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We pride ourselves in producing good results for our clients. Below are selected examples of our clients’ recent victories on appeal. Click the links to read more details.
Scholes v. Lambirth Trucking Co. (2020)
Representing amicus curiae, Horvitz & Levy successfully argues in California Supreme Court that statute authorizing heightened damages for injury to trees does not apply to trees damaged by negligently spread fires
Read MoreCity of San Juan Capistrano v. Cal. Public Utilities Comm'n (2019)
Representing amicus curiae San Diego Gas & Electric (Sempra), Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to affirm the dismissal of an action seeking to derail Sempra’s construction project.
Read MoreA&S Metal Recycling, Inc. v. Wilson's Metal Exchange, Inc (2020)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case arising out of commercial dispute between business competitors
Read MoreAngel v. Winograd (2016)
California Court of Appeal reverses denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case.
Read MoreCentral Metal v. Center Bank (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms grant of anti-SLAPP motion in action arising from commercial lender’s receivership action.
Read MoreSqrow v. A.G.M.G.H. Five, the Ranch Limited Partnership (2014)
California Court of Appeal permits low-income seniors to proceed with challenge to 144-percent rent increase.
Read MoreJay v. Mahaffey (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in malicious prosecution case.
Read MoreMalin v. Singer (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court and orders dismissal of extortion claim against attorney.
Read MoreIbarra v. Carpinello (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms dismissal of defamation lawsuit in high-profile MMA dispute.
Read MoreState Farm v. Lee (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms order granting motion to strike cross-complaint for abuse of process.
Read MoreLi v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (2010)
California Court of Appeal affirms order denying motion to strike malicious prosecution action against Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.
Read MoreStewart v. Rolling Stone LLC (2010)
California Court of Appeal confirms broad First Amendment protection for publishers.
Read MorePrediWave Corporation v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett et al. (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court order that dismissed $2 billion attorney malpractice suit under anti-SLAPP statute.
Read MoreIn Re Episcopal Church Cases (2009)
California Supreme Court rules in favor of national church in property dispute with breakaway local parish.
Read MoreKibler v. Northern Inyo County Local Hosp. Dist. (2006)
California Supreme Court holds that hospital peer review process is subject to an anti-SLAPP motion.
Read MoreVarian v. Delfino (2005)
California Supreme Court holds that appeal from the denial of an anti-SLAPP motion automatically stays further trial court proceedings.
Read MoreA&S Metal Recycling, Inc. v. Wilson's Metal Exchange, Inc (2020)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case arising out of commercial dispute between business competitors
Read MoreGreen Gate Services, LLC v. Daniel Koetting (2020)
Horvitz & Levy obtains reversal of judgment confirming multimillion dollar arbitration award
Read MoreHandlers-Bryman v. El Pollo Loco (2020)
Horvitz & Levy secures stipulated reversal of multimillion dollar judgment and injunction restricting El Pollo Loco’s franchise operations
Read MoreSunnie H. Han, et al. v. Richard Hallberg, Jr. (2020)
The Supreme Court grants motion to dismiss review, reinstating a favorable Court of Appeal’s opinion that prevented a forced partnership buyout and established that living trusts may serve as partners under California law
Read MoreLittle Cottage Caregivers v. Meiri (2020)
California Court of Appeal reinstates ownership interest in a medical marijuana collective
Read MoreCarr v. AutoNation (2020)
Ninth Circuit affirms dismissal of trade secrets action against Horvitz & Levy's client
Read MoreBlas v. U.S. Sports Camps (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for American Golf Corporation in personal injury case
Read MoreNapolitano Holdings v. Touchstone Climbing (2019)
Horvitz & Levy secures reversal of summary judgment in a commercial landlord’s breach of lease action
Read MoreQuidel Corp. v. Superior Court (2019)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court that had applied a rule of per se invalidity to exclusivity provisions in contracts between businesses
Read MoreHan v. Hallberg (2019)
California Court of Appeal holds that living trusts may serve as partners under California law.
Read MoreVilla Riviera Condominium Association v. Spectra Company et al. (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for subcontractor in construction defect action.
Read MoreStrategic Concepts, LLC v. Beverly Hills Unified School District (2018)
California Court of Appeal applies conflict of interest law to reverse $23 million breach of contract judgment against school district.
Read MorePSM Holding Corp. v. Nat'l Farm Fin. Corp. (2018)
Ninth Circuit rules on consequences of enforcing a money judgment pending appeal.
Read MoreSimers v. Los Angeles Times Communications, LLC (2018)
Court of Appeal rejects constructive discharge claim.
Read MoreSheron Doll v. Mahin Ghaffari (2017)
California Court of Appeal affirms order denying attorney fees in landlord-tenant dispute.
Read MoreAcqua Vista v. MWI, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $24 million judgment against pipe supplier in construction defect case.
Read MoreHaynes v. Kim (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict for corporation in auto accident case, rejecting agency theory.
Read MoreCentral Metal v. Center Bank (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms grant of anti-SLAPP motion in action arising from commercial lender’s receivership action.
Read MoreTransbay Auto Service, Inc. v. Chevron USA, Inc. (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses judgment under Petroleum Marketing Practices Act.
Read MoreIronridge Global IV, Ltd. v. ScripsAmerica, Inc. (2015)
California Court of Appeal dismisses opposing party’s appeal under the disentitlement doctrine.
Read MoreAghaian v. Minassian (2015)
California Court of Appeal reverses order granting forum non conveniens motion, holding that Iran is not a suitable alternative forum.
Read MoreRunflatAmerica, LLC v. Michelin North America, Inc. et al. (2014)
California Court of Appeal rules for defendants in a shareholder derivative action brought by the former CEO of a company, who alleged his company should have sued the defendants for perceived business torts.
Read MoreMobasser v. Yermian (2014)
California Court of Appeal vacates jury’s award of emotional distress damages and punitive damages in family business dispute.
Read MoreGuo v. American Plus Bank N.A. (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses fraud judgment against community bank.
Read MoreJankey v. Lee (2012)
California Supreme Court holds that prevailing defendant in disability access action is entitled to mandatory award of attorney fees.
Read MoreDon Johnson Productions, Inc. v. Rysher Entertainment (2012)
California Court of Appeal reduces judgment in favor of actor Don Johnson from $53.2 million to $15 million in dispute arising out of a production contract’s copyright provision.
Read MoreBison Builders Inc. v. ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation (2012)
California Court of Appeal holds that elevator company is not required to indemnify general contractor for construction accident.
Read MoreBurlington Coat Factory v. Bella Terra Associates (2011)
California Court of Appeal upholds landlord’s interpretation of novel lease provision.
Read MoreLogix v. Faherty (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $40 million judgment in dispute over satellite television royalties.
Read MorePauma Band of Luiseño Mission Indians v. Harrah's Operating Company, Inc. (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses $30 million judgment in business dispute arising from negotiations to develop and manage a hotel and casino on an Indian reservation.
Read MorePSM Holding Corp. v. National Farm Financial Corp. (2009)
Ninth Circuit reverses $43 million judgment in contract dispute.
Read MoreCity of Hope Nat. Medical Center v. Genentech, Inc. (2008)
California Supreme Court affirms $300 million compensatory damages award for underpayment of patent royalties.
Read MoreSterling v. Taylor (2007)
California Supreme Court affirms judgment for defendant in dispute over real estate transaction.
Read MoreTutor-Saliba-Perini v. Metropolitan Transit Authority (2005)
California Court of Appeal reverses $60 million False Claims Act judgment against construction contractor.
