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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Apr 01, 2011

Riley v. HSBC USA, INC.

Plaintiff Dawn Riley alleged employment discrimination based on race against HSBC USA, Inc. and HSBC Bank USA, National Association, under Title VII and New York Human Rights Law. Defendants moved for summary judgment, arguing a legitimate, non-discriminatory reason for Riley's termination—poor job performance. The Magistrate Judge recommended granting summary judgment in part to dismiss HSBC USA, Inc. as a defendant and denying it as to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, finding material issues of fact regarding pretextual discrimination. Chief Judge William M. Skretny accepted the Report and Recommendation, denied the objections, and partially granted/denied the motion for summary judgment, terminating HSBC USA, Inc. as a defendant. The case will proceed against HSBC Bank USA, National Association.

Employment DiscriminationRacial DiscriminationReverse DiscriminationSummary JudgmentPretextDisparate TreatmentTitle VIINew York Human Rights LawReduction in ForcePerformance Review
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Jan 25, 1990

Sikes v. Chevron Companies

Gary Sikes, a former termite exterminator for T & R Pest Control, and his wife, initiated a negligence and strict products liability action against T & R, its president Anthony Ferrandino, and Chevron entities. Sikes claimed he suffered personal injuries due to prolonged exposure to chlordane, a pesticide allegedly manufactured by Chevron Chemical Company-Ortho Division. Both Chevron defendants and T & R/Ferrandino moved for summary judgment. The Chevron defendants argued they did not manufacture the specific chlordane used by Sikes, while T & R/Ferrandino contended Sikes was an employee, limiting his claims to workers' compensation. The Supreme Court initially denied these motions. However, the appellate court reversed the decision, granting summary judgment to all defendants, concluding that Sikes failed to provide sufficient evidence linking his exposure to Chevron's product and that his exclusive remedy against T & R and Ferrandino was indeed workers' compensation.

Personal InjuryProduct LiabilityNegligenceSummary JudgmentWorkers' CompensationEmployer-Employee RelationshipChlordane ExposurePesticideToxic TortAppellate Review
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Mar 25, 2010

Pavlov v. Debt Resolvers USA, Inc.

Claimant Dmitri Pavlov sued Debt Resolvers USA, Inc. after the defendant failed to return funds deposited for credit card debt resolution, alleging the defendant's services were ineffective and its fees excessive. The court determined that Debt Resolvers USA, Inc. engaged in "budget planning" as defined by New York law but was not licensed or properly incorporated as a not-for-profit entity for such activities. Consequently, the agreement between Pavlov and Debt Resolvers USA, Inc. was declared illegal and unenforceable. The court ruled in favor of Pavlov, ordering a refund of the deposited funds totaling $1,693.60. Additionally, the defendant was found to have engaged in deceptive business practices under General Business Law § 349, leading to an extra $50 award for the claimant, bringing the total judgment to $1,743.60 plus interest.

Small ClaimsDebt ResolutionBudget PlanningUnlicensed ActivityConsumer ProtectionDeceptive Business PracticesContract EnforceabilityNew York LawCredit RepairDebt Settlement
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Case No. ADJ746026 (SJO 0221595) ADJ1315805 (SJO 0221596) ADJ2490198 (SJO 0221597) ADJ1525795 (SJO 0234303)
Regular
Feb 03, 2010

GILBERT GASKA vs. EAST SIDE UNION HIGH SCHOOL, ACE/USA, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCATION

This case involves claims for reimbursement between two insurers covering applicant's industrial injuries. CIGA, representing an insolvent insurer, sought reimbursement from ACE/USA for medical benefits paid. The arbitrator initially awarded CIGA approximately $105,000, later amended to $138,555.15 due to a clerical error. ACE/USA petitioned for reconsideration, arguing CIGA's claim was untimely and improperly based on contribution or subrogation. The Board dismissed CIGA's petition as moot because the corrected award had already been issued. The Board denied ACE/USA's petition, clarifying CIGA's claim was for reimbursement under Insurance Code section 1063.1, not untimely contribution or subrogation, and that ACE/USA was liable due to providing "other insurance" for the same injuries.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardCalifornia Insurance Guarantee AssociationCIGAACE/USAFremont Compensation Insurance Companyinsolvencycumulative injuryspecific injuryreimbursementcontribution
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Case No. No. 8
Regular Panel Decision
Feb 21, 2019

Matter of New York City Asbestos Litigation v. Chevron Corporation

Mason South, a merchant marine, sued Chevron Corporation (successor by merger to Texaco, Inc.) and other defendants in 2015, alleging his mesothelioma resulted from asbestos exposure during his career from 1945-1982. This current lawsuit followed a 1997 settlement between Mr. South and Texaco, Inc., where he signed a release for $1,750 concerning previous asbestos exposure claims. Chevron moved for summary judgment in the 2015 case, arguing the 1997 release barred the claims. The Supreme Court and Appellate Division denied summary judgment, noting the record's insufficiency to demonstrate the release's validity under the heightened burden of federal admiralty law and FELA for seamen. The New York Court of Appeals affirmed, finding Chevron had not met its burden to prove the release was executed with full understanding of rights, citing the ambiguity of the release regarding future diseases like mesothelioma and the circumstances surrounding the 1997 settlement.

AsbestosMesotheliomaSeaman's ReleaseJones ActFELAAdmiralty LawSummary JudgmentContract ValidityBurden of ProofNew York Courts
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors of 360networks (USA) Inc. v. Public Utilities Commission of California (In Re 360networks (USA) Inc.)

The Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors of 360networks (USA) Inc. (Debtors) initiated an adversary proceeding against the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California (CPUC) seeking to avoid certain fee payments as preferential transfers under the Bankruptcy Code. The CPUC moved to dismiss the action, asserting Eleventh Amendment sovereign immunity and arguing the court lacked jurisdiction. Judge Allan L. Gropper denied the CPUC's motion, concluding that the court holds in rem jurisdiction over the debtor's property in a preference action. The Court determined that the exercise of this jurisdiction would not offend state sovereignty, citing various forms of potential relief available, including the disallowance of claims by other California state instrumentalities.

Bankruptcy LawSovereign ImmunityEleventh AmendmentIn Rem JurisdictionPreference ActionMotion to DismissPublic Utilities CommissionCalifornia Environmental Quality ActDebtor-Creditor RelationsFederal Jurisdiction
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Case No. ADJ7280681
Regular
Dec 10, 2010

HECTOR SALDANA vs. CHEVRON PRODUCTS COMPANY, CHEVRON CORPORATION

This case involves Chevron's petition for reconsideration and removal regarding an order taking an expedited hearing off calendar. Chevron argued the WCJ lacked authority to remove the hearing without applicant's agreement on self-procured medical treatment costs. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition for reconsideration, finding the order was not final. The petition for removal was denied based on the WCJ's report.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardReconsiderationRemovalExpedited HearingMedical Provider Network (MPN)Self-Procured TreatmentFinal OrderWCJLabor Code section 5900Substantive Rights
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Case No. 2017 NY Slip Op 07628
Regular Panel Decision
Nov 01, 2017

Solorzano v. Skanska USA Building, Inc.

Juan Maria Solorzano, an asbestos and lead abatement worker, initiated a personal injury lawsuit against Skanska USA Building, Inc., the construction project manager, following a fall from scaffolding. Solorzano alleged violations of Labor Law §§ 240 (1) and 241 (6). The Supreme Court, Queens County, denied his summary judgment motion due to inconsistencies in his deposition testimony regarding the accident's cause. A jury subsequently ruled in favor of Skanska, leading to the dismissal of the complaint. The Appellate Division, Second Department, affirmed this decision, concluding that Solorzano failed to establish a prima facie case under the Labor Law provisions, citing his contradictory testimony and the presence of guardrails on the scaffold.

Scaffolding accidentLabor Law violationsSummary judgmentJury verdictAppellate reviewPersonal injuryConstruction site safetyNegligenceProximate causeDeposition inconsistency
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Fleming v. MaxMara USA, Inc.

Plaintiff Yvonne Fleming, an African-American woman and former Director of Human Resources and Payroll for MaxMara USA, Inc., sued her employer and two individual supervisors, John Gleeson and Luigi Caroggio, alleging race discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation in violation of Title VII and the New York City Human Rights Law. Fleming claimed that Gleeson made a racially charged comment, and both Gleeson and Caroggio subjected her to poor treatment and derogatory remarks. She also asserted retaliation after reporting alleged preferential treatment of Italian employees. The defendants moved for summary judgment, arguing legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for Fleming's termination, including performance issues and failure to follow company protocols. The court granted summary judgment for the defendants on all claims, finding that Fleming failed to establish a prima facie case for race discrimination (partially due to being replaced by another African-American woman), that the hostile work environment claims lacked sufficient severity or pervasiveness or were time-barred, and that the retaliation claims did not overcome the defendants' legitimate business reasons.

Employment DiscriminationRace DiscriminationHostile Work EnvironmentRetaliationTitle VIINew York City Human Rights LawSummary Judgment MotionAdverse Employment ActionPrima Facie CasePretext
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Case No. 2017 NY Slip Op 07307 [154 AD3d 538]
Regular Panel Decision
Oct 19, 2017

Cortes v. Skanska USA Civil Northeast, Inc.

The Appellate Division, First Department, affirmed an order granting summary judgment to defendant Skanska USA Civil Northeast, Inc., and dismissing the complaint. Plaintiff Luis Cortes, an employee of Phoenix Constructors, a joint venture that included Skanska, fell from a stair tower. The court ruled that plaintiff's exclusive remedy against Skanska was workers' compensation, as Skanska was a member of his employer's joint venture. The plaintiff's arguments regarding the alter ego doctrine and an independent duty owed by Skanska were rejected, citing established case law which prohibits treating an employer as a dual legal personality.

Workers' CompensationJoint VentureExclusive RemedySummary JudgmentAppellate ReviewLabor LawEmployer LiabilityDual Legal PersonalityStatutory InterpretationWorkplace Injury
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