News from June 2024
'Junk science:' SF federal judge tosses expert analysis often cited to support Roundup cancer lawsuits
Northern California District Judge Vince Chhabria said "peer review" wasn't enough to persuade him to allow lawyers to use an oft-cited analysis of other studies, which the judge said was pocked by "glaring" flaws, to back their claims that a South Carolina man's lymphoma was caused by using Roundup
Los Angeles Times Names Darrell Miller Among Entertainment Business Visionaries
Fox Rothschild congratulates Darrell D. Miller on his selection to the Los Angeles Times’ Entertainment Business Visionaries list.
Widow plausibly alleges late husband's employer hid COVID outbreak from him
VENTURA – A California appellate court judge has agreed with a plaintiff that the Santa Barbara County Superior Court mistakenly found that her wrongful death lawsuit surrounding the work-related death of her husband from COVID-19 complications failed to plead sufficient facts, under the fraudulent concealment exception to the workers’ compensation exclusivity rule.
Sahara Pynes Named to Daily Journal’s Top Women Lawyers List
Fox Rothschild congratulates Sahara Pynes, who was recognized in the 2024 list of Top Women Lawyers in California by the Daily Journal.
Karen Hewitt and Rasha Shields again named to Daily Journal's "Top Women Lawyers in California" list
Karen P. Hewitt and Rasha Gerges Shields have been named to the Daily Journal's list of "Top Women Lawyers in California" for 2024.
Strategic Takeaways from West Coast Legal Developments: Intangibles, Change of Ownership and More on June 24, 2024
Michelle DeLappe will present on the topic of "Strategic Takeaways from West Coast Legal Developments: Intangibles, Change of Ownership, and More" at the Institute for Professionals in Taxation's Annual Conference in San Diego.
Sal LaViña And Ryan Barncastle Named Visionaries In L.A. Times B2B Publishing’s 2024 Commercial Real Estate Magazine
Ryan Barncastle and Sal LaViña have been recognized as visionaries in L.A. Times B2B Publishing’s 2024 Commercial Real Estate Magazine.
Shareholder Sues Tech Giant Over Alleged Breach Of Fiduciary Duty And Lack Of Diversity
Edward Sanchez has filed a lawsuit against executives at Cisco Systems alleging breaches related to racial and ethnic diversity within the company. The case highlights issues around corporate governance practices following Cisco's reincorporation from California to Delaware.
Plaintiff insurer sues condo owner for negligence causing fire damage
Truck Insurance Exchange has filed a lawsuit against Sarina Singhi for negligence after a fire caused extensive damage to multiple condominium units in Oxnard, California. The insurer seeks $379,555.31 in damages along with other legal reliefs from the Ventura Superior Court.
Plaintiff sues individual over dog attack causing severe injuries
Timothy Turpin has filed a lawsuit against Doug Looper in Ventura Superior Court following a severe dog attack incident on April 23, 2024. The suit seeks various forms of relief including damages for medical expenses and loss of earnings due to ongoing injuries.
Plaintiff accuses ex-wife and children over alleged fraudulent change in deceased fiancé’s $400k 401K
Jessica Dabbs has filed a lawsuit against Danette Henthorn and her children alleging they manipulated her dying fiancé into changing his $400k 401K beneficiary designation just days before his death.
Plaintiffs accuse healthcare providers of medical malpractice leading to wrongful death
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.
Plaintiff sues boat repair service owner for negligence after devastating fire
A lawsuit has been filed in Ventura Superior Court alleging negligence following a severe boat fire that injured Gerardo Andrade Martinez. The complaint targets Jose Solorzano for negligent repairs and Adam Fuscaldo for negligent hiring practices.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Defendants Following Serious Car Accident
Jaime Calderon has filed a lawsuit against Ruth Katherine Ewald and Bruce Ewald alleging negligence following a car accident on September 29, 2023. The complaint details how Ruth allegedly ran a red light at high speed causing significant injuries to Calderon.
Los Angeles Resident Sues Over Negligence in Motor Vehicle Collision
Susan Marie Denardo has filed a lawsuit against Phillip Lehman Shiver following a car accident that left her with severe injuries. The case alleges negligence and seeks over $35,000 in damages plus additional costs.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Defendant Following Car Accident
Two individuals have filed a negligence lawsuit against another party following a car accident in Ventura County in June 2022. The plaintiffs claim severe physical injuries and financial losses due to the defendant's alleged careless driving.
Tenant Sues Property Owner Over Negligence Leading to Trip-and-Fall Injury
Laurie Haynes has filed a lawsuit against Michael H. Byrne for negligence after tripping over an obstruction at her apartment complex in Ventura on July 3, 2022. Filed on June 13, 2024, in Ventura Superior Court by attorney Erik Harper from Morgan & Morgan Los Angeles LLP., the suit seeks damages for ongoing physical suffering and financial losses.
Ventura Property Owners Sued for Negligence After Woman's Fall
A Ventura woman is suing Urbane Cafe Operations LLC and Ventura Gateway LLC for negligence after falling on their property in June 2022. The plaintiff seeks damages for medical expenses and lost earnings among other reliefs.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Drivers in Dual Collision Incident
Luis Tadeo Martinez has filed a lawsuit against Antonia Marie Mabry and Steve Ray Thomas following two collisions on June 24, 2022. The plaintiff seeks compensation for serious personal injuries allegedly caused by the defendants' negligent driving on Ventura’s freeways.
Widow Sues Agricultural Company Over Husband’s Fatal COVID-19 Infection
Maria Chavez has filed a lawsuit against Alco Harvesting LLC alleging that their negligence led to her husband's death from COVID-19 complications while he was employed by them as a foreman and bus driver.