Read MoreA&S Metal Recycling, Inc. v. Wilson's Metal Exchange, Inc (2020)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case arising out of commercial dispute between business competitors
Read MoreGreen Gate Services, LLC v. Daniel Koetting (2020)
Horvitz & Levy obtains reversal of judgment confirming multimillion dollar arbitration award
Read MoreBorja v. Saxton (2020)
California Court of Appeal affirms favorable judgment for defense in personal injury action, rejecting plaintiff’s new trial bid
Read MoreHandlers-Bryman v. El Pollo Loco (2020)
Horvitz & Levy secures stipulated reversal of multimillion dollar judgment and injunction restricting El Pollo Loco’s franchise operations
Read MoreSunnie H. Han, et al. v. Richard Hallberg, Jr. (2020)
The Supreme Court grants motion to dismiss review, reinstating a favorable Court of Appeal’s opinion that prevented a forced partnership buyout and established that living trusts may serve as partners under California law
Read MoreLittle Cottage Caregivers v. Meiri (2020)
California Court of Appeal reinstates ownership interest in a medical marijuana collective
Read MoreShia v. Shia (2020)
California Court of Appeal reverses spousal support award because trial court failed to consider domestic violence evidence
Read MoreNewman v. Larios (2020)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment based on insurer’s acceptance of plaintiff’s tactical settlement offer
Read MoreCurry v. Academy Pointe, Inc. (2020)
California Court of Appeal reduces $4.5 million punitive damages award to $750,000 in reasonable accommodation case against apartment owner and manager
Read MoreAlaniz v. Sun Pacific Shippers, L.P. (2020)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment against landowner due to error in jury instructions
Read MoreMontoya v. Ford (2020)
Court of Appeal reverses judgment for plaintiff in lemon law case, rejecting statute of limitations tolling based on plaintiff’s membership in successively filed class actions
Read MoreScholes v. Lambirth Trucking Co. (2020)
Representing amicus curiae, Horvitz & Levy successfully argues in California Supreme Court that statute authorizing heightened damages for injury to trees does not apply to trees damaged by negligently spread fires
Read MoreAlexander v. Community Hospital of Long Beach (2020)
Court of Appeal reverses a discrimination and hostile work environment judgment against Horvitz & Levy’s client
Read MoreBlas v. U.S. Sports Camps (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for American Golf Corporation in personal injury case
Read MoreLahijani v. Hakakian (2019)
Horvitz & Levy successfully defends judgment for defendant homeowner in personal injury action
Read MoreHerod v. Parfums De Coeur Ltd. Corp. (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for defendant in personal injury/products liability case
Read MoreDuket v. Fremont Rideout Health Group (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms judgment for defendant in wrongful death/Elder Abuse Act case
Read MoreSamora v. Muhammad (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms favorable judgment for defendants in personal injury case
Read MoreAcoba v. Olivera Egg Ranch, LLC (2019)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Court of Appeal to affirm judgment following jury verdict for egg ranch in nuisance case
Read MoreDoe v. Department of Children and Family Services (2019)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Court of Appeal to affirm nonsuit for foster family agency in negligence case
Read MoreBennett v. Rancho California Water District (2019)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Court of Appeal to reverse a jury verdict awarding plaintiff over $800,000 against a public entity for alleged whistleblower retaliation
Read MoreNapolitano Holdings v. Touchstone Climbing (2019)
Horvitz & Levy secures reversal of summary judgment in a commercial landlord’s breach of lease action
Read MoreTaulbee v. EJ Distribution Corp. (2019)
Horvitz & Levy obtains affirmance of jury verdict finding trucking company not liable for catastrophic freeway accident
Read MoreEisen v. Tavangarian (2019)
California Court of Appeal disagrees with prior decision from the same division, reversing judgment requiring partial demolition of remodeled home
Read MoreQuidel Corp. v. Superior Court (2019)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court that had applied a rule of per se invalidity to exclusivity provisions in contracts between businesses
Read MoreBarton v. The Argen Corporation (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment of dismissal in products liability action against supplier of dental alloys
Read MoreHernandez v. First Student, Inc. (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirmed judgment allocating eighty percent of fault to the plaintiff who darted into the street on his bicycle
Read MoreZapata v. The Superior Court (2019)
California Court of Appeal issues order in response to writ petition, causing trial court to vacate order denying defendant's motion to quash service of the complaint.
Read MoreZubin v. Toyota Motor Sales (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms favorable judgment for Toyota in Lemon Law case.
Read MoreHan v. Hallberg (2019)
California Court of Appeal holds that living trusts may serve as partners under California law.
Read MoreStennett v. Miller (2019)
California Court of Appeal upholds wrongful death statute against equal protection challenge.
Read MoreSteele v. Bell-Carter Foods (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in products liability and warranty action against olive producer.
Read MoreStokes v. Muschinske (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms favorable judgment and holds that defense billing experts can use Medicare reimbursement rates to form their opinions on the reasonable value of medical services.
Read MoreJohnson v. The Raytheon Co. (2019)
California Court of Appeal issues published opinion affirming summary judgment in premises liability action.
Read MoreVilla Riviera Condominium Association v. Spectra Company et al. (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for subcontractor in construction defect action.
Read MoreLicudine v. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms trial court ruling that a plaintiff's Code of Civil Procedure section 998 offer was served too early to be in good faith.
Read MoreLovewell v. Stanford Federal Credit Union & Joan Opp (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for credit union & CEO against wrongful termination claims.
Read MoreHagan v. Torrance Memorial Medical Center (2019)
Horvitz & levy successfully defends judgment for hospital in medical malpractice action.
Read MoreHart v. Special Electric (2018)
Horvitz & Levy prevails on statute of repose issue in asbestos lawsuit.
Read MoreKaur v. Broadbase (2018)
Horvitz & Levy obtains dismissal of appeal in wrongful death suit.
Read MoreHuerta v. Kava Holdings, Inc. (2018)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for hotel in FEHA case.
Read MoreJabo v. YMCA of San Diego County (2018)
Court of Appeal upholds finding that YMCA owed no duty to use automated external defibrillator.
Read MoreHake v. Allied Fluid Products Corp. (2018)
Court of Appeal affirms nonsuit on ground that plaintiff's "every exposure" theory was insufficient to prove causation under Kansas law.
Read MoreRudolph v. Rudolph and Sletten, Inc (2018)
Court of Appeal rejects plaintiffs' attempt to circumvent workers' compensation exclusive-remedy rule in take-home asbestos case
Read MoreDavila v. Derby (2018)
California Court of Appeal reverses $4.2 million personal injury verdict because of inflammatory comments during trial.
Read MoreVictaulic v. American Home Assurance Company (2018)
Court of Appeal reverses $52 million Brandt fee and punitive damages award in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreSimers v. Los Angeles Times Communications, LLC (2018)
Court of Appeal rejects constructive discharge claim.
Read MoreSheron Doll v. Mahin Ghaffari (2017)
California Court of Appeal affirms order denying attorney fees in landlord-tenant dispute.
Read MoreLockheed Litigation Cases (2017)
California Court of Appeal rules again for the defense in long-running toxic tort litigation.
Read MoreDhillon v. John Muir Health (2017)
California Supreme Court resolves important administrative law issue, reversing dismissal of hospital’s appeal in staff privileges case.
Read MoreOrtiz v. WMC-A, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of hospital in spinal-injury case.
Read MoreCuevas v. Contra Costa County (2017)
California Court of Appeal requires retrial of future medical expense claim to permit evidence of Medicaid and Affordable Care Act benefits.
Read MoreMartinez v. Asplundh Tree Expert Co. (2017)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of power line clearing contractor in negligence action.
Read MoreHawkins v. St. John Missionary Baptist Church of Bakersfield (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment that ousted pastor from church.
Read MoreSaller v. Crown Cork & Seal (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $3.6 million in punitive damages in products liability case.
Read MoreAcqua Vista v. MWI, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $24 million judgment against pipe supplier in construction defect case.
Read MoreSarkisyan v. Newport Insurance Company (2017)
Court of Appeal affirms denial of class certification in favor of insurance company based on plaintiff’s failure to prove existence of ascertainable class and sufficient community of interest.
Read MoreHoriike v. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company (2016)
California Supreme Court holds that buyer in real estate transaction is owed a fiduciary duty by salesperson who represents the seller.
Read MoreWang v. Nibbelink (2016)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in favor of property owners on the basis of recreational immunity.
Read MoreLicudine v. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (2016)
California Court of appeal publishes helpful opinion on “lost earning capacity” damages.
Read MoreSantos M. v. Superior Court of Los Angeles County (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L pro bono clients in family law dispute over eligibility for immigration relief.
Read MoreLudwig v. Hacienda Paraiso (2016)
California Court of Appeal reverses $10 million judgment against H&L client.
Read MoreTrinity River Lumber Company et al. v. Weaverville Community Services District (2016)
California Court of Appeal finds public water district immune from liability for failure of water system to furnish sufficient water to extinguish a fire.
Read MoreOlympic and Georgia Partners v. Arch Specialty Insurance Co. (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L clients in insurance coverage dispute over major repairs to Ritz-Carlton residences.
Read MoreFireman's Fund Insurance Co. v. Heller (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for insurer in rescission action.
Read MoreSheehe v. Kihagi (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L pro bono client in rent control dispute.
Read MoreBertsch v. Mammoth Community Water District (2016)
California Court of Appeal issues published opinion affirming summary judgment for community association and water district in skateboard injury case.
Read MoreMcClatchy v. Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP (2016)
Court of Appeal affirms ruling in favor of San Francisco law firm in probate dispute.
Read MoreGopal v. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (2016)
California Court of Appeal rejects enterprise liability theory and affirms summary judgment in favor of health insurer in wrongful death case.
