Quinn Covarrubias

Employment Law, FEHA, Appellate Ruling

California Supreme Court ruling clarifying that a business entity agent of an employer can be held directly liable for employment discrimination under FEHA if it has at least five employees and conducts FEHA regulated activities on behalf of the employer.

Civil Power Theft, Property Damage, Breach of Contract, Appellate Ruling

Appellate affirmation of a judgment in favor of Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) in a civil power theft case, where the defendant diverted unmetered electricity for marijuana cultivation. The defendant was ordered to pay treble damages, costs, and attorneys' fees.

Civil Power Theft, Property Damage, Appellate Ruling

Appellate affirmation of a judgment in favor of Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) in a civil power theft case, where the defendant aided and abetted power diversion for a marijuana grow. The trial court's award of treble damages and attorney fees was upheld.

Healthcare Law, Administrative Law, Appeals, Appellate Ruling

California Supreme Court ruled in favor of Family Health Centers of San Diego, a Federally Qualified Health Center, holding that reimbursement for outreach and education costs should not be denied under federal Medicaid statute and Public Health Service Act.

Employment Law, Age Discrimination, Appellate Ruling

Employers prevailed in an age discrimination case where a 60-year-old former Hilton Hotel employee claimed wrongful termination due to age. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found a legitimate business reason for termination, not discrimination.

Employment Law, Age Discrimination, Appellate Ruling

Employers prevailed in an age discrimination case where a contractor claimed she was passed over for positions due to age. The California Court of Appeal upheld dismissal, citing documented behavioral and performance issues as legitimate reasons for not hiring.