News from June 2024
Homeowners' Association Sues County Over Walkway Construction Obligations
Casa Blanca Beach Estates Owners’ Association has taken legal action against Santa Barbara County and California Coastal Commission over obligations tied to constructing a beach access walkway stemming from an agreement made in 1990. The case hinges on whether administrative remedies have been exhausted or if delays justify bypassing these procedures.
Plaintiffs accuse Southern California Edison Company over Woolsey Wildfire Damages
Brian and Roohi Stack have filed an appeal against Southern California Edison Company among others over allegations related to damages caused by the Woolsey wildfire in 2018. The appellate court partially reversed an earlier ruling dismissing their claims as time-barred.
Shook Partner Named Among LA’s 500 Most Influential for Fifth Year
Shook Los Angeles Managing Partner Michael Mallow has been named by the Los Angeles Business Journal (LABJ) among the 500 most influential people in the city.
Plaintiffs allege mismanagement by interim trustee over grandparents' trust
Annemarie Donkin and Lisa Kim have filed a complaint against Aileen Federizo concerning her role as Interim Trustee managing their grandparents' trust assets without proper notification procedures for contingent beneficiaries like Matthew Donkin who appeals two probate orders related thereto.
Plaintiff seeks enforcement of no-contest clause against sister in family trust dispute
Sarah Plott Key has appealed against her sister Elizabeth Plott Tyler over enforcing a no-contest clause in their family’s 1999 trust following alleged undue influence regarding amendments made to it in 2007 and 2003 respectively which altered asset distribution terms significantly affecting inheritances involved as per latest court filings dated May 28th 2024 at Superior Court Los Angeles County overseen Judge Daniel Juarez .
Man appeals decision for Uber USA claiming missed payments caused severe medical conditions
Young Chon has appealed against Uber USA after claiming their payment errors caused him severe medical conditions including arrhythmia and stroke. The Superior Court dismissed his case due to insufficient records and failure to oppose motions properly; now he's seeking amendment opportunities through appeal.
Plaintiff challenges car manufacturer over arbitration clause enforcement
Santos Novoa has filed a petition against American Honda Motor Co., Inc., alleging fraudulent concealment related to defective transmissions and seeking relief from enforced arbitration clauses based on evolving case law interpretations.
Candice Zee and Sheryl Skibbe Named in Los Angeles Business Journal Women of Influence: Attorneys 2024 List
Vedder Price is pleased to announce that Shareholders Sheryl (Sherry) Skibbe and Candice Zee have been named among the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Women of Influence.
Southern California Edison Company appeals order to produce documentation in Creek Fire case
Southern California Edison has filed a complaint against an order compelling document production related to an internal investigation following the Creek Fire incident in 2017.
The appellate court reviews whether these documents are protected under attorney work product doctrine despite public reporting obligations.
Plaintiffs allege negligence against Castro Logistics Inc. following severe vehicular accident
Four individuals have filed a lawsuit against Castro Logistics Inc., alleging negligence after a severe vehicular accident on July 29th left them injured physically and mentally. The complaint seeks various forms of relief including economic damages for lost wages and medical expenses.
Plaintiff alleges homeowner liable for premises liability after fall incident
Keri Bernard Ligerman has filed a premises liability complaint against Stanley Black following an incident where she fell on his home's driveway during a charity event in May 2019. Despite presenting evidence claiming negligence on part of Black regarding maintenance of his property, both trial and appellate courts ruled in favor of Black citing lack of substantial proof for dangerous conditions.
Plaintiffs accuse trucking company owner of breaching contract
Yue Ma and Lihong Zhao have sued Linghan Hank Cao over allegations including breach of contract related to their jointly owned trucking company, Ideal International Investment (Ideal). The case involves disputes over asset removal and threats between parties following disagreements about dissolving or continuing the business after its initial three-year term expired.
Pico Rivera First Mortgage investors sue over breach of contract
Pico Rivera First Mortgage Investors LP has filed a breach-of-contract complaint against Henry Aguila following a contentious foreclosure process involving his corporation's property in Pico Rivera. The case includes allegations of breach-of-fiduciary duty and interference with prospective economic advantage involving multiple parties.
Former public defender: ‘Uber stepped up to offer free rides to public defender clients’
Partners for Justice Co-founder Emily Galvin-Almanza, a former California public defender, stated in a May 26 opinion that by offering free rides to public defender clients, Uber enables those clients to attend court dates and required appointments that they may have otherwise struggled to attend due to a lack of affordable, accessible transportation.
Quinn Emanuel Partner Anthony Alden and Associates Elijah Turner and Andrew Shifren Contributed to the American Bar Association (ABA)’s International Law News Spring Issue
Quinn Emanuel Partner Anthony Alden and Associates Elijah Turner and Andrew Shifren have contributed to the American Bar Association (ABA)’s International Law News Spring Issue.
USC Gould / Analysis Group Global Competition Law Thought Leadership Conference on June 6-7, 2024
Elai Katz is speaking at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law’s Global Competition Law Thought Leadership Conference.
Three Partners Selected for Forbes’ America’s Top 200 Lawyers List
Quinn Emanuel Chairman John B. Quinn and partners Alex Spiro and Kathleen Sullivan have been listed in Forbes’ America’s Top 200 Lawyers list.
LA lifeguard captain says LA County Fire Dept trampled his religious rights over 'Progress Pride' flag
22-year veteran captain of L.A.'s lifeguard service, who is a 'devout Christian,' says he was mistreated by commanding officers and he and his family were threatened with harm by others after he requested an exemption from county mandate to personally raise the 'Progress Pride' flag at his lifeguard station
Fix The City alleges non-compliance by Los Angeles officials over housing project approvals
Fix The City has filed a lawsuit against various entities within Los Angeles' municipal structure alleging violations related to housing project approvals under Measure JJJ and seismic safety regulations. They seek judicial intervention to halt ongoing constructions until compliance is ensured.
Balancing Tax Planning, Advocacy, and Professional Ethics: The Rules That Every Partnership Tax Advisor Should Know on June 5, 2024
Tax attorney Brad Seltzer will speak on a panel titled "Balancing Tax Planning, Advocacy, and Professional Ethics: The Rules That Every Partnership Tax Advisor Should Know" during a three-day program hosted by the Practicing Law Institute (PLI).