Read MoreAngel v. Winograd (2016)
California Court of Appeal reverses denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case.
Read MoreHaynes v. Kim (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict for corporation in auto accident case, rejecting agency theory.
Read MoreLozano v. AWI Management Corporation (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment that found apartment manager not liable for shooting rampage.
Read MoreCentral Metal v. Center Bank (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms grant of anti-SLAPP motion in action arising from commercial lender’s receivership action.
Read MoreCarter v. Heitzler (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in negligence suit arising from horseback riding injury.
Read MoreMurat v. Exxon Mobil Corp. (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in asbestos exposure case.
Read MoreHartford Casualty Insurance Company v. J.R. Marketing, L.L.C. (2015)
California Supreme Court permits insurers to seek reimbursement directly from Cumis counsel for objectively unreasonable billings.
Read MoreLockheed Litigation Cases (Group 9) (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in long-running toxic tort case.
Read MoreIronridge Global IV, Ltd. v. ScripsAmerica, Inc. (2015)
California Court of Appeal dismisses opposing party’s appeal under the disentitlement doctrine.
Read MoreRoman v. BRE Properties (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for apartment owner accused of discrimination.
Read MoreRalphs Grocery Company v. Midtown Shopping Center Associates (2015)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment against Ralphs Grocery Company in landlord-tenant dispute.
Read MoreDonaho v. County of Yuba (2015)
California Court of Appeal rules that public entity is not liable for placement of bus stop near freeway.
Read MoreAlbert v. Mid-Century Insurance Co. (2015)
California Court of Appeal holds that trespass to trees is not covered by a general liability policy.
Read MoreCohen v. Sterling (2015)
Court of Appeal upholds order granting new trial following $17 million verdict arising out of apartment building fire.
Read MoreIn re Marriage of McCourt (2015)
California Court of Appeal rules in favor of former Dodgers owner Frank McCourt in marital dispute.
Read MoreBurdick v. Superior Court (Sanderson) (2015)
California Court of Appeal holds that out-of-state resident’s Facebook post about California resident does not necessarily create personal jurisdiction in California.
Read MoreJudicial Council Coordinated Proceedings 4435 TCP Cases (City of Redlands v. Shell Oil Co.) (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict for Shell Oil Company in case alleging groundwater contamination.
Read MoreCollin v. CalPortland Company (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in asbestos injury action against joint compound manufacturer.
Read MoreCottini v. Enloe Medical Center (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of medical center.
Read MoreSafeway Inc. v. Superior Court (Hardin) (2014)
California Court of Appeal grants petition for writ of mandate in failure-to-warn suit against pharmacy.
Read MoreRunflatAmerica, LLC v. Michelin North America, Inc. et al. (2014)
California Court of Appeal rules for defendants in a shareholder derivative action brought by the former CEO of a company, who alleged his company should have sued the defendants for perceived business torts.
Read MoreEisenhower Medical Center v. Superior Court (2014)
California Court of Appeal dismisses $500 million medical privacy claim against hospital.
Read MoreSqrow v. A.G.M.G.H. Five, the Ranch Limited Partnership (2014)
California Court of Appeal permits low-income seniors to proceed with challenge to 144-percent rent increase.
Read MoreMobasser v. Yermian (2014)
California Court of Appeal vacates jury’s award of emotional distress damages and punitive damages in family business dispute.
Read MoreMonroe v. Yurosek Farms LLC (2014)
California Court of Appeal holds that recreational use immunity applies to licensees as well as landowners.
Read MoreR.R. v. H.F. (2014)
California Court of Appeal orders trial court to enforce mother's rights to legal custody and reconsider her request for greater visitation with her now six-year-old child.
Read MoreHaggis v. Yari (2014)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12 million judgment in dispute over film profits, finding no substantial evidence to support trial court’s alter ego finding.
Read MoreGuo v. American Plus Bank N.A. (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses fraud judgment against community bank.
Read MoreKmart Corporation v. Hartford Fire Insurance (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for insurer on duty-to-defend issue and reinstates insurer’s claim for reimbursement.
Read MoreJay v. Mahaffey (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in malicious prosecution case.
Read MoreMalin v. Singer (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court and orders dismissal of extortion claim against attorney.
Read MoreMercado v. Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, Inc. (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses order denying employer’s motion to compel arbitration.
Read MoreCann v. Stefanec (2013)
Court of Appeal holds that primary assumption of risk doctrine bars suit by college swimmer injured in weight room accident.
Read MoreEl-Attar v. Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (2013)
California Supreme Court unanimously reverses Court of Appeal regarding hospital procedures for reviewing adverse action on doctor’s application for staff privileges.
Read MoreS. R. v. Superior Court (2013)
Superior court grants domestic violence victim’s request for a waiver of court fees after Court of Appeal issues alternative writ of mandate.
Read MoreLawrence v. J.R. Enterprises, L.P. (2013)
California Court of Appeal upholds validity of 99 year lease for commercial property.
Read MoreTamas v. T.L. Pavlich Construction, Inc. (2013)
California Court of Appeal holds that jurors did not commit misconduct by using toy cars during deliberations to visualize auto accident.
Read MoreCorenbaum v. Lampkin (2013)
California Court of Appeal holds that evidence of “billed” but unpaid medical expenses is not admissible to prove future medical damages or noneconomic damages.
Read MoreMoran v. South Coast Medical Center (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms hospital’s denial of medical staff privileges.
Read MoreSingh Educational Services v. Blueprint Test Preparation LLC (2013)
Court of Appeal rejects competitor’s attempt to shut down test preparation company in alleged theft of trade secrets action.
Read MoreJankey v. Lee (2012)
California Supreme Court holds that prevailing defendant in disability access action is entitled to mandatory award of attorney fees.
Read MoreDon Johnson Productions, Inc. v. Rysher Entertainment (2012)
California Court of Appeal reduces judgment in favor of actor Don Johnson from $53.2 million to $15 million in dispute arising out of a production contract’s copyright provision.
Read MoreBison Builders Inc. v. ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation (2012)
California Court of Appeal holds that elevator company is not required to indemnify general contractor for construction accident.
Read MoreHoward Entertainment, Inc. v. Kudrow (2012)
California Court of Appeal reverses summary judgment in favor of actress in contract dispute over withheld agent commissions.
Read MoreAmerican States Ins. Co. v. Ramirez (2012)
California Court of Appeal reverses $6 million judgment in insurance coverage dispute and orders entry of judgment for the defendant.
Read MoreFinley v. Club One, Inc. (2012)
Court of Appeal holds health club member’s personal injury lawsuit is barred by liability waiver in membership agreement.
Read MoreGarcia v. ConMed Corporation (2012)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of medical device manufacturer in products liability action.
Read MoreWang v. Heck (2012)
California Court of Appeal holds doctor not liable for recommending that the DMV reinstate the license of an epileptic patient.
Read MoreO'Neil v. Crane Co. (2012)
California Supreme Court holds that product manufacturers cannot be liable for injuries caused by replacement parts.
Read MoreGonzalez v. Southern California Gas Company (2011)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment in wrongful death/premises liability case based on absence of legal duty.
Read MoreLos Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority v. Alameda Produce Market LLC (2011)
California Supreme Court unanimously reverses Court of Appeal opinion in eminent domain dispute.
Read MoreBurlington Coat Factory v. Bella Terra Associates (2011)
California Court of Appeal upholds landlord’s interpretation of novel lease provision.
Read MoreBarrese v. Murray (2011)
California Court of Appeal reverses jury verdict and remands for reconsideration of motion for new trial.
Read MoreBehnke v. State Farm General Insurance Co. (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms pre-trial dismissal of policyholder's claims for breach of contract, misrepresentation, and bad faith in dispute over Cumis fees.
Read MoreAttitudes Hair & Nail Salon v. Superior Court (2011)
California Court of Appeal issues peremptory writ reversing denial of summary judgment in case involving Unruh Act and Disabled Persons Act.
Read MoreIbarra v. Carpinello (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms dismissal of defamation lawsuit in high-profile MMA dispute.
Read MoreIn re Pineda (2011)
Horvitz & Levy petition to California Supreme Court results in reconsideration of ruling against abused minor.
Read MoreBruns v. E-Commerce Exchange, Inc. et al. (2011)
California Supreme Court reverses Court of Appeal opinion that permitted plaintiff to proceed with putative class action more than five years after filing complaint.
Read MoreState Farm v. Lee (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms order granting motion to strike cross-complaint for abuse of process.
Read MoreLi v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (2010)
California Court of Appeal affirms order denying motion to strike malicious prosecution action against Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.
