United States District Court for the Northern District of California

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Affirms That Covid-19 Cases Brought by Inmates Can Move Forward Against California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)

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Monday, October 16, 2023

The cases include claims by the families of San Quentin inmates killed by COVID-19, as well as a class action brought by San Quentin inmates who contracted COVID-19 and recovered.

Key Points: 
  • The cases include claims by the families of San Quentin inmates killed by COVID-19, as well as a class action brought by San Quentin inmates who contracted COVID-19 and recovered.
  • These are believed to be the first federal lawsuits brought by inmates against prison officials around the country that a court of appeals has allowed to move forward.
  • Among these cases now affirmed by the Ninth Circuit are one brought by the family of inmate Daniel Ruiz.
  • The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals opinion in these cases is available upon request.

Lawsuit Filed by CaseyGerry Against Hyatt Hotels Corp. After San Diego Toddler Falls From Ninth Floor of Luxury Resort

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- San Diego-based law firm CaseyGerry has filed a wrongful death lawsuit (Case number: '23CV1838 BAS AHG) in San Diego Federal Court on behalf of the family of Nico Carter, a young child who died in 2021 after falling from the ninth floor of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico's Hyatt Ziva hotel.

Key Points: 
  • Francavilla states, "Nico fell from an open unprotected floor-level window that was missing its pane and hit the concrete deck nine stories below.
  • James watched as Nico walked up to what appeared to be a balcony area with safety glass panels near the elevators.
  • "I remember how happy we were to plan a family trip to such a beautiful and family-oriented resort," Duboshina said.
  • We relied upon Hyatt for its safety and want Hyatt to take responsibility for its conduct.

Lex Machina Releases 2023 Antitrust Litigation Report

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

MENLO PARK, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lex Machina, a LexisNexis company, today releases its annual Antitrust Litigation Report. The report examines trends in antitrust litigation in federal district courts and appellate courts. Focusing on the five-year period from 2018 to 2022, it surveys emerging trends in case filings, venues, judges, law firms, parties, timing metrics, case resolutions, findings, and damages. The report often focuses on different sets of data, e.g., filtering cases in order to provide analytics on DOJ/FTC enforcement contested cases, MDL Master cases, and federal appellate cases.

Key Points: 
  • Antitrust cases have declined largely across the board over the last four years; food production companies dominated as the most active defendants; courts enforced a high standard at the pleadings stage
    MENLO PARK, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lex Machina, a LexisNexis company, today releases its annual Antitrust Litigation Report.
  • The report examines trends in antitrust litigation in federal district courts and appellate courts.
  • "Our report revealed several exciting insights about the changing landscape of antitrust litigation," said Ron Porter, Lex Machina's antitrust legal data expert and editor of the report.
  • Register here for a copy of the report: https://pages.lexmachina.com/2023AntitrustReport_LP.html
    Lex Machina is hosting a webcast to discuss the report on April 20, 2023 at noon ET/9am PT with Anna Rathbun (Partner at Latham & Watkins), Ron Porter (Lex Machina's Legal Data Expert in Antitrust Litigation), and Aria Nejad (Lex Machina's in-house counsel).

Mind Mapping Innovators Xmind File Copyright Lawsuit Against Edraw/Wondershare

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Xmind mind mapping software, first released in 2007, works on multiple operating systems and has the highest user rating in both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Key Points: 
  • Xmind mind mapping software, first released in 2007, works on multiple operating systems and has the highest user rating in both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
  • Xmind alleges that Edraw and Wondershare willfully infringed the trademark of Xmind and engaged in false advertising and unlawful, unfair, and fraudulent business practices.
  • Since 2007, Xmind has been the owner of the XMIND trademark with mind mapping and related software.
  • In addition, as noted, software marketed under the XMIND trademark has received favorable media and industry attention for providing mind mapping solutions.

F45 Training Holdings (“FXLV”) Sued by Barrack, Rodos & Bacine for Securities Law Violations

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrack, Rodos & Bacine has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of shareholders against F45 Training Holdings Inc. (“F45;” NYSE: FXLV) and certain of its executives.  The complaint was brought in the District Court for the Western District of Texas (Goer v F45 Training Holdings Inc., et al., No.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrack, Rodos & Bacine has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of shareholders against F45 Training Holdings Inc. (“F45;” NYSE: FXLV) and certain of its executives.  The complaint was brought in the District Court for the Western District of Texas (Goer v F45 Training Holdings Inc., et al., No.
  • If you have suffered a loss arising from purchases in F45 stock, you have until February 6, 2023 to file a motion with the Court seeking appointment as lead plaintiff.
  • F45 Training Holdings Inc., a Mark Wahlberg-backed fitness franchisor based in Texas, went public in July 2021, when it sold 18.75 million shares priced at $16 per share, while touting a Predictable, Asset-Light Model Driving Rapid Growth.
  • The company reported results and issued guidance that was generally expected by the market for about a year after the IPO.

