The U.S. Solicitor General has recommended that the U.S. Supreme Court deny review of an important case impacting the application of AB5 to California’s trucking industry. In it’s Supreme Court brief, the Solicitor General urged that the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit “correctly determined that petitioners were unlikely to succeed” in …
In addition to being one of the nation’s foremost experts on transportation law, Stone | Dean partner Gregg S. Garfinkel is an avid saltwater fisherman. For many years, he has preached (and practiced) the importance of practicing “catch and release” when fishing for many species, including California’s own, Calico Bass. He, along with his two …
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A 55 year old Manhattan man is suing his 82 year old mother for the loss of potentially valuable baseball cards. The plaintiff (i.e., ungrateful son) says that the cards — a 1953 Topps Ralph Kiner and a 1953 Topps Satchel Paige — could be worth more than $25,000. He further alleges that his mother bought …
Once again, Stone | Dean partnered with Villa Esperanza Services to bring holiday warmth and smiles to their students. Organized by Kori Macksoud, Stone | Dean employees filled the “Wish-Lists” of each student by purchasing books, stuffed animals, art kits, hats, puzzles, and toys. Thank you to everyone who participated. Villa Esperanza Services is a …
Halloween is always a big deal at Stone | Dean, and this year was no different (other than the fact that our celebration was done remotely). Taking first place in the “Best Costume” contest was Alicia Gonzalez who won for her “Cereal Killer” ensemble. Joe Lara won the “Best Pumpkin” contest with his Jack Skellington …