Read MoreHuitt v. Southern California Gas Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12.6 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and directs entry of judgment for defendant in failure-to-warn case.
Read MoreMolina v. Shell Oil Co. (2010)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict in product defect action against chemical manufacturers, rejecting plaintiffs' attempt to use jury instructions developed for asbestos litigation.
Read MoreRaymond v. Flynt (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses arbitration award against employer in sexual harassment case.
Read MoreTverberg v. Filner Construction, Inc. (2010)
California Supreme Court limits scope of hirer liability to self-employed contractors.
Read MoreCollins v. Plant Insulation Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $1.9 million judgment in asbestos action and orders new trial on allocation of fault.
Read MoreBoeken v. Philip Morris USA, Inc. (2010)
California Supreme Court rules that a plaintiff who previously sued for loss of consortium based on a spouse’s personal injuries cannot, consistent with the res judicata doctrine, again pursue post-death consortium damages in a second lawsuit for wrongful death.
Read MoreWalton et al. v. The William Powell Co. (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $5 million judgment in asbestos case, holding that valve maker is not liable as a matter of law for asbestos that was used in conjunction with its product.
Read MoreKirk v. First American Title Insurance Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal issues opinion approving the use of ethical screens to avoid vicarious law firm disqualification.
Read MoreLogix v. Faherty (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $40 million judgment in dispute over satellite television royalties.
Read MoreFire Insurance Exchange v. Superior Court (2010)
California Court of Appeal issues writ of mandate, directing trial court to grant summary judgment in favor of insurer in coverage dispute.
Read MoreMnatsakanyan v. CalFarm Insurance Company (2010)
Court of Appeal reverses $4.6 million judgment on arbitration award.
Read MoreBaker v. National Interstate Insurance Company (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12 million judgment in insurance coverage dispute and orders entry of judgment for the defendant.
Read MorePrediWave Corporation v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett et al. (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court order that dismissed $2 billion attorney malpractice suit under anti-SLAPP statute.
Read MoreGriffin Dewatering Corp. v. Northern Ins. Co. of New York (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses an $11 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and orders entry of judgment for the defendant in insurance bad faith case.
Read MorePauma Band of Luiseño Mission Indians v. Harrah's Operating Company, Inc. (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses $30 million judgment in business dispute arising from negotiations to develop and manage a hotel and casino on an Indian reservation.
Read MoreSilverbrand v. County of Los Angeles (2009)
California Supreme Court extends “prison delivery rule” to notices of appeal in civil cases.
Read MoreIn Re Episcopal Church Cases (2009)
California Supreme Court rules in favor of national church in property dispute with breakaway local parish.
Read MoreMontoya v. Ford (2020)
Court of Appeal reverses judgment for plaintiff in lemon law case, rejecting statute of limitations tolling based on plaintiff’s membership in successively filed class actions
Read MoreSarkisyan v. Newport Insurance Company (2017)
Court of Appeal affirms denial of class certification in favor of insurance company based on plaintiff’s failure to prove existence of ascertainable class and sufficient community of interest.
Read MoreBruns v. E-Commerce Exchange, Inc. et al. (2011)
California Supreme Court reverses Court of Appeal opinion that permitted plaintiff to proceed with putative class action more than five years after filing complaint.
Read MoreKoszdin v. State Comp. Ins. Fund. (2010)
California Court of Appeal rejects class action against employers and workers compensation insurers.
Read MoreKavu v. Omnipak (2007)
Fax-blasting case settles on favorable terms after Horvitz & Levy petitions the Ninth Circuit for interlocutory appeal of class certification order.
Read MoreConsumer Advocates v. DaimlerChrysler Corporation (2005)
California Court of Appeal reverses lemon law injunction against auto manufacturer.
Read MoreBryan v. Ameriquest Mortgage Co. (2003)
California Court of Appeal decertifies multi-state class action against mortgage lender.
Read MoreMontoya v. Ford (2020)
Court of Appeal reverses judgment for plaintiff in lemon law case, rejecting statute of limitations tolling based on plaintiff’s membership in successively filed class actions
Read MoreKealy v. Ford Motor Credit Company (2019)
Horvitz & Levy obtains reversal of jury verdict finding Ford Credit responsible for erroneous credit reporting and secures an affirmance of the dismissal of plaintiff’s Business and Professions Code section 17200 (UCL) claim before trial
Read MoreZubin v. Toyota Motor Sales (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms favorable judgment for Toyota in Lemon Law case.
Read MoreSteele v. Bell-Carter Foods (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in products liability and warranty action against olive producer.
Read MoreSarkisyan v. Newport Insurance Company (2017)
Court of Appeal affirms denial of class certification in favor of insurance company based on plaintiff’s failure to prove existence of ascertainable class and sufficient community of interest.
Read MoreRunflatAmerica, LLC v. Michelin North America, Inc. et al. (2014)
California Court of Appeal rules for defendants in a shareholder derivative action brought by the former CEO of a company, who alleged his company should have sued the defendants for perceived business torts.
Read MoreCryoport Systems v. CNA Insurance Companies et al. (2007)
California Court of Appeal holds that a plaintiff without standing of its own under Proposition 64 may not conduct discovery to find a substitute plaintiff in order to keep a UCL action alive.
Read MoreTutor-Saliba-Perini v. Metropolitan Transit Authority (2005)
California Court of Appeal reverses $60 million False Claims Act judgment against construction contractor.
Read MoreGavaldon v. DaimlerChrysler Corp. (2004)
California Supreme Court holds that replacement or restitution remedy is not required under California’s lemon law for breach of a service contract.
Read MoreHaggis v. Yari (2014)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12 million judgment in dispute over film profits, finding no substantial evidence to support trial court’s alter ego finding.
Read MoreDon Johnson Productions, Inc. v. Rysher Entertainment (2012)
California Court of Appeal reduces judgment in favor of actor Don Johnson from $53.2 million to $15 million in dispute arising out of a production contract’s copyright provision.
Read MoreHoward Entertainment, Inc. v. Kudrow (2012)
California Court of Appeal reverses summary judgment in favor of actress in contract dispute over withheld agent commissions.
Read MoreLogix v. Faherty (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $40 million judgment in dispute over satellite television royalties.
Read MoreCoppola v. Warner Bros. (2003)
California Court of Appeal reverses $80 million award against Warner Bros.
Read MoreKidron v. Franklin (1997)
California Court of Appeal reverses $41 million judgment against Sony.
Read MoreHardesty v. Sacramento County (2020)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to vacate $105 million verdict against Sacramento County in constitutional challenge to the County’s enforcement of mining regulations
Read MoreRiley v. Kernan (2020)
Ninth Circuit reinstates prisoner’s civil rights lawsuit on religious liberty grounds
Read MoreEstate of Morad v. City of Long Beach (2020)
Ninth Circuit affirms judgment for City of Long Beach, police chief, and police officer in excessive force case
Read MoreCarr v. AutoNation (2020)
Ninth Circuit affirms dismissal of trade secrets action against Horvitz & Levy's client
Read MoreCity of San Juan Capistrano v. Cal. Public Utilities Comm'n (2019)
Representing amicus curiae San Diego Gas & Electric (Sempra), Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to affirm the dismissal of an action seeking to derail Sempra’s construction project.
Read MoreMichery v. Ford (2019)
Horvitz & Levy obtains affirmance of jury verdict finding Ford’s 1999 Expedition was not defectively designed.
Read MorePhiladelphia Indemnity Insurance Company v. Sabal Insurance Group (2019)
Eleventh Circuit affirms summary judgment for insurer in coverage claim for amounts paid to resolve criminal grand theft charges
Read MoreInsurance Co. of the State of Pennsylvania v. County of San Bernardino (2019)
Ninth Circuit affirms favorable judgment for insurer in high-stakes coverage dispute over the stacking of policy limits.
Read MoreKlune v. Palo Verde Health Care District (2019)
Ninth Circuit rejects hospital executive's claims in lawsuit against former employer.
Read MoreSan Diego Comic Convention v. Dan Farr Productions (2018)
Ninth Circuit saves defendants from financial ruin by staying enforcement of trademark infringement injunction and $4 million judgment pending appeal.
Read MoreByrd v. Phoenix Police Dep't (2018)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner's civil rights claims.
Read MorePSM Holding Corp. v. Nat'l Farm Fin. Corp. (2018)
Ninth Circuit rules on consequences of enforcing a money judgment pending appeal.
Read MoreBamberger v. National Union Fire Ins. Co., et al. (2017)
Ninth Circuit rules for insurer in bad faith and coverage action.
Read MoreRoyal Alliance Associates, Inc. v. Mooney et al. (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses order requiring securities broker/dealer to submit to FINRA arbitration.
