Excerpt: ...Plaintiff brings causes of action or (1) breach of contract, (2) breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, (3) intentional misrepresentation, and (4) unjust enrichment. [FN 1] Defendant Starship, LLC now demurs to the Complaint. Plaintiff Tom Trading Co., LTD opposed. TENTATIVE RULING: Defendant's Demurrer as to the First and Fourth Causes of Action is SUSTAINED, with 30 days leave to amend. Defendant's Demurrer as to the Sec...

Excerpt: ...olled by Defendants based on the Trust's belief that Defendants would use the funds in various investments for the Trust's benefit. Plaintiff alleges Defendants later claimed the funds were repayments of loans that Defendants made to the Trust in prior years. The Trust demands repayment of the funds. This is one of numerous actions bet•vveen the parties. On October 15, 2019, the parties jointly stipulated to stay this action pending resolution ...

Excerpt: ...oneja, Sanjiv Joneja, Leading Rental, and Expert Associates, Inc. Plaintiff sues personally and derivatively as a 50% Shareholder of Leading Rental, alleging wrongful acts by Defendants in their management of Leading Rental. The FAC asserted causes of action for (1) breach of fiduciary duty (derivative), (2) conversion (derivative), (3) breach of fiduciary duty, (4) conversion, (5) fraud, (6) violation of Corp. Code 5 1601, (7) violation of Corp....

Excerpt: ...3,481.06 plus interest based on component parts Soligen supplied Eaton. The operative First Amended Complaint contained common count causes of action for (1) Goods Sold and Delivered, (2) Account Stated, and (3) Open Book Account. The action proceeded to jury trial on January 3, 2023. Following trial, the jury rendered a verdict in Plamtiffs favorin the amount of $212,981.00. (See 01/23/2023 Judgment) Plaintiff now moves to recover its attorneys ...

Excerpt: ...t as a Secretary. Plaintiff alleges Villanueva retaliated against her because of her perceived support for Eli Vera, who ran against Villanueva in the Sheriffs election race. As part of that retaliation, Plaintiff alleges Villanueva blocked her promotion for which she was qualified. Defendants County and Villanueva now demurrer to the Complaint and also move to strike portions therein. Plaintiff opposed. TENTATIVE RULING: Defendants' Demurrer to ...

Excerpt: ...na Kim seeking to recognize and enforce a judgment entered agamst them in the Netherlands. Plaintiff also alleged fraudulent transfers and Civil conspiracy relating to funds owed under the judgment In November 2018, this Court entered a judgment against Defendants. TENTATIVE RULING: Defendants' Motion for a Protective Order is GRANTED. Moving party to give notice, unless waived. DISCUSSION: Defendants' Motion for Protective Order Legal Standard V...

Excerpt: ...h individuals and co-Trustees of the Hughes Shulman Family Trust (the "Trust), bring this unlawful detainer action against Defendants Living the Dream. The Trust is the sole oumer of real property located at 1646 Blue Jay Way, Los Angeles, CA 90069, which includes a single-family residence. Plaintiffs allege that Defendant Living the Dream remains in possession of the propernr despite expiration of the lease term. Plaintiff also alleges that the ...

Excerpt: ... Guild, most recently as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director of ADG, Defendant Chuck Parker. In November 2019, Plaintiff alleges she complained to other ADG employees that Defendant Parker was using frequent flyer airline miles from ADG's account to pay for person vacations, which Plaintiffbelieved was a crime. Plaintiff alleges Defendants eventually terminated her employer in response to her complaints. Defendant Chuck Parker now demur...

Excerpt: ...edical issues, alleges that Defendant refused to offer reasonable accommodations and terminated her employment Plamtiff now moves to quash the deposition subpoena seeking employment records from her subsequent employer, Western Veterinary Group. Defendant opposed. TENTATIVE RULING: Plaintiffs Motion to Quash the Deposition Subpoena is DENIED. The third party is ordered to turn over all documents consistent with the Subpoena. Moving party to give ...

Excerpt: ...s, including Defendant's decision to block emergency doors in its attempts to stop thefts. In response to these continued complaints, Plaintiff alleges Defendant terminated his employment Plaintiff also alleges that his termination was, in part, due to his age and seniority with the company. Defendant now moves to compel Plaintiff to arbitrate the dispute pursuant to CCP 5 1281 et seq. Plaintiff opposed. TENTATIVE RULING: Defendant's Motion to Co...

Excerpt: ...ve, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, with Plaintiff as purchaser and Defendant as seller. Plaintiff alleges it was ready to perform but that Defendant cancelled escrow and the contract. Plaintiff brings causes of action for (1) breach of written contract and (2) breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Defendant 4930 Coldwater filed a Cross-Complaint against Plaintiff for (1) breach of contract and (2) fraud. Defendant/Cross-Complain...

Excerpt: ...cts, among other things. Defendant now moves for an order compelling Plaintiff to arbitrate the dispute pursuant to CCP § 1281 et seq. Plaintiff opposed. TENTATIVE RULING: Defendant's Motion to Compel Arbitration is DENIED. Plaintiff to give notice. This Court will consider any request for a stay of this case for up to sixty (60) days so that the Defendant may determine whether it wants to file a direct appeal of this ruling. DISCUSSION: Motion ...

Excerpt: ... fell from a company truck. Plaintiff alleges both caused recurring medical issues that led to her termination on October 7, 2021. Plaintiff brings this action for (1) disability discrimination, (2) failure to reasonably accommodate, (3) failure to engage in good-faith interactive process, (4) retaliation for exercising medical leave rights, (5) failure to prevent discrimination, (6) intentional infliction of emotional distress, (7) negligent hir...

Excerpt: ...racted with Defendants Drake Real Estate Group and Christopher Charles Drake whereby Defendants would manage the property. Plaintiff alleges that Defendants presented a plan for interior renovations of the apartments. Defendants, however, allegedly failed to disclose that the renovations involved a full-scale electrical upgrade. Defendants retained Defendant AAG Services, Inc. as subcontractor to conduct the electrical work. Plaintiff alleges Def...

Excerpt: ...LLC and Jeunesse Global Holdings LLC. As part of this role, Plaintiff alleges he brokered a business deal between the Jeunesse business organizations and now-dismissed Defendants Yolanda Halston and Rodger Halston. Plaintiff contends that a deal materialized but that he was denied a commission. Plaintiff brings causes of action for (1) constructive fraud, (2) fiduciary fraud, (3) conspiracy to commit and aiding and abetting constructive fraud, (4...

Excerpt: ...ath Israel Congregation, Inc (“AIC”). Plaintiffs allege that Defendants have misused AIC's assets, by among other things, gifting property to Defendant J.E.T.S. Synagogue. Plaintiffs bring this action for (1) rescission of lease, (2) rescission of deed, (3) money had and received, (4) conversion, (5) breach of fiduciary duty, and (6) unjust enrichment. Defendant JETS Synagogue now moves for summary judgment, or in the alternative, summary adj...

Excerpt: ...efendants as an account manager. On June 6, 2021, Plaintiff broke his femur. The injury prevented him from performing duties as a salesman such as driving, standing for prolonged periods, and sitting. This forced Plaintiff to take a leave of absence. Plaintiff also alleges that he raised safety concerns regarding Defendants' equipment, and concerns that Defendants' were making misrepresentations about the equipment to customers. Plaintiff alleges...

Excerpt: ...and (“Vista”) alleges it purchased the real property after being the highest bidder at a Trustee's foreclosure sale on September 8, 2020, where it purchased the Second Deed of Trust on the property. Thereafter, Plaintiff alleges Defendants, who owned the First Deed of Trust on the property, engaged in a conspiracy to defraud Plaintiff. Plaintiff obtained a TRO on January 7, 2021, enjoining any non-judicial foreclosure action against the prope...

Excerpt: ...gloves, by which Defendant agreed to deliver the gloves to Plaintiff in the United States by air freight. Plaintiff alleges it wired $825,000.00 for air freight by chartered plane—however, Defendant had not obtained the gloves and had failed to take the legal steps necessary to ship them. Defendant then made repeated misrepresentations regarding the status of the shipment. At the time of the FAC's filing, Defendant had not delivered the gloves ...

Excerpt: ...logies, Inc., in customer service. Plaintiff underwent kidney dialysis in 2018 which required medical leave. Plaintiff alleges Defendants terminated his employment based on his disability and/or age. Plaintiff brings causes of action for (1) disability discrimination, (2) failure to engage in the interactive process, (3) failure to prevent discrimination and retaliation, (4) age discrimination, and (5) wrongful termination in violation of public ...

Excerpt: ...Avina sustained injuries. Defendants are Dewayne Higgins Trucking Company, Inc. (erroneously sued as Harold Dewayne Higgins), Debbie Jean Brantley, Albert Aghamalian, and Engine Shop and Parts, LLC, all of whom are alleged to be responsible in part for the accident. Plaintiffs Miguel Avina and Ruth Avina bring two motor vehicle causes of action seeking damages for wage loss, medical expenses, general damage, and loss of earning capacity. Plaintif...

Excerpt: ...ndant Sam Vaziri Vance, Inc., for the purchase of nitrile rubber gloves, by which Defendant agreed to deliver the gloves to Plaintiff in the United States by air freight. Plaintiff alleges it wired $825,000.00 for air freight by chartered plane—however, Defendant had not obtained the gloves and had failed to take the legal steps necessary to ship them. Defendant then made repeated misrepresentations regarding the status of the shipment. At the ...

Excerpt: ...e projects. The borrowers on the property were two entities owned by Defendant Stephen Snyder. Plaintiff alleges Snyder was to use the money to refinance the existing mortgages on the Properties, renovate the Properties, and place the Properties back on the market. Defendants John C. Lukes, John R. Lukes, and Crown City Capital, Inc., served as mortgage-brokers. Plaintiff alleges Defendant John C. Lukes made knowingly false material misrepresenta...

Excerpt: ...sed on component parts Soligen supplied Eaton. The operative First Amended Complaint contained common count causes of action for (1) Goods Sold and Delivered, (2) Account Stated, and (3) Open Book Account. The action proceeded to jury trial on January 3, 2023. Following trial, the jury rendered a verdict in Plaintiff's favor in the amount of $212,981.00. (See 1/23/2023 Judgment.) Plaintiff now moves to recover its attorney's fees and costs pursua...

Excerpt: ... for the property at 4930 Coldwater Canyon Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, with Plaintiff as purchaser and Defendant as seller. Plaintiff alleges it has met all obligations to close escrow and has sent Defendant a Notice to Perform/Demand to Close the Escrow. Defendant, however, has not closed the Escrow. Plaintiff brings causes of action for (1) breach of written contract and (2) breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Defend...