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Plaintiff alleges former public defender's negligence led to wrongful imprisonment; sues County
Donald McCurdy is suing the County of Riverside over claims that ineffective assistance from a public defender led to his wrongful imprisonment for nearly two years.
Former Deputy Sheriff Alleges Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Improperly Denied Promotion
Marlon Quesada claims he was unjustly denied promotion within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department due to consideration of an outdated disciplinary investigation against him during promotional reviews.
Patient Alleges Dental Malpractice Against Local Dentist Over Negligent Care
Lorena Leyva has filed a lawsuit against dentist Iraj Movahhedi in Ventura County Superior Court alleging dental malpractice dating back to March 2014.
Plaintiff alleges local business violated ADA and UCRA due to accessibility barriers
A California resident has taken legal action against a Simi Valley business for alleged violations of disability rights laws after encountering significant accessibility barriers during a visit.
Former Employee Sues Restaurant Chain Apreet & Sonz Inc. Over Unpaid Wages
Samantha Alvarado has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Apreet & Sonz Inc., alleging violations of labor laws including unpaid wages and denial of meal breaks.
Former LAPD Officer Alleges Unlawful Termination Over Vaccine Mandate Against City of Los Angeles
A former LAPD officer is challenging her dismissal after refusing to comply with a city-wide COVID-19 vaccination mandate in Los Angeles County courts, citing personal beliefs and alleged procedural violations in handling her case
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employers Sensata Technologies Inc., Peak Technical Services L.P., Violated Wage Laws
Raul Contreras has filed a class action lawsuit against his former employers Sensata Technologies Inc., Peak Technical Services L.P., alleging they violated multiple labor laws including failing to pay minimum wages and overtime.
Resident Alleges Negligence Against Local Police Over Identity Theft Reports
A Santa Paula resident has filed a lawsuit against the city’s police department alleging negligence in handling identity theft reports which led to severe emotional distress.
Plaintiff Trustee Alleges Fraud Against Nonprofit Corporation Over Property Fees
In a lawsuit filed on October 16th in Ventura County Superior Court, Michael Goland accuses several entities including Las Casitas Homeowners Association of fraudulently claiming homeowner fees on a disputed property not legally part of their...
Former Business Associate Alleges Defamation Against Flower Company Owner
A defamation lawsuit has been filed by William G. Dickson against Lidia's Flowers Inc., accusing them of publishing false statements that damaged his reputation following an incident in Los Angeles County on August 24th. Filed in Ventura Superior Court on October 8th, the case seeks compensatory damages totaling $35,000 plus additional costs from Roberto Ayala and others involved.
Plaintiff alleges Trustees of Real Estate Trust violated Disability Access Laws
Gabby Furno has filed a lawsuit against trustees of a real estate trust over alleged violations of disability access laws at a Ventura skin care bar's parking lot. Filed in Ventura Superior Court on October 8th, this case highlights critical issues around accessibility compliance under both federal and state laws.
Former Employee Alleges Keller North America Violated Labor Laws
Paul Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against Keller North America alleging workplace harassment and labor law violations during his tenure from October 2019 to March 2023. The case highlights issues like unpaid overtime and wrongful termination while seeking various forms of compensation through the court system.
Business Partners Accuse Mi Pueblo Café Owner of Breach of Contract
A legal battle unfolds in Ventura County as Julio C. Lopez and Maria G. Castor sue Narrez Inc., alleging breach of contract related to their investment in Mi Pueblo Café along with multiple labor law violations under CEO Roberto Naranjo’s management.
Former Employee Alleges Record Technology Inc.'s CEO Mismanaged Profit-Sharing Funds
Jorge Rocha has filed a lawsuit against Record Technology Inc., accusing its CEO Donald MacInnis of fraudulently mismanaging his profit-sharing plan contributions during his nearly four-decade employment with the company. The suit seeks damages and judicial intervention to recover allegedly diverted funds.
Karpaty & Gemignani LLC accused of Violating Disability Access Laws
A visually-impaired woman sues Karpaty & Gemignani LLC for failing to make their website accessible under disability rights laws. Filed in Ventura County Superior Court on October 7th by attorney Joseph R. Manning Jr., the lawsuit seeks injunctive relief and damages due to alleged violations of ADA and UCRA statutes.
Plaintiffs Allege RV Manufacturer Violated Consumer Protection Laws
A recent appellate court decision highlights a significant consumer protection issue involving a major RV manufacturer accused of violating California laws through unenforceable contract terms aimed at moving legal disputes out-of-state.The plaintiffs argue these practices undermine essential statutory protections.
Plaintiff accuses Financial Institution Trustee Company over Quiet Title Dispute
In a recent appellate court decision dated October 3rd, Cherie Brown lost her appeal against Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., which she accused of wrongful foreclosure practices involving complex mortgage transactions dating back to her property's purchase in 2007 from Youval Zive with ties to Washington Mutual loans.
Freight Company Accused of Breach Over Unpaid Invoices
In a high-stakes legal battle involving two freight giants, Manifest Destiny Transport Corporation successfully sued South Bay Freight System for over half a million dollars in unpaid invoices following a contentious cargo theft incident. The court found South Bay acted improperly by withholding payments far exceeding their losses and attempting to poach staff from Manifest Destiny amidst ongoing litigation.
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.