A Legacy of Results That Matter.
Our defense strategies and dedication are proven with results.
Defended County Employer in Termination Matter
Summary judgment granted on behalf of a county employer in a race discrimination, retaliation, and defamation case. Read more about this case.
Represented State Agency in High-Profile Employment Matter
Represented state agency in high-profile employment matter involving termination of former executive director. Read more about this case.
Successfully Defended Participant in an Arm Wrestling Competition
Obtained summary judgment, which was upheld on appeal, on the basis of assumption of the risk when a participant in an arm wrestling competition at a local fair suffered a spiral fracture to the arm when competing against a much larger and more experienced opponent. The unsuccessful plaintiff was ultimately ordered to pay our client its costs incurred in defending the suit and the appeal.
Successfully Defended a Teaching Institution and Two Named Doctors
Successfully defended prominent teaching institution and two individually named doctors in ten years of litigation in an action alleging medical malpractice and federal civil rights violations. Read more about this case.
Successful Defense of Hospital and Two Named Nurses
Successfully defended hospital and two individually named nurses against allegations of Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death, Negligence and Unfair Business Practices resulting in dismissal of claims against the clients without any payment on their behalf.
National Grange v. California Guild
Following a successful motion for summary judgment, plaintiff National Grange (represented by Porter Scott) won a declaratory judgment in the trial court establishing that defendant California Guild was not entitled to keepsaid property after effectively seceding from the Grange after its Charter was revoked. Read more about this case.
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.
$9.1 Million Binding Arbitration Award
Porter Scott obtained a $9.1 million binding arbitration award before a three judge panel on behalf of one of Sacramento’s major beverage distributors. 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.
Successful Defense of Local Supermarket Chain in a Wrongful Death Claim
Successfully brought a Motion for Summary Judgment in a wrongful death case against a local supermarket chain. Read more about this case.
Summary Judgment based on Lack of Evidence
Obtained summary judgment for retailer client based on lack of evidence to sustain findings of actual or constructive notice.
Represented Owner in Residential Construction Defects Case
Obtained settlements to date exceeding $1,000,000 for the owner of an ultra large single family residential property to cover construction defects, the case continues against remaining defendants.
Defense Verdict for Retailer in Assault Claim
Obtained a defense verdict at trial where plaintiff accused a retailer of assault, battery, and false imprisonment after plaintiff was arrested for fighting in public.
Successfully Defended Renters of a Ski Boat
Successfully brought a Motion for Summary Judgment in a lawsuit against the renters of a ski boat. Read more about this case.
Obtained Favorable Settlement in a Wrongful Death Case
Obtained favorable settlement in a wrongful death case filed against a national retailer. Plaintiffs, the three surviving heirs of the elderly decedent, sought multimillions for the death of their mother following a slip and fall. Were able to resolve this case for less than 10% of plaintiffs’ demand.
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.
Successful Defense of the Sheriff & County in Claims Against the Jail
Successfully obtained dismissal of the Sheriff and County via a motion for summary judgment on claims that the jail failed to notify a pre-trial detainee of certain information. Read more about this case.
Dog Bite Injury Claim
Obtained summary judgment in favor of a retailer against claims for a dog bite injury. Read more about this case.
Represented Major University in a Denial of Promotion Case
Won two motions for summary adjudication for an employer on race, national origin, and retaliation claims arising out of a researcher’s denial of a promotion at a major university. Read more about this case.
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.