Read MoreNance v. Miser (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of Muslim prisoner's religious liberty claims.
Read MoreProBuilders Specialty Insurance Company, RRG v. Valley Corp B. (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms partial district court judgment in favor of Insurer based on proper jury instructions.
Read MoreHahn v. Waddington (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner’s civil rights claims.
Read MoreOchoa-Valenzuela v. Ford Motor Company (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms defense verdict in a products liability action arising from a single-vehicle rollover accident.
Read MoreEdwards v. Ford Motor Company (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms district court decision that consumer expectations test for product defect does not apply to roof strength in a rollover accident.
Read MoreMonje v. Spin Master Inc. (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms trial court’s rulings striking punitive damages and excluding speculative expert toxicological causation opinions in product liability case involving children’s toy.
Read MoreArmstrong v. Kaplon (2017)
Ninth Circuit reaffirms that criminal restitution orders are not dischargeable in bankruptcy.
Read MoreByrd v. Maricopa County Board of Supervisors (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner civil rights claims.
Read MoreGarity v. APWU National Labor Organization (2016)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of ADA lawsuit against union.
Read MoreHarbor Missionary Church Corporation v. City of San Buenaventura (2016)
Ninth Circuit reverses denial of preliminary injunction to permit church to keep homeless ministry open.
Read MoreMilhouse v. Travelers Commercial Ins. Co. (2016)
Ninth Circuit rules in favor of insurer in dispute over payment of benefits for home destroyed in wildfire.
Read MoreBig 5 Sporting Goods Corp. v. Zurich American Insurance Co. and Hartford Fire Insurance Co. (2015)
Ninth Circuit holds that insurer owes no duty to defend policyholder against consumer class actions.
Read MoreTransbay Auto Service, Inc. v. Chevron USA, Inc. (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses judgment under Petroleum Marketing Practices Act.
Read MoreEscobedo v. Apple American Group (2015)
Ninth Circuit issues published opinion for pro bono client, clarifies rules for indigent litigants.
Read MoreFalcon v. Farley (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses summary judgment against pro bono client in First Amendment Case.
Read MoreFoli v. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (2015)
Ninth Circuit rejects challenge to water district's fluoridation program.
Read MoreIntransit, Inc. v. Travelers Property & Casualty Co. (2014)
Ninth Circuit reverses judgment against insurer, finding that district court misapplied Oregon principles of policy interpretation.
Read MoreGonzales v. California Department of Corrections (2014)
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reverses dismissal of civil rights claims.
Read MoreJimenez v. Holder (2013)
United States government dismisses removal proceedings against immigrant family.
Read MoreHeston v. Taser (2011)
Ninth Circuit affirms district court’s reduction of damages award and orders further reduction, leaving defendant responsible for only $150,000 of original $7.6 million award.
Read MoreCuviello v. City of Oakland (2011)
Ninth Circuit affirms injunction, finding that restrictions on protests at Oracle Arena are consistent with the First Amendment.
Read MorePSM Holding Corp. v. National Farm Financial Corp. (2009)
Ninth Circuit reverses $43 million judgment in contract dispute.
Read MoreOmega S.A. v. Costco Wholesale Corp. (2008)
Ninth Circuit holds that “first sale doctrine” does not provide a defense to an infringement action involving foreign-made, nonpiratical copies of a copyrighted work.
Read MoreNorthrop Grumman Corp. v. Factory Mut. Ins. Co. (2008)
Ninth Circuit rules for insurer in dispute over insurance coverage for $1 billion in storm surge flood damage caused by Hurricane Katrina.
Read MoreRiley v. Kernan (2020)
Ninth Circuit reinstates prisoner’s civil rights lawsuit on religious liberty grounds
Read MoreHawkins v. St. John Missionary Baptist Church of Bakersfield (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment that ousted pastor from church.
Read MoreAngel v. Winograd (2016)
California Court of Appeal reverses denial of anti-SLAPP motion in defamation case.
Read MoreFalcon v. Farley (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses summary judgment against pro bono client in First Amendment Case.
Read MoreBurdick v. Superior Court (Sanderson) (2015)
California Court of Appeal holds that out-of-state resident’s Facebook post about California resident does not necessarily create personal jurisdiction in California.
Read MoreMalin v. Singer (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court and orders dismissal of extortion claim against attorney.
Read MoreSingh Educational Services v. Blueprint Test Preparation LLC (2013)
Court of Appeal rejects competitor’s attempt to shut down test preparation company in alleged theft of trade secrets action.
Read MoreCuviello v. City of Oakland (2011)
Ninth Circuit affirms injunction, finding that restrictions on protests at Oracle Arena are consistent with the First Amendment.
Read MoreStewart v. Rolling Stone LLC (2010)
California Court of Appeal confirms broad First Amendment protection for publishers.
Read MoreIn Re Episcopal Church Cases (2009)
California Supreme Court rules in favor of national church in property dispute with breakaway local parish.
Read MoreTaylor v. Kuwatch (2004)
$1 million defamation judgment against former political candidate reversed.
Read MoreLicudine v. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms trial court ruling that a plaintiff's Code of Civil Procedure section 998 offer was served too early to be in good faith.
Read MoreKlune v. Palo Verde Health Care District (2019)
Ninth Circuit rejects hospital executive's claims in lawsuit against former employer.
Read MoreHagan v. Torrance Memorial Medical Center (2019)
Horvitz & levy successfully defends judgment for hospital in medical malpractice action.
Read MoreDhillon v. John Muir Health (2018)
California Court of Appeal reverses order requiring formal peer review of hospital medical staff's discipline of physician.
Read MoreDhillon v. John Muir Health (2017)
California Supreme Court resolves important administrative law issue, reversing dismissal of hospital’s appeal in staff privileges case.
Read MoreOrtiz v. WMC-A, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of hospital in spinal-injury case.
Read MoreCuevas v. Contra Costa County (2017)
California Court of Appeal requires retrial of future medical expense claim to permit evidence of Medicaid and Affordable Care Act benefits.
Read MoreLicudine v. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (2016)
California Court of appeal publishes helpful opinion on “lost earning capacity” damages.
Read MoreGopal v. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (2016)
California Court of Appeal rejects enterprise liability theory and affirms summary judgment in favor of health insurer in wrongful death case.
Read MoreRay v. Kapiolani Medical Specialists (2011)
Supreme Court of Hawai`i overturns $4,250,000 judgment against physician group for negligent treatment and informed consent.
Read MoreCottini v. Enloe Medical Center (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of medical center.
Read MoreSafeway Inc. v. Superior Court (Hardin) (2014)
California Court of Appeal grants petition for writ of mandate in failure-to-warn suit against pharmacy.
Read MoreEisenhower Medical Center v. Superior Court (2014)
California Court of Appeal dismisses $500 million medical privacy claim against hospital.
Read MoreEl-Attar v. Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (2013)
California Supreme Court unanimously reverses Court of Appeal regarding hospital procedures for reviewing adverse action on doctor’s application for staff privileges.
Read MoreMoran v. South Coast Medical Center (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms hospital’s denial of medical staff privileges.
Read MoreGarcia v. ConMed Corporation (2012)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of medical device manufacturer in products liability action.
Read MoreWang v. Heck (2012)
California Court of Appeal holds doctor not liable for recommending that the DMV reinstate the license of an epileptic patient.
Read MoreReigelsperger v. Siller (2007)
California Supreme Court upholds enforceability of arbitration agreement under MICRA.
Read MoreKibler v. Northern Inyo County Local Hosp. Dist. (2006)
California Supreme Court holds that hospital peer review process is subject to an anti-SLAPP motion.
Read MoreBird v. Saenz (2002)
California Supreme Court limits recovery of emotional distress damages to relatives of injured hospital patient.
Read MorePhiladelphia Indemnity Insurance Company v. Sabal Insurance Group (2019)
Eleventh Circuit affirms summary judgment for insurer in coverage claim for amounts paid to resolve criminal grand theft charges
Read MoreInsurance Co. of the State of Pennsylvania v. County of San Bernardino (2019)
Ninth Circuit affirms favorable judgment for insurer in high-stakes coverage dispute over the stacking of policy limits.
Read MoreMcDonold v. Superior Court (2018)
Court of Appeal affirms that counsel for an excess insurer did not represent its insureds as joint clients in a tripartite relationship when attempting to negotiate a settlement on their behalf.
Read MoreTIG Insurance v. Culpepper (2018)
Qui tam action against perpetrator of insurance fraud reinstated.