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP and Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP Announce Pendency of Class Action To All Persons and Entities Who Purchased or Otherwise Acquired Shares of the Common Stock of Vaxart, Inc. During the Period Between June 15, 2020 and A

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Monday, October 31, 2022

A hearing will be held on January 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, before the Hon.

Key Points: 
  • A hearing will be held on January 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, before the Hon.
  • Vincent Chhabria, of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
  • All questions about this notice, the proposed Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to Class Counsel or the Claims Administrator.
  • Inquiries, other than requests for the Notice and Claim Form, should be made to either of the below Plaintiffs' Counsel:

Workhorse Group Announces Proposed Settlements of Class Action Lawsuit and Related Shareholder Derivative Actions

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

The settlement class in the class action consists of purchasers of Workhorse stock or other securities between March 10, 2020 and May 10, 2021 seeking to recover damages under the federal securities laws for statements made by Workhorse during that time period.

Key Points: 
  • The settlement class in the class action consists of purchasers of Workhorse stock or other securities between March 10, 2020 and May 10, 2021 seeking to recover damages under the federal securities laws for statements made by Workhorse during that time period.
  • Under the terms of the settlement of the shareholder derivative actions, the Company will adopt and/or agree to continue to maintain a series of corporate governance changes regarding the Companys compliance program and internal controls.
  • The settlements will contain no admission of liability, wrongdoing or responsibility by any of the defendants (including Workhorse) and full releases of all defendants.
  • The settlements will be subject to final documentation, public notice and court approval by the Central District of California (for the class action) and State District Court of Nevada (for the shareholder derivative actions).

EB5 Capital Welcomes Federal Court Ruling Enjoining Unlawful USCIS Action

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The Court ordered in part that previously designated EB-5 regional centers must presently be permitted to operate; this order enjoins the government from implementing its action deauthorizing EB-5 regional centers.

Key Points: 
  • The Court ordered in part that previously designated EB-5 regional centers must presently be permitted to operate; this order enjoins the government from implementing its action deauthorizing EB-5 regional centers.
  • This decision clears the way for investors to file new immigration petitions (I-526) under theEB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022.
  • Five leading EB-5 regional center operators EB5 Capital, CanAm Enterprises , Civitas Capital Group , Golden Gate Global , and Pine State Regional Center are gratified that the Court recognized the agencys unlawful action and the significant harms resulting to all preexisting regional centers operating in good faith.
  • For more information, follow EB5 Capital on LinkedIn and visit www.eb5capital.com.

Golden Gate Global and Other Leading EB-5 Regional Center Operators File Suit Against USCIS

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

The five regional centers Golden Gate Global , CanAm Enterprises , Civitas Capital Group , EB5 Capital and Pine State Regional Center and IIUSA have jointly retained Klasko Immigration Law Partners and McDermott Will & Emery LLP to act on their behalf.

Key Points: 
  • The five regional centers Golden Gate Global , CanAm Enterprises , Civitas Capital Group , EB5 Capital and Pine State Regional Center and IIUSA have jointly retained Klasko Immigration Law Partners and McDermott Will & Emery LLP to act on their behalf.
  • Collectively, these five long-established operators manage 26 regional centers across 21 states.
  • Golden Gate Global is an award-winning regional center operator headquartered in San Francisco, California.
  • Golden Gate Global enjoys a 100% USCIS project approval rate and has been successful servicing over 1,300 EB-5 investors.

Golden Gate Global and Other Leading EB-5 Regional Center Operators File Suit Against USCIS

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 25, 2022

The five regional centers Golden Gate Global , CanAm Enterprises , Civitas Capital Group , EB5 Capital and Pine State Regional Center and IIUSA have jointly retained Klasko Immigration Law Partners and McDermott Will & Emery LLP to act on their behalf.

Key Points: 
  • The five regional centers Golden Gate Global , CanAm Enterprises , Civitas Capital Group , EB5 Capital and Pine State Regional Center and IIUSA have jointly retained Klasko Immigration Law Partners and McDermott Will & Emery LLP to act on their behalf.
  • The plaintiffs contend that USCIS's position is contrary to the plain meaning of the RIA and thwarts Congressional intent in enacting the RIA.
  • Golden Gate Global is an award-winning regional center operator headquartered in San Francisco, California.
  • Golden Gate Global enjoys a 100% USCIS project approval rate and has been successful servicing over 1,300 EB-5 investors.