News from March 2021
Economics professor: 'Millionaire tax' is a short term remedy
Introducing a new bill that would increase taxes for California’s wealthiest residents is a gesture that will continue the conversation until the political climate becomes more agreeable to the redistribution of wealth
George Floyd Law clears public safety committee but bill sponsor expects continued opposition
Police reform legislation, AB 26, passed the California State Assembly Committee on Public Safety last week but continued opposition from law enforcement lobbyists is expected
Grebing on high school sports lawsuit: 'No reason why high school-aged athletes' can't play
After winning a suit to resume youth sports in San Diego County, attorney Stephen Grebing is promising to file suits in other California communities in order to get young athletes back on the field.
Amazon submits appeal to $6 million wage theft violations lawsuit
Amazon and Green Messengers are being slapped with a $6.4 million citation from the Labor Commissioner's Office in Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino Counties for wage theft violations after 718 workers complained of having to complete their routes without getting paid for working through their breaks.
Fresno County Department of Social Services accused of harassing lesbian employee
The Fresno County Department of Social Services faces accusations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation based on sexual orientation in the Fresno County Superior Court.
Fresno County landlord cornered in suit after letting rental units allegedly deteriorate past safe inhabitation
A Fresno County landlord was named in a lengthy Fresno County Superior Court lawsuit that alleges failure to provide a habitable dwelling and other charges.
$10.5 million settlement against retailer Curacao includes penalties, debt forgiveness
A $10.5 million partial settlement against the retailer Curacao will see the company providing $10 million in debt relief to its consumers, as well as $500,000 in debt forgiveness, but both the company and the state say the settlement is a win.
TROUTMAN PEPPER HAMILTON SANDERS LLP: Corporate Counsel Rank Troutman Pepper Among Top 50 Law Firms for Client Service
In an independent survey of corporate counsel, Troutman Pepper ranks No. 44 in client service performance, according to the BTI Client Service A-Team 2021 report released.
COZEN O'CONNOR: A Closer Look: Wage and Hour Issues for California Employers
Wage and hour litigation continues to cause big headaches for employers, and we have already seen new laws, regulations, and court decisions in 2021 that impact a business's compliance obligations.
GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP: Greenberg Traurig Adds Highly Regarded IP and Life Sciences Attorney David Gay in Los Angeles; Continues Strategic Expansion
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues the strategic expansion of its Intellectual Property & Technology and Life Sciences & Medical Technology Practices with the addition of David Gay as a shareholder in the Los Angeles office.
GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP: Greenberg Traurig Advises Technology Company Digital Turbine on Purchase Agreement to Acquire Fyber for 600 Million USD
Greenberg Traurig advised NASDAQ-listed technology company Digital Turbine, Inc. (Digital Turbine) on its acquisition of Fyber N.V. (Fyber), developer of a monetization platform for software applications.
BLANK ROME LLP: Blank Rome Expands Privacy, Security & Data Protection Practice with Leading Team in California
Blank Rome LLP is pleased to welcome three new attorneys to the firm’s Corporate, M&A, and Securities group, notably enhancing the firm’s Privacy, Security & Data Protection practice: partners Sharon R. Klein, who will serve as chair of the Privacy, Security & Data Protection practice, and Alex C. Nisenbaum, as well as associate Karen H. Shin.
Court activity on March 26: County of Kern vs Vicente Ihinio Guzman
The State of California Superior Court - Kern County reported the following activity in the suit brought by County of Kern against Vicente Ihinio Guzman on March 26: 'Summons'.
Court activity on March 1: Ana Chico vs Gilbert Chico
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Ana Chico, Angelina Chico and Manuel Chico against Gilbert Chico on March 1: 'Request For Order Filed By Ana Chico Re: Other:compel Resp To Respond To Ntc To Identify And Produc Docs (030121).'.
Case activity for Richard W. Provencio vs Carmen V. Provencio on March 11
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Richard W. Provencio against Carmen V. Provencio on March 11.
Case activity for Eric M. Gonzales vs Celina Valdivia Gonzales on March 17
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Eric M. Gonzales against Celina Valdivia Gonzales on March 17.
Case activity for Rebecca Delgado vs Stanley W. Delgado on March 15
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Rebecca Delgado against Stanley W. Delgado on March 15.
Court activity on March 26: Daniel D. Kausalik vs Elena L. Kausalik
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Daniel D. Kausalik against Elena L. Kausalik on March 26: 'Case Resolution Status Conference'.
Court activity on Feb. 25: Steven Macias vs Taren Martin
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Steven Macias against Taren Martin on Feb. 25: 'Clerk's Office Returned Rfo/uccjea/I&e For The Following Reason: Docs Are Incomplete **.'.
Case activity for Timothy Michael Hidalgo vs Emily Gabriella Hidalgo on Feb. 25
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Emily G. Hidalgo, The County of San Bernardino and Timothy Michael Hidalgo against Emily Gabriella Hidalgo and Tim M. Hidalgo on Feb. 25.