
Court Denies Live Nation’s Attempt to Avoid Trial in Fatal Gorge Festival Shooting Case
On February 13, 2026, the King County Superior Court denied Live Nation’s motion for summary judgment in the civil case arising out of the shooting at the Beyond Wonderland music festival at the Gorge Amphitheatre in June 2023. The lawsuit was filed by the families of Brandy Escamilla and Josilyn Ruiz, who were killed during… read more

[2026 Study] Top 5 California Counties Most Susceptible to Wildfires
From sandy beaches to snow-capped mountains to deserts, California has it all. With its natural beauty and fourth-largest economy in the world, it isn’t surprising that the Golden State has some of the most sought-after and most expensive real estate in the United States. Despite all that makes California a desirable place to live, an… read more
Joint Statement from Stanford and the Family of Katie Meyer
Stanford and the family of Katie Meyer are pleased to have reached a resolution in the lawsuit that was filed against the university following Katie’s tragic death in 2022. To honor Katie, Stanford will collaborate with Katie’s family to launch an initiative focused on the mental health and well-being of student-athletes at the Wu Tsai… read more

Brian Panish Honored by LA-ABOTA as Recipient of the Lee B. Wenzel Civility Award
On January 23, 2026, Brian Panish was honored to receive the 2026 Lee B. Wenzel Civility Award from the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) Los Angeles Chapter. The distinguished award was presented to Mr. Panish by longtime friend and fellow ABOTA member, Wally Yoka, at the President’s Installation/Dinner Dance held in Beverly Hills, California…. read more

Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP Announces Attorney Ian Samson Elevated to Partner
Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP is pleased to announce that Ian Samson has been elevated to the position of partner, effective January 1, 2026. Mr. Samson has played a key role in many of the Firm’s most significant matters and focuses his practice on high-stakes personal injury and wrongful death litigation throughout California and… read more

PSR Files Lawsuit Against Moreno Valley Unified School District on Behalf of Student Alleging Sexual Abuse by Campus Officer
PSR attorneys Spencer Lucas, U. Sean Maneewongwathana, and Neda Saghafi have filed a civil lawsuit against Moreno Valley Unified School District (“MVUSD”) on behalf of Jane Doe, a minor, arising out of alleged sexual abuse by a campus supervising officer at Canyon Springs High School and systemic failures by the District. “This case seeks to… read more

PSR Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Campbell Hall Following Tragic Death of Student in School Parking Lot
Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP attorneys Robert Glassman and Joe O’Hanlon have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Campbell Hall on behalf of the parents of 15-year-old Cosmo Silverman, a 9th grade student who suffered fatal injuries after being pinned between two vehicles during student pick-up. The lawsuit seeks to hold the K-12 private… read more

Pedro Antonio Tellez, Former Glendale Unified School District and City of Glendale Employee, Sentenced to 32 Years in Prison
On December 19, 2025, Pedro Antonio Tellez pled no contest to 12 counts of sex crimes against children for a total sentence of 32 years in prison. Several survivor families sat in the Pasadena Superior Courtroom as the presiding judge read the counts. One mother delivered a powerful victim impact statement, relaying not only the… read more

Jesse Creed and Lyssa Roberts Named Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s by Los Angeles Business Journal
PSR partner Jesse Creed and attorney Lyssa A. Roberts have been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s, a list of the region’s most influential professionals. Those honored in this special supplement have been recognized for their expertise in their chosen field, their exemplary leadership, and for contributions… read more
A Win for Accountability in Rideshare Litigation: Keeping Proposition 22 Out of the Jury Room
For years, Uber and Lyft have relied on one central strategy to avoid responsibility when their drivers cause harm: insisting their drivers are “independent contractors,” not employees. In 2020, with Proposition 22, the companies went a step further by drafting a new, highly favorable test designed to make proving employee status nearly impossible. Prop. 22… read more

PSR Files Lawsuit Against Casa Pacifica Following Exploitation and Tragic Death of Pipper Bratt Due to ‘Open Campus’ Policy
PSR attorney Wyatt Vespermann has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the parents of 14-year old Pipper Bratt who was tragically struck by a vehicle on the roadway outside the Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families campus. At the time of the incident, Pipper was under Casa Pacifica’s care, and just days… read more

Brian Panish and Rahul Ravipudi Named Among Top Plaintiff Lawyers by Daily Journal
Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP partners Brian Panish and Rahul Ravipudi have been named among Daily Journal’s list of 2025 Top Plaintiff Lawyers in California. The annual publication recognized 52 lawyers this year, honoring California’s leading advocates fighting for consumers in personal injury, mass torts, and civil rights cases. BRIAN PANISH Mr. Panish’s feature profile highlights two landmark… read more
