Representative Cases

Dispute between brother and sister who co-own a plumbing business. The dispute has spawned numerous civil disputes. Brother contends that sister and her husband converted corporate assets. Sister and her husband contend that the brother became hostile after brother sustained a head injury from a bicycle accident; and shut them out of the corporation, wrongfully accused them of misconduct, and allegedly committed elder abuse and other torts. The case settled on the second day of trial.

Dispute between parties to an agreement for Plaintiff to provide Defendant, a company that constructs solar power systems for large multi-unit residences, with client referrals. Plaintiff claims that Defendant failed to pay it for compensation owed based upon the timing and calculations set forth in the agreement. Plaintiff also alleges claims for quantum meruit, unfair competition, and other business torts.

Action by private utility installer against a municipality involving claims of breach of contract and violation of the California Public Contracting Code and “Greenbook” standards. The installer bid on a project for the underground installation of a large conduit system and encountered unexpected soil conditions that delayed the project and increased costs. The municipality denied the installer’s claim for increased payment.

Action for breach of fiduciary duty and injunction by a client against his former attorney. The attorney allegedly improperly represented a party opponent in litigation against the client and had access to confidential information that could be used against the client’s interests.

Dispute between film distributor, creative works developer, and international media company regarding the international distribution rights to the sequel to an action/adventure film.

Contract dispute between nationwide gasoline supplier and owner of franchise gas station regarding franchisee’s right to stop using supplier’s gasoline, and “rebrand” the station.

Action by trucking company against former employees and third parties for alleged misappropriation of trade secrets and client lists in order to start a competing business.

Dispute between large provider of contract attorney services and a former attorney/employee, who left to join a competitor. Case involved difficult issues regarding scope and enforceability of covenants not to compete, and not to use confidential customer information.