Congratulations to Shannon Gustafson, Amy R. Margolies, and Anita Clarke on their recent victory in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. The three judge panel unanimously affirmed the district court’s grant of summary judgment dismissing Plaintiff’s wrongful death lawsuit in the matter of McCormack v. County of San Bernardino.
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Attorney Lane E. Webb obtained a defense verdict on all causes of action in a 10-day homeowner v. HOA/Property Management trial in Orange County, California that spanned over 3 weeks. Homeowner stated that water intrusion from the exterior of the building was cause for mold growth within the condominium. The defense was able to show […]
Congratulations to Trevor Resurreccion and Bradley Wilson on their recent victory representing a general contractor before the California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District. The underlying lawsuit involves a multi-party dispute arising out of the failed construction of a hotel project in the Coachella Valley. The trial court dismissed the general contractor client’s cross-complaint against a construction […]
Catherine Naltsas secured an early win for her natural toothpaste client defending a potential class action lawsuit in the Northern District of California. Plaintiffs alleged that the natural toothpaste product contained PFAS. Pre-suit, it was determined through testing of the lots of tube toothpaste and expert analysis that the tube toothpaste product contained no PFAS. […]
A Lynberg & Watkins trial team headed by Shel Harrell and Merily Sanchez just recorded a huge win on a long-running, hard-fought case – Barber v. County of Orange, et al. Plaintiff alleged that he was victimized by three Orange County Sheriff’s deputies’ use of “excessive force” during a 2020 arrest incident. The deputies flatly […]
Congratulations to Shannon Gustafson and Anita Clarke-Valencia on their recent victory in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. The three judge panel unanimously affirmed the district court’s grant of summary judgment in favor of their law enforcement clients.
Attorney John Culver recently acted as a Workshop Leader at the 2024 San Diego Inn of Court Evidence Workshop. John lead the direct and cross examination exercises performed by six attorney participants. Their experience level ranged from six months to many years. There were two fact patten scenarios utilized. Each participant took a turn at direct and […]
LW attorney Doug Rafner has been a steadfast member of the Del Mar Union School District’s Board of Trustees since 2010, demonstrating unwavering commitment and leadership. Throughout his tenure, he has held the position of Board President for five years, showcasing his dedication to the district’s success. In 2022, Doug won his fourth election, securing […]
Over the Memorial Day weekend 2024, LW partner Catherine Naltsas volunteered Saturday, Sunday and Monday at the Valley Greek Festival in Northridge, California. Catherine spent three days mentoring a team of mostly 10 year-olds at the calamari booth, where the children learned to work the register, were trained in food safety, and food preparation. As […]
Congratulations to Trevor Resurreccion on his election to the Board of Directors of The Jefferson Society for a three year term starting with the 2024-2025 term. The Jefferson Society is a non-profit organization whose members have dual degrees in Architecture and Law. It’s mission is to organize and utilize the dual professional education and experience of the […]
On April 14, on behalf of the Ladies Philoptochos of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Northridge, Catherine Naltsas presented the Kids N Cancer Camp Agape ministry with a check for $10,000. The Kids N Cancer Camp Agape ministry is a ministry of the Philoptochos of the Metropolis of San Francisco and hosts a “camp” for […]
Lynberg & Watkins team Shel Harrell, Catherine Naltsas and Tamara Heathcote successfully prevail on FRCP Rule 50 motions in favor of three Deputy Defendants on the issue of Qualified Immunity. This victory for the Deputy Defendants follows the third trial on the issue of Deputy Defendants’ use of force during an arrest.