazel and Alejandro Alers' lawsuit alleging medical malpractice resulting in wrongful death was dismissed due to procedural shortcomings and lack of sufficient evidence against healthcare providers including Dr. Sara Kossuth and HealthCare Partners Affiliates Medical Group.
