Governor Brown Signs SB 1072 the ‘Paul Lee School Bus Safety Law’ Into Law
On September 27, 2016, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 1072 into law, helping to ensure that no child will ever again be left behind on a school bus in California. Senator Tony Mendoza, who authored the “Paul Lee School Bus Safety Law,” made the announcement during a press conference held on the steps of Whittier… read more
Brian Panish Recognized As Top 100 Lawyer in California By Daily Journal
Brian Panish has again been recognized by the Daily Journal as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in California. The September 21, 2016 Daily Journal profile on Mr. Panish highlights his recent victories including Agu v. The Regents of the University of California. Mr. Panish obtained a $4.75 million settlement in April 2016 for the parents… read more
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Murrieta Valley Unified School District Following Student Drowning
The parents of Alex Pierce have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Murrieta Valley Unified School District after their son drowned in a swimming pool on school property while in the care of their staff and personnel. The Plaintiffs, Sabrina and Rodriquez Pierce, are represented by Brian Panish, Rahul Ravipudi and Robert Glassman of… read more
SoCalGas To Pay $4 Million To Settle Porter Ranch Gas Leak Criminal Charges
As part of a $4 million settlement with Los Angeles County prosecutors, Southern California Gas Company pleaded no contest Tuesday to a misdemeanor count of failing to immediately report the October 23, 2015 gas well blowout at its Aliso Canyon Storage Facility. The utility company waited three days before notifying the state Office of Emergency… read more