Read MorePSM Holding Corp. v. Nat'l Farm Fin. Corp. (2018)
Ninth Circuit rules on consequences of enforcing a money judgment pending appeal.
Read MoreVictaulic v. American Home Assurance Company (2018)
Court of Appeal reverses $52 million Brandt fee and punitive damages award in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreBamberger v. National Union Fire Ins. Co., et al. (2017)
Ninth Circuit rules for insurer in bad faith and coverage action.
Read MoreProBuilders Specialty Insurance Company, RRG v. Valley Corp B. (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms partial district court judgment in favor of Insurer based on proper jury instructions.
Read MoreSarkisyan v. Newport Insurance Company (2017)
Court of Appeal affirms denial of class certification in favor of insurance company based on plaintiff’s failure to prove existence of ascertainable class and sufficient community of interest.
Read MoreOlympic and Georgia Partners v. Arch Specialty Insurance Co. (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L clients in insurance coverage dispute over major repairs to Ritz-Carlton residences.
Read MoreFireman's Fund Insurance Co. v. Heller (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for insurer in rescission action.
Read MoreMilhouse v. Travelers Commercial Ins. Co. (2016)
Ninth Circuit rules in favor of insurer in dispute over payment of benefits for home destroyed in wildfire.
Read MoreBig 5 Sporting Goods Corp. v. Zurich American Insurance Co. and Hartford Fire Insurance Co. (2015)
Ninth Circuit holds that insurer owes no duty to defend policyholder against consumer class actions.
Read MoreHartford Casualty Insurance Company v. J.R. Marketing, L.L.C. (2015)
California Supreme Court permits insurers to seek reimbursement directly from Cumis counsel for objectively unreasonable billings.
Read MoreCromer v. Bristol West Insurance Group/Coast National Insurance Co. (2015)
Nevada Supreme Court affirms judgment for insurance company after jury trial in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreAlbert v. Mid-Century Insurance Co. (2015)
California Court of Appeal holds that trespass to trees is not covered by a general liability policy.
Read MoreIntransit, Inc. v. Travelers Property & Casualty Co. (2014)
Ninth Circuit reverses judgment against insurer, finding that district court misapplied Oregon principles of policy interpretation.
Read MoreKmart Corporation v. Hartford Fire Insurance (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for insurer on duty-to-defend issue and reinstates insurer’s claim for reimbursement.
Read MoreMorrison v. Fire Insurance Exchange (2013)
Nevada Supreme Court holds that homeowner’s insurance policy does not cover policyholder for intentionally punching someone in the face.
Read MoreAmerican States Ins. Co. v. Ramirez (2012)
California Court of Appeal reverses $6 million judgment in insurance coverage dispute and orders entry of judgment for the defendant.
Read MoreState Farm General Insurance Co. v. Frake (2011)
California Court of Appeal holds insured’s deliberate act is not an ‘accident,’ and thus does not trigger liability insurer’s duty to defend, even if resulting injury was unintentional.
Read MoreBehnke v. State Farm General Insurance Co. (2011)
California Court of Appeal affirms pre-trial dismissal of policyholder's claims for breach of contract, misrepresentation, and bad faith in dispute over Cumis fees.
Read MoreFire Insurance Exchange v. Superior Court (2010)
California Court of Appeal issues writ of mandate, directing trial court to grant summary judgment in favor of insurer in coverage dispute.
Read MoreMnatsakanyan v. CalFarm Insurance Company (2010)
Court of Appeal reverses $4.6 million judgment on arbitration award.
Read MoreBaker v. National Interstate Insurance Company (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12 million judgment in insurance coverage dispute and orders entry of judgment for the defendant.
Read MoreGriffin Dewatering Corp. v. Northern Ins. Co. of New York (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses an $11 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and orders entry of judgment for the defendant in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreNorthrop Grumman Corp. v. Factory Mut. Ins. Co. (2008)
Ninth Circuit rules for insurer in dispute over insurance coverage for $1 billion in storm surge flood damage caused by Hurricane Katrina.
Read MoreCarr v. AutoNation (2020)
Ninth Circuit affirms dismissal of trade secrets action against Horvitz & Levy's client
Read MoreQuidel Corp. v. Superior Court (2019)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court that had applied a rule of per se invalidity to exclusivity provisions in contracts between businesses
Read MoreSan Diego Comic Convention v. Dan Farr Productions (2018)
Ninth Circuit saves defendants from financial ruin by staying enforcement of trademark infringement injunction and $4 million judgment pending appeal.
Read MoreSingh Educational Services v. Blueprint Test Preparation LLC (2013)
Court of Appeal rejects competitor’s attempt to shut down test preparation company in alleged theft of trade secrets action.
Read MoreDon Johnson Productions, Inc. v. Rysher Entertainment (2012)
California Court of Appeal reduces judgment in favor of actor Don Johnson from $53.2 million to $15 million in dispute arising out of a production contract’s copyright provision.
Read MoreChristoff v. Nestlé USA, Inc. (2009)
California Supreme Court applies single-publication rule to unauthorized commercial use of likeness in right of publicity case, eliminating our client’s exposure to more than $10 million in damages.
Read MoreOmega S.A. v. Costco Wholesale Corp. (2008)
Ninth Circuit holds that “first sale doctrine” does not provide a defense to an infringement action involving foreign-made, nonpiratical copies of a copyrighted work.
Read MoreCity of Hope Nat. Medical Center v. Genentech, Inc. (2008)
California Supreme Court affirms $300 million compensatory damages award for underpayment of patent royalties.
Read MoreAlexander v. Community Hospital of Long Beach (2020)
Court of Appeal reverses a discrimination and hostile work environment judgment against Horvitz & Levy’s client
Read MoreBlas v. U.S. Sports Camps (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for American Golf Corporation in personal injury case
Read MoreLovewell v. Stanford Federal Credit Union & Joan Opp (2019)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for credit union & CEO against wrongful termination claims.
Read MoreHuerta v. Kava Holdings, Inc. (2018)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment for hotel in FEHA case.
Read MoreRosales v. Bekendam (2018)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment for homeowner where unlicensed contractor was working on homeowner's property and sustained injuries incurred without homeowner's involvement.
Read MoreSimers v. Los Angeles Times Communications, LLC (2018)
Court of Appeal rejects constructive discharge claim.
Read MoreMercado v. Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, Inc. (2013)
California Court of Appeal reverses order denying employer’s motion to compel arbitration.
Read MoreSeabright Insurance Company v. US Airways, Inc. (2011)
California Supreme Court limits recovery by contractors’ employees for injuries arising from alleged violations of Cal-OSHA regulations.
Read MoreRaymond v. Flynt (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses arbitration award against employer in sexual harassment case.
Read MorePrachasaisoradej v. Ralph's Grocery Co. (2007)
California Supreme Court holds that bonus plan based on overall store profitability does not violate labor laws.
Read MoreMcMurray v. City of Burbank (2006)
California Court of Appeal reverses jury verdict for plaintiff in disability discrimination case and orders entry of judgment for defendant.
Read MoreAlaniz v. Sun Pacific Shippers, L.P. (2020)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment against landowner due to error in jury instructions
Read MoreCastro v. ABC Studios, Inc. (2020)
Court of Appeal affirms nonsuit in personal injury action against television studio
Read MoreLahijani v. Hakakian (2019)
Horvitz & Levy successfully defends judgment for defendant homeowner in personal injury action
Read MoreJohnson v. The Raytheon Co. (2019)
California Court of Appeal issues published opinion affirming summary judgment in premises liability action.
Read MoreHais v. Universal Protection Service LP (2018)
Horvitz & Levy successfully defends summary judgment in premises liability case.
Read MoreJabo v. YMCA of San Diego County (2018)
Court of Appeal upholds finding that YMCA owed no duty to use automated external defibrillator.
Read MoreWang v. Nibbelink (2016)
Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in favor of property owners on the basis of recreational immunity.
Read More24 Hour Fitness USA, Inc. v. Superior Court (2016)
Court of Appeal reverses denial of summary judgment for fitness center.
Read MoreLudwig v. Hacienda Paraiso (2016)
California Court of Appeal reverses $10 million judgment against H&L client.
Read MoreBertsch v. Mammoth Community Water District (2016)
California Court of Appeal issues published opinion affirming summary judgment for community association and water district in skateboard injury case.
Read MoreLozano v. AWI Management Corporation (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment that found apartment manager not liable for shooting rampage.
Read MoreDonaho v. County of Yuba (2015)
California Court of Appeal rules that public entity is not liable for placement of bus stop near freeway.
Read MoreCohen v. Sterling (2015)
Court of Appeal upholds order granting new trial following $17 million verdict arising out of apartment building fire.
Read MoreMonroe v. Yurosek Farms LLC (2014)
California Court of Appeal holds that recreational use immunity applies to licensees as well as landowners.
Read MoreFinley v. Club One, Inc. (2012)
Court of Appeal holds health club member’s personal injury lawsuit is barred by liability waiver in membership agreement.
Read MoreGonzalez v. Southern California Gas Company (2011)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment in wrongful death/premises liability case based on absence of legal duty.
Read MoreSeabright Insurance Company v. US Airways, Inc. (2011)
California Supreme Court limits recovery by contractors’ employees for injuries arising from alleged violations of Cal-OSHA regulations.
Read MoreTverberg v. Filner Construction, Inc. (2010)
California Supreme Court limits scope of hirer liability to self-employed contractors.
Read MoreCastaneda v. Olsher (2007)
California Supreme Court holds that mobile home park owner is not liabile for gang-related violence and has no duty to profile prospective tenants for possible gang affiliation.
Read MoreKinsman v. Unocal Corp. (2005)
California Supreme Court limits landowners’ liability to contractors’ employees.
Read MoreRiley v. Kernan (2020)
Ninth Circuit reinstates prisoner’s civil rights lawsuit on religious liberty grounds
Read MoreShia v. Shia (2020)
California Court of Appeal reverses spousal support award because trial court failed to consider domestic violence evidence
Read MoreByrd v. Phoenix Police Dep't (2018)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner's civil rights claims.
Read MoreNance v. Miser (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of Muslim prisoner's religious liberty claims.
Read MoreHahn v. Waddington (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner’s civil rights claims.
Read MoreArmstrong v. Kaplon (2017)
Ninth Circuit reaffirms that criminal restitution orders are not dischargeable in bankruptcy.
Read MoreByrd v. Maricopa County Board of Supervisors (2017)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of prisoner civil rights claims.
Read MoreSantos M. v. Superior Court of Los Angeles County (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L pro bono clients in family law dispute over eligibility for immigration relief.
Read MoreSheehe v. Kihagi (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L pro bono client in rent control dispute.
Read MoreGarity v. APWU National Labor Organization (2016)
Ninth Circuit reverses dismissal of ADA lawsuit against union.
Read MoreHarbor Missionary Church Corporation v. City of San Buenaventura (2016)
Ninth Circuit reverses denial of preliminary injunction to permit church to keep homeless ministry open.
Read MoreEscobedo v. Apple American Group (2015)
Ninth Circuit issues published opinion for pro bono client, clarifies rules for indigent litigants.
Read MoreFalcon v. Farley (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses summary judgment against pro bono client in First Amendment Case.
Read MoreSqrow v. A.G.M.G.H. Five, the Ranch Limited Partnership (2014)
California Court of Appeal permits low-income seniors to proceed with challenge to 144-percent rent increase.
Read MoreR.R. v. H.F. (2014)
California Court of Appeal orders trial court to enforce mother's rights to legal custody and reconsider her request for greater visitation with her now six-year-old child.
Read MoreGonzales v. California Department of Corrections (2014)
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reverses dismissal of civil rights claims.
Read MoreJimenez v. Holder (2013)
United States government dismisses removal proceedings against immigrant family.
Read MoreS. R. v. Superior Court (2013)
Superior court grants domestic violence victim’s request for a waiver of court fees after Court of Appeal issues alternative writ of mandate.
Read MoreIn re Pineda (2011)
Horvitz & Levy petition to California Supreme Court results in reconsideration of ruling against abused minor.
Read MoreSilverbrand v. County of Los Angeles (2009)
California Supreme Court extends “prison delivery rule” to notices of appeal in civil cases.
Read MoreDurando v. County of Los Angeles (2005)
Adoptive parents of disabled children obtain public benefits.
Read MoreThe Alliance for Children's Rights v. L.A. County Dept. of Children & Family Services (2002)
California Court of Appeal upholds juvenile court’s authority to monitor social workers’ visitation of dependent foster children.
Read MoreMichery v. Ford (2019)
Horvitz & Levy obtains affirmance of jury verdict finding Ford’s 1999 Expedition was not defectively designed.
Read MoreBarton v. The Argen Corporation (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment of dismissal in products liability action against supplier of dental alloys
Read MoreSteele v. Bell-Carter Foods (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in products liability and warranty action against olive producer.
Read MoreHart v. Special Electric (2018)
Horvitz & Levy prevails on statute of repose issue in asbestos lawsuit.
Read MoreMenera v. Mega R.V. Corp. (2018)
Horvitz & Levy preserves defense verdict in products liability case.
Read MoreHake v. Allied Fluid Products Corp. (2018)
Court of Appeal affirms nonsuit on ground that plaintiff's "every exposure" theory was insufficient to prove causation under Kansas law.
Read MoreRudolph v. Rudolph and Sletten, Inc (2018)
Court of Appeal rejects plaintiffs' attempt to circumvent workers' compensation exclusive-remedy rule in take-home asbestos case
Read MoreLockheed Litigation Cases (2017)
California Court of Appeal rules again for the defense in long-running toxic tort litigation.
Read MoreOchoa-Valenzuela v. Ford Motor Company (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms defense verdict in a products liability action arising from a single-vehicle rollover accident.
Read MoreEdwards v. Ford Motor Company (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms district court decision that consumer expectations test for product defect does not apply to roof strength in a rollover accident.
Read MoreMonje v. Spin Master Inc. (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms trial court’s rulings striking punitive damages and excluding speculative expert toxicological causation opinions in product liability case involving children’s toy.
Read MoreSaller v. Crown Cork & Seal (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $3.6 million in punitive damages in products liability case.
Read MoreAcqua Vista v. MWI, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $24 million judgment against pipe supplier in construction defect case.
Read MoreTrinity River Lumber Company et al. v. Weaverville Community Services District (2016)
California Court of Appeal finds public water district immune from liability for failure of water system to furnish sufficient water to extinguish a fire.
Read MoreMurat v. Exxon Mobil Corp. (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in asbestos exposure case.
Read MoreLockheed Litigation Cases (Group 9) (2015)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in long-running toxic tort case.
Read MoreJudicial Council Coordinated Proceedings 4435 TCP Cases (City of Redlands v. Shell Oil Co.) (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict for Shell Oil Company in case alleging groundwater contamination.
Read MoreCollin v. CalPortland Company (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms summary judgment in asbestos injury action against joint compound manufacturer.
Read MoreGarcia v. ConMed Corporation (2012)
California Court of Appeal affirms judgment in favor of medical device manufacturer in products liability action.
Read MoreO'Neil v. Crane Co. (2012)
California Supreme Court holds that product manufacturers cannot be liable for injuries caused by replacement parts.
Read MoreHeston v. Taser (2011)
Ninth Circuit affirms district court’s reduction of damages award and orders further reduction, leaving defendant responsible for only $150,000 of original $7.6 million award.
Read MoreHuitt v. Southern California Gas Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12.6 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and directs entry of judgment for defendant in failure-to-warn case.
Read MoreMolina v. Shell Oil Co. (2010)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict in product defect action against chemical manufacturers, rejecting plaintiffs' attempt to use jury instructions developed for asbestos litigation.
Read MoreCollins v. Plant Insulation Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $1.9 million judgment in asbestos action and orders new trial on allocation of fault.
Read MoreWalton et al. v. The William Powell Co. (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $5 million judgment in asbestos case, holding that valve maker is not liable as a matter of law for asbestos that was used in conjunction with its product.
Read MoreSilvestro v. Kaiser Gypsum (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment for plaintiff in asbestos case because jury’s allocation of fault was unsupported by evidence.
Read MoreDee v. PCS Property Management (2009)
California Court of Appeal affirms exclusion of expert testimony under California Evidence Code in a residential mold case.
Read MoreLockheed Litigation Cases (2004)
California Court of Appeal affirms exclusion under the California Evidence Code of expert testimony concerning the ability of a range of chemicals to cause cancer.
Read MoreHoriike v. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company (2016)
California Supreme Court holds that buyer in real estate transaction is owed a fiduciary duty by salesperson who represents the seller.
Read MoreMcClatchy v. Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP (2016)
Court of Appeal affirms ruling in favor of San Francisco law firm in probate dispute.
Read MoreLi v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (2010)
California Court of Appeal affirms order denying motion to strike malicious prosecution action against Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.
Read MoreKirk v. First American Title Insurance Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal issues opinion approving the use of ethical screens to avoid vicarious law firm disqualification.
Read MorePrediWave Corporation v. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett et al. (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses trial court order that dismissed $2 billion attorney malpractice suit under anti-SLAPP statute.
