News from October 2024
Orange County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 2
The Orange County Superior Court reported the following activity on Oct. 2 in the suits below:
San Bernardino County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 2
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity on Oct. 2 in the suits below:
CA lawmakers exempt Capitol Annex project from state enviro review law, can't be sued
A state appeals court said California lawmakers didn't violate the state constitution by specifically and immediately exempting the $1.2B Capitol Annex project from the state's controversial California Environmental Quality Act, in an apparent move to thwart legal challenges seeking to halt the project
San Bernardino County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 1
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity on Oct. 1 in the suits below:
California Department of Justice Investigating Bakersfield Police Department Officer-Involved Shooting Under AB 1506
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the California Department of Justice (DOJ), pursuant to Assembly Bill 1506 (AB 1506), is investigating and independently review an officer-involved shooting (OIS) that occurred in Bakersfield, California on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m.
Sheppard Mullin Receives Top Legal Organizations for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
The Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law (OCDDL) selected Sheppard Mullin for its “Top Legal Organizations for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Award.”
Orange County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 1
The Orange County Superior Court reported the following activity on Oct. 1 in the suits below:
State of California Superior Court - Kern County: Actions Taken on Oct. 1
The State of California Superior Court - Kern County reported the following activity on Oct. 1 in the suits below:
Meet our 2024 PILC Grant Recipients Working in Government — Part Two
Southwestern's Public Interest Law Committee (PILC) is a student-run organization that sponsors several events each year to raise student awareness and involvement in providing legal services for underrepresented communities and is dedicated to facilitating public interest law careers by supporting students in public interest work through fundraising efforts for the school's Public Interest Law Summer Grant Program.
How State-Sponsored Vigilantism Threatens Our Communities (and our Democracy) on October 8, 2024
Across vast swaths of the United States, “legal vigilantism” is transforming how Americans work, have fun, study, love, and participate in the civic and political life of their communities and their country.
Riverside man who ran in 'Tough Mudder' obstacle race sues organizer over rashes, vomiting
A Riverside resident is suing organizers of last year’s “Tough Mudder” obstacle course race in Sonoma County, alleging that non-potable water sources used at the event caused serious bacterial infections leading to skin rashes and lesions on his body.
Former Police Officers Allege Retaliation Against City Over Whistleblower Claims
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
Plaintiff alleges Beverly Hills restaurant Il Pastaio fostered hostile work environment
In a compelling legal battle unfolding in California's appellate courts, Jose Rivera accuses his former employer Il Pastaio—a prominent Beverly Hills restaurant—of fostering a racially hostile work environment among other labor violations following years-long alleged mistreatment at the hands of coworkers which culminated in physical aggression prompting his lawsuit seeking redress for discrimination under FEHA alongside wage-related grievances amidst ongoing judicial scrutiny.
Plaintiffs Accuse Former Employer Driven Deliveries of Breach Amid Corporate Merger Confusion
In a complex legal battle involving corporate mergers and alter ego liability claims, former employees have taken their previous employer to court over unpaid settlements following a business acquisition by another corporation.
The plaintiffs seek accountability from both their former employer's executive linked as an alter ego and its new parent company for assumed liabilities during merger proceedings.
Former Adjunct Lecturer Alleges Discrimination Against Santa Clara University
Jane Doe has filed a lawsuit against Santa Clara University alleging racial and gender discrimination during her tenure as an adjunct lecturer from 2016-2018. The case highlights serious accusations including harassment and failure by SCU management to address safety concerns raised by Doe during her employment period.
Patient Alleges Medical Negligence Against Cosmetic Surgery Provider Following Complications
A lawsuit filed by Ivon Valdez alleges professional negligence against Celebrating Women Center following complications from a Brazilian Butt Lift surgery performed by Dr. Adrienne Lara in February 2023. The suit seeks damages exceeding $35k due to alleged improper care leading to nerve injuries and prolonged suffering for Valdez.
State of California Superior Court - Kern County: Actions Taken on Sept. 30
The State of California Superior Court - Kern County reported the following activity on Sept. 30 in the suits below:
Orange County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Sept. 30
The Orange County Superior Court reported the following activity on Sept. 30 in the suits below:
San Bernardino County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Sept. 30
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity on Sept. 30 in the suits below:
San Bernardino County Superior Court: Actions Taken on Sept. 29
The San Bernardino County Superior Court reported the following activity on Sept. 29 in the suits below: