A Legacy of Results That Matter.
Our defense strategies and dedication are proven with results.
Successfully Defended Two Counties in Lawsuit Challenging Clerk-Recorder Office Fees
Successfully defended two counties in the Third District Court of Appeal in a lawsuit challenging the fees charged by Clerk-Recorder Offices for Official Record Copies under Government Code Section 27366. Read more about this case.
Defended the Constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance
On behalf of a local school district, defended the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance before the Eastern District, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. The plaintiff alleged that the recitation of the words “Under God” in the Pledge of Allegiance violated the Establishment Clause of the United States Constitution.
Represented Entity & Police Officer in Fourteenth Amendment Case
Summary judgment granted in the Eastern District on behalf of entity and police officer in pursuit case that alleged the death of the suspect was a violation of the Fourteenth Amendment. Read more about this case.
Defended City of Roseville on an Indemnity Claim by the Galleria
Obtained summary judgment in favor of the City of Roseville on an indemnity claim by the Galleria arising from a fire at the mall that destroyed the mall and allegations that a sprinkler suppression system was turned off at the direction of the City.
Defense Verdict for Major Public University
Achieved a defense verdict in a catastrophic injury case filed against a major public university. Read more about this case.
Defense Verdict in Favor of Police Officers
Defense verdict in favor of police officers and city in a claim for excessive use of force where the officers applied a carotid hold resulting in death of suspect while in custody.
Summary Judgment in Favor of City of Roseville
Obtained summary judgment in favor of the City of Roseville in a dangerous conditions claim involving a vehicle versus pedestrian accident, including allegations of insufficient visibility.
Summary Judgment in Favor of City of Folsom
Obtained summary judgment in favor of the City of Folsom based upon the defense of primary assumption of risk when a cyclist crashed while riding in a paceline after crossing a defect in the bike lane.
Defended City of Marysville on a Dangerous Conditions Claim
Demurrer sustained without leave to amend in favor of the City of Marysville on a dangerous conditions claim premised on inadequate street lighting at an intersection.
Defense Verdict in Favor of Municipality
Defense verdict in favor of municipality against claims of excessive force and deliberate indifference to plaintiff’s medical needs against a police officer and his law enforcement employer. Read more about this case.
Defended Large County Against ADA Claims at a County Jail
Defended large county against claims that the county’s jail, one of the largest in the nation, did not provide sufficient accommodation to disabled persons. Read more about this case.
Defended County of Nevada in Federal Court
Successfully defended the County of Nevada, its departments and employees in federal court against several section 1983 claims based on plaintiff’s arrest and prosecution. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the defense judgment on the basis of collateral estoppel under California law.
Summary Judgment in Favor of the City of Gridley
Successfully obtained summary judgment in favor of the City of Gridley on a contentious employment action involving claims for whistleblower retaliation.
Summary Judgment in Favor of Yuba County
Obtained Summary Judgment in favor of Yuba County in a complex case involving claims for inverse condemnation, dangerous condition of public property, private nuisance and public nuisance.
Porter Scott Obtains Dismissal at Trial for SMUD After Plaintiff Agrees to Drop the Case Halfway Through Cross-Examination
This case was brought by a former Sacramento Municipal Utility District employee who was terminated for misconduct. He claimed he was subjected to racial harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Read more about this case.
Porter Scott Obtains Guilty Verdicts in Pro Bono Case for Glenn County
Porter Scott recently partnered with the Glenn County District Attorney’s Office as part of an effort to alleviate the County’s backlogged criminal caseload. Read more about this case.
Porter Scott Secures Win for California Charter Cities
Deborah Edgerly sued the City of Oakland, claiming her employment as the City Administrator was terminated in violation of Labor Code… Read more about this case.
Porter Scott Obtains Defense Verdict in Favor of Yuba County Water Agency in Dispute with Western Water Company
Western Water attempted to combine the passage of time with the use of expert witnesses to recreate history. After considering the substantial evidence presented at trial, the Judge overwhelmingly rejected all of Western Water’s claims. Read more about this case.
Porter Scott Obtains Defense Verdict for Deputy Accused of Civil Rights Violation
The trial skills of Porter Scott attorneys came to the forefront again in a recent jury trial in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. Read more about this case.
Persistence Pays Off in UC Davis Athletics Case
Porter Scott attorneys Nancy Sheehan and David Burkett accomplished the legal equivalent of a pin for their clients in a gender discrimination lawsuit filed by three former UC Davis students. Read more about this case.