Read MoreHardesty v. Sacramento County (2020)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to vacate $105 million verdict against Sacramento County in constitutional challenge to the County’s enforcement of mining regulations
Read MoreEstate of Morad v. City of Long Beach (2020)
Ninth Circuit affirms judgment for City of Long Beach, police chief, and police officer in excessive force case
Read MoreBennett v. Rancho California Water District (2019)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Court of Appeal to reverse a jury verdict awarding plaintiff over $800,000 against a public entity for alleged whistleblower retaliation
Read MoreCity of San Juan Capistrano v. Cal. Public Utilities Comm'n (2019)
Representing amicus curiae San Diego Gas & Electric (Sempra), Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to affirm the dismissal of an action seeking to derail Sempra’s construction project.
Read MoreStrategic Concepts, LLC v. Beverly Hills Unified School District (2018)
California Court of Appeal applies conflict of interest law to reverse $23 million breach of contract judgment against school district.
Read MoreTrinity River Lumber Company et al. v. Weaverville Community Services District (2016)
California Court of Appeal finds public water district immune from liability for failure of water system to furnish sufficient water to extinguish a fire.
Read MoreBertsch v. Mammoth Community Water District (2016)
California Court of Appeal issues published opinion affirming summary judgment for community association and water district in skateboard injury case.
Read MoreDonaho v. County of Yuba (2015)
California Court of Appeal rules that public entity is not liable for placement of bus stop near freeway.
Read MoreFoli v. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (2015)
Ninth Circuit rejects challenge to water district's fluoridation program.
Read MoreHayden v. California State University (2010)
San Diego County Superior Court denies petition for writ of mandate challenging California State University's fees for summer school.
Read MoreBorder Business Park, Inc. v. City of San Diego (2006)
California Court of Appeal reverses $91.7 million inverse condemnation award against City of San Diego.
Read MoreLewis Jorge Const. Management, Inc. v. Pomona Unified School Dist. (2004)
California Supreme Court holds that contractor’s damages against school district for breaching construction contract do not include alleged lost profits attributed to impaired bonding capacity.
Read MoreJarecki v. Zitter (2020)
Trial court grants post-trial relief in nuisance and trespass case, slashing damages by more than 70 percent
Read MoreCurry v. Academy Pointe, Inc. (2020)
California Court of Appeal reduces $4.5 million punitive damages award to $750,000 in reasonable accommodation case against apartment owner and manager
Read MoreVictaulic v. American Home Assurance Company (2018)
Court of Appeal reverses $52 million Brandt fee and punitive damages award in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreMonje v. Spin Master Inc. (2017)
Ninth Circuit affirms trial court’s rulings striking punitive damages and excluding speculative expert toxicological causation opinions in product liability case involving children’s toy.
Read MoreSaller v. Crown Cork & Seal (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $3.6 million in punitive damages in products liability case.
Read MorePark v. Mobil Oil Guam, Inc. (2004)
Supreme Court of Guam affirmed reduction of punitive damages award against Mobil Oil
Read MoreCohen v. Sterling (2015)
Court of Appeal upholds order granting new trial following $17 million verdict arising out of apartment building fire.
Read MoreMobasser v. Yermian (2014)
California Court of Appeal vacates jury’s award of emotional distress damages and punitive damages in family business dispute.
Read MoreHeston v. Taser (2011)
Ninth Circuit affirms district court’s reduction of damages award and orders further reduction, leaving defendant responsible for only $150,000 of original $7.6 million award.
Read MoreHuitt v. Southern California Gas Company (2010)
California Court of Appeal reverses $12.6 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and directs entry of judgment for defendant in failure-to-warn case.
Read MoreGriffin Dewatering Corp. v. Northern Ins. Co. of New York (2009)
California Court of Appeal reverses an $11 million judgment, including $10 million in punitive damages, and orders entry of judgment for the defendant in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreHoldgrafer v. Unocal Corp. (2008)
California Court of Appeal reverses $5 million punitive damages award against Unocal in soil contamination case.
Read MoreWalker v. Farmers Ins. Exchange (2007)
California Court of Appeal affirms trial court's reduction of punitive damages from $8.3 million to $1.5 million in insurance bad faith case.
Read MoreSunnie H. Han, et al. v. Richard Hallberg, Jr. (2020)
The Supreme Court grants motion to dismiss review, reinstating a favorable Court of Appeal’s opinion that prevented a forced partnership buyout and established that living trusts may serve as partners under California law
Read MoreHardesty v. Sacramento County (2020)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Ninth Circuit to vacate $105 million verdict against Sacramento County in constitutional challenge to the County’s enforcement of mining regulations
Read MoreJarecki v. Zitter (2020)
Trial court grants post-trial relief in nuisance and trespass case, slashing damages by more than 70 percent
Read MoreCurry v. Academy Pointe, Inc. (2020)
California Court of Appeal reduces $4.5 million punitive damages award to $750,000 in reasonable accommodation case against apartment owner and manager
Read MoreWater Court, LLC v. Adams Wine Group, LLC et al. (2020)
Court of Appeal affirms judgment and attorney fees award totaling over $2.1 million in favor of Horvitz & Levy’s client in commercial real estate dispute
Read MoreScholes v. Lambirth Trucking Co. (2020)
Representing amicus curiae, Horvitz & Levy successfully argues in California Supreme Court that statute authorizing heightened damages for injury to trees does not apply to trees damaged by negligently spread fires
Read MoreAcoba v. Olivera Egg Ranch, LLC (2019)
Horvitz & Levy persuades Court of Appeal to affirm judgment following jury verdict for egg ranch in nuisance case
Read MoreNapolitano Holdings v. Touchstone Climbing (2019)
Horvitz & Levy secures reversal of summary judgment in a commercial landlord’s breach of lease action
Read MoreEisen v. Tavangarian (2019)
California Court of Appeal disagrees with prior decision from the same division, reversing judgment requiring partial demolition of remodeled home
Read MoreHan v. Hallberg (2019)
California Court of Appeal holds that living trusts may serve as partners under California law.
Read MoreAcqua Vista v. MWI, Inc. (2017)
California Court of Appeal reverses $24 million judgment against pipe supplier in construction defect case.
Read MoreHoriike v. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company (2016)
California Supreme Court holds that buyer in real estate transaction is owed a fiduciary duty by salesperson who represents the seller.
Read MoreSheehe v. Kihagi (2016)
California Court of Appeal rules for H&L pro bono client in rent control dispute.
Read MoreNorthrop Grumman Systems Corporation v. Goldentop Road, LLC (2016)
California Court of Appeal affirms ruling for Horvitz & Levy client in commercial real estate dispute.
Read MoreTransbay Auto Service, Inc. v. Chevron USA, Inc. (2015)
Ninth Circuit reverses judgment under Petroleum Marketing Practices Act.
Read MoreRalphs Grocery Company v. Midtown Shopping Center Associates (2015)
California Court of Appeal reverses judgment against Ralphs Grocery Company in landlord-tenant dispute.
Read MoreAghaian v. Minassian (2015)
California Court of Appeal reverses order granting forum non conveniens motion, holding that Iran is not a suitable alternative forum.
Read MoreJudicial Council Coordinated Proceedings 4435 TCP Cases (City of Redlands v. Shell Oil Co.) (2014)
California Court of Appeal affirms defense verdict for Shell Oil Company in case alleging groundwater contamination.
Read MoreJay v. Mahaffey (2013)
California Court of Appeal affirms denial of anti-SLAPP motion in malicious prosecution case.
Read MoreLawrence v. J.R. Enterprises, L.P. (2013)
California Court of Appeal upholds validity of 99 year lease for commercial property.
Read MoreLos Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority v. Alameda Produce Market LLC (2011)
California Supreme Court unanimously reverses Court of Appeal opinion in eminent domain dispute.
Read MoreBurlington Coat Factory v. Bella Terra Associates (2011)
California Court of Appeal upholds landlord’s interpretation of novel lease provision.
Read MoreIn Re Episcopal Church Cases (2009)
California Supreme Court rules in favor of national church in property dispute with breakaway local parish.
Read MoreSterling v. Taylor (2007)
California Supreme Court affirms judgment for defendant in dispute over real estate transaction.
Read MoreBorder Business Park, Inc. v. City of San Diego (2006)
California Court of Appeal reverses $91.7 million inverse condemnation award against City of San Diego.
Read MoreJarecki v. Zitter (2020)
Trial court grants post-trial relief in nuisance and trespass case, slashing damages by more than 70 percent
Read MoreHernandez v. First Student, Inc. (2019)
California Court of Appeal affirmed judgment allocating eighty percent of fault to the plaintiff who darted into the street on his bicycle
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