areas of practice
CONSTRUCTION DEFECT LITIGATION
LML concentrates on the representation of Homeowners Associations (HOA), Single Family Homeowners, and Commercial Owners in Construction Defect claims against Developers and General Contractors. We represent such clients in California and Nevada in all aspects of construction related claims.
CLASS ACTION LITIGATION
LML represents injured parties in consumer class action litigation in both Federal and State Courts, with a concentration on misbranding and mislabeling in the food and cosmetic segment.
CATASTROPHIC/PERSONAL INJURY
Our firm represents individuals or groups who have been severely injured in auto accidents, workplace or in the public.
REAL ESTATE LITