A Legacy of Results That Matter.
Our defense strategies and dedication are proven with results.
Defended Autistic Services Company
Successfully defended autistic services company and its owners against allegations of breach of fiduciary duty, duty of loyalty, misappropriation of trade secrets, unfair competition, interference with prospective business advantage, and conversion. Defeated request for preliminary injunction and negotiated favorable settlement on behalf of client.
Established 80% Comparative Responsibility in Motor Vehicle Accident
Established 80% comparative responsibility on other parties at trial in matter where driver of major Sacramento-based trucking firm was found to have run over and killed a 45-year old primary wage earner and father of three.
Defense Verdict Successfully Obtained on Behalf of Local Hospital
A patient claimed severe permanent injuries to her leg arising from efforts to manage her pain following elective knee surgery as an outpatient. 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 California Food Sales Agency
Obtained a favorable settlement on behalf of a California food sales agency client sued by a competitor for misappropriation of trade secrets, unlawful solicitation, and alleged breach of non-competition agreements, among other claims. Read more about this case.
Successful Verdict in Favor of Employer
Won a motion for summary adjudication on a case involving claims of wrongful termination, pregnancy discrimination, retaliation and breach of an employee housing contract. Read more about this case.
Defended Sacramento Congregation in Wrongful Death Claim
Defended the congregation on a question of whether a duty was owed by the congregation against a wrongful death lawsuit filed as a result of an airplane crash. Read more about this case.
Obtained Non-Suit in Legal Malpractice Claim
Prevailed during trial of a legal malpractice claim alleging negligent handling of a dissolution proceeding. Obtained non-suit at the conclusion of Plaintiff’s case-in-chief in favor of law firm and lawyers.
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.
Representing Construction Corporation
Represented one of the nation’s largest bridge builders against the State of California involving multi-million dollar claims pertaining to air quality issues concerning construction equipment. Case resolved favorably for client prior to trial.
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.
Defended Boat Owner in Wrongful Death Claim
Defended boat owner in wrongful death claim arising out of the carbon monoxide poisoning and subsequent drowning of small child who was sitting on the boat’s swim deck without a life vest. Settled claim prior to significant litigation.
Multimillion-Dollar Commercial Real Estate Sale
Prevailed on directed verdict motion on claims filed against an escrow company over a multimillion dollar commercial real estate sale in Kern County, California. Defeated both breach of contract and negligence claims against defendant escrow company and obtained judgment in favor of our client for attorney’s fees as prevailing party.
Prevailed in Claims Filed Against a Sheriff’s Department
Prevailed on summary judgment, as well as at the Ninth Circuit, on claims filed against a Sheriff’s Department and two deputies for use of deadly force. Read more about this case.
Resolved Claim Against Surgical Drill Bit Manufacturer
Resolved for nuisance value a claim against a manufacturer of a surgical drill bit that was alleged to have snapped during surgery.
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement on Behalf of a Developer/Owner
Obtained a $2.48 million dollar settlement on behalf of a developer/owner for construction defects at a large apartment complex.
Defended Public Entity in Claims Against Employee
Successfully disposed of claims asserted against a public entity employee through use of the Anti-SLAPP provision of the California Code of Civil Procedure resulting in an award of attorney’s fees to the public entity client.
Defended Large Ready-Mix Supplier in Dangerous Condition Claim
Obtained summary judgment in favor of large ready-mix supplier against claims of negligent creation of a dangerous condition made by plaintiff rendered paraplegic in a fall from height.
Represented School District on Claims of Defamation
Obtained summary judgment for school district on claims of defamation arising out of termination of the employee for fraud.
Uniform Trade Secrets Act Claim
Took over representation defending a specialized staffing corporation in a claim for misappropriation of trade secrets under the Uniform Trade Secrets Act after a preliminary injunction was granted.