Excerpt: ...ntal. The apartments are owned and/or managed by defendant The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company dba Terrena. Defendant Laura De Leon is identified as the leasing agent, and person Plaintiffs met with at the time of the October 30, 2021 tour. Plaintiffs were shown apartment 4089, and expressed an interest in renting the unit. On November 24, 2021, Plaintiffs appeared on the premises to execute a lease for unit 4089. Plaintiffs took a tou...

Excerpt: ...laims for $500/Violation Fine · Claims for Attorney Fees · Claim for Injunctive Relief · Claim for Costs and Interest SUMMARY OF ACTION On an unspecified date, plaintiff Richard Leyva, a dependent adult, received custodial care services from defendants Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation, Inc., and Golden State Health Centers, Inc. Plaintiff maintains that staff were aware of Plaintiff's falling risk, due to “schizophrenia with paranoia.” “...

Excerpt: ...nti and Talent James Finn on SR-14, when the vehicle began decelerating, even though the tachometer showed the engine continued to operate. Eric attempted to reach the shoulder, but was only able to bring the vehicle to the “number 5 lane” before the vehicle completely stopped. “Approximately 20-30 seconds” after coming to a stop, “a 13-ton flatbed tow truck” owned and/or operated by the “Tow Co.” defendants and driven by defendan...

Excerpt: ...ealing · 4th Cause of Action: Unfair Business Practices SUMMARY OF ACTION Plaintiff Welding Evolution, Inc. and Mario Alvara sought certain industrial premises requiring both floor space and sufficient power delivery for business operations. Plaintiffs allege Defendants misrepresented the power supply available to the building, thereby inducing Plaintiffs to execute a lease on false pretenses. Upon discovering the insufficient electrical current...

Excerpt: ...per, filed a general denial to the complaint. RULING: Granted. Defendant Melanie Arakelian, in pro per, brings a second motion to compel arbitration. A previously scheduled motion to compel arbitration set for August 10, 2022, was continued to February 8, 2023. The court placed the case on the civil inactive list, and requested status reports from the parties regarding whether the parties would participate in arbitration or proceed on the civil d...

Excerpt: ...s · 5th Cause of Action: Negligence Motion to Strike · Allegations in Support of, and Claim, for Punitive and Treble Damages · Claim for Attorney Fees · Claim for Restitution SUMMARY OF ACTION On October 30, 2021, plaintiffs Albert Hughes and Sabrina Crawford toured the premises of 9400 Corbin Ave., Northridge, for a potential apartment unit rental. The apartments are owned and/or managed by defendant The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co...

Excerpt: ...nts, et al. following the foreclosure sale of the property. RULING : Overruled. Request for Judicial Notice: Granted. Defendant Rafael Lopez, in pro per, challenges complaint on grounds that Plaintiff lacks a basis of standing to bring the action. Plaintiff in opposition maintains its standing to bring the unlawful detainer action as both a business entity and owner of the property following the foreclosure sale. The complaint sufficiently pleads...

Excerpt: ..., 2019, Plaintiff Walter Martin, trustee for the Gesner L. Martin living trust, entered into a month-to-month lease agreement for certain premises with Defendants Sayra Alvarado, Norma Saleido, and Jonathan Banuelos. Defendants took possession of the premises on the same date. Plaintiff alleges Defendants violated the lese by keeping more than one pet on the premises without prior written approval. Plaintiff also alleges Defendants failed to perf...

Excerpt: ...on. On January 11, 2023, Plaintiff filed a complaint for Violations of Civil Code section 1793.2, Breach of Implied Warranty of Merchantability, Fraudulent Inducement – Concealment, Negligent Repair, Violation of Consumer Legal Remedies Act, and Violation of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. On March 3, 2023, Galpin Motors, Inc. answered the complaint. RULING: Sustained with Leave to Amend. Defendant Ford Motor Company (Ford) bring the subject demure...

Excerpt: ...mises in Granada Hills. On February 23, 2021, Tavistock Freebirds, LLC answered the complaint. On March 23, 2021, Tavistock Freebirds, LLC filed a cross-complaint against People's Party, LLC dba Gorditos Gloria and Gloria Govan, for Equitable, Express, and Implied Indemnity. On June , 2021, FW CA-Granada Village, LLC filed a complaint for breach of lease, and breach of guaranty against Tavistock Freebirds, LLC dba Freebirds World Burrito, People'...

Excerpt: ...rmation of an oral partnership agreement with defendant Andrew Alex, whereby both parties would jointly operate the business and equally share in expenses and revenue. Ferrufino alleges Alex breached the agreement in failing to equally share sales proceeds. Ferrufino additionally alleges fraud based on the sale of two “HAAS MACHINES” instead of transferring title to the machines to Ferrufino after Ferrufino paid Alex over $180,000 for sole ow...

Excerpt: ...ar, and insured with defendants Automobile Club of Southern California and/or Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club, LLC. Plaintiff alleges Avelar wrongfully denied any liability after allegedly agreeing to take full responsibility for the accident. Plaintiff subsequently submitted a claim with the insurer, which led to a designation of Plaintiff's vehicle as a “total loss salvage.” Plaintiff contends said designation constituted fal...

Excerpt: ...alleging causes of action for: (1) violation of Civil Code § 2923.55; (2) violation of Civil Code § 2923.6; (3) violation of Civil Code § 2923.7; (4) violation of Civil Code § 2924.12; (5) breach of contract; (6) breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing; (7) negligence; (8) negligent infliction of emotional distress; (9) unfair business practices. On May 24, 2018, the court sustained Bank of America's demurrer without leave to am...

Excerpt: ...endant, San Francisco Townhouse Association (HOA). On an unspecified date prior to January 10, 2019, Defendant HOA hired Defendant Imperial Roofing, Inc. to conduct certain unspecified repairs on the roofs of the Plaintiffs' townhomes. On January 10, 2019, a roofer allegedly started a fire on the roof while conducting repairs, which led to the arrival of the fire department. The subsequent efforts of the fire department led to water damage within...

Excerpt: ...ntered a default. On October 22, 2021, the court granted the unopposed motion to vacate the default. On October 18, 2022, the court granted Plaintiff leave to file a first amended complaint adding a PAGA action. The first amended complaint was filed on October 21, 2022. On November 22, 2022, the court granted the motion of Granada Hills Convalescent Hospital, Inc. to compel arbitration as to individual plaintiff Nicole Auceda only, and not in cap...

Excerpt: ... Canyon Country. Plaintiff fell into arrears on the mortgage in 2018, thereby leading to a June 18, 2018, recorded Notice of Default and October 9, 2018 recorded Notice of Trustee Sale by Defendant Mortgage Management Consultants, Inc. The sale date was set for October 30, 2018, but was apparently not conducted. In February to March 2019, Plaintiff began submitted a loan modification with Mortgage Management Consultants, Inc. In a March 12, 2019 ...

Excerpt: ...ogacy and owns a 51% interest. Plaintiff Chien Fang Wang provides unspecified employment services “primarily” from the Peoples Republic of China. Plaintiffs allege Spencer manages business operations, including “supervisor” of all individual plaintiffs. All parties work remotely or not in any indicated central space. Plaintiffs allege Spencer in the position as majority shareholder and company director both improperly manages human resour...

Excerpt: ...h no identified cause of action. The pleadings allege the apparent placement of Plaintiff into a facility identified by Royal Gorge Academy when Plaintiff was a minor by one or both parents. During the time spent with Defendant, Plaintiff alleges a deprivation of certain rights, including “freedom of speech,” due to the inability to communicate with Plaintiff's mother, other persons present, and removal of writing utensils. On April 12, 2023,...

Excerpt: ... name of Defendant, with the later addition of Plaintiff to title upon the completion of renovations. Plaintiff further represents agreement to a one-half interest in the property at all relevant times. The property was apparently acquired with funds provided by Plaintiff. Notwithstanding the agreement, Plaintiff alleges Defendant used some or all of said funds for purposes not related to the acquisition and/or renovations, plus allegedly committ...

Excerpt: ...ment 49. On May 9, 2023, Contreras in pro per answered the complaint. The request for a fee waiver was denied, and a payment of $225 was due. No payment was made, and the answer was later struck due to non-payment. The clerk entered a default against Contreras on April 26, 2023. The clerk entered default judgment for possession only on June 28, 2022. A writ of execution was issued on June 28, 2023, as well. RULING: Granted. Defendant Sherley Cont...

Excerpt: ...aged by defendant The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company dba Terrena. Defendant Laura De Leon is identified as the leasing agent, and person Plaintiffs met with at the time of the October 30, 2021 tour. Plaintiffs were shown apartment 4089, and expressed an interest in renting the unit. On November 24, 2021, Plaintiffs appeared on the premises to execute a lease for unit 4089. Plaintiffs took a tour of the unit prior to signing, and notic...

Excerpt: ...ion: Breach of Contract · 5th Cause of Action: Breach of the Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing SUMMARY OF ACTION Plaintiff Triscenic Production Services, Inc. (Triscenic) alleges defendants Maurice and Karen Starrantino entered into a 36-month commercial lease with at a rental rate of $9,111/month on March 10, 2021, with an expiration date of March 31, 2024. On October 20, 2021, third party Rise, LLC (Rise) negotiated a separate ag...

Excerpt: ... of the holes in the floor,” which to the severing of a finger. On July 20, 2022, Plaintiff filed a complaint for Dangerous Condition of Public Property, Negligence and Strict Liability. On September 16, 2022, City of Los Angeles answered the complaint. On September 16, 2022, City of Los Angeles filed a cross-complaint for Indemnification, Apportionment of Fault, and Declaratory Relief. On March 13, 2023, PlayCore Wisconsin, Inc. dba GameTime a...

Excerpt: ...m Meruit Motion to Strike SUMMARY OF ACTION Plaintiff Win Partners, LLC alleges a January 24 or 25, 2021, oral agreement, whereby defendants World Tech Toys, Inc., World Trading 23, Inc., and/or Kevork Kouyoumjian, agreed to deliver certain personal protective equipment (PPE) described as “medical grade disposable seamless rubber gloves.” Plaintiff alleges payment of five million dollars ($5,000,000), but only received non-medical grade, non-...

Excerpt: ...ed injuries as a result of riding on the X2 rollercoaster. On November 10, 2021, Plaintiff filed a complaint for Negligence, Strict Product Liability, Negligent Product Liability, and Loss of Consortium. The action was removed to federal court in February 2022, and remanded on May 10, 2022. On June 6, 2022, Plaintiff substituted in Timothy Burkhart for Doe 1. On October 5, 2022, the action was transferred from the Personal Injury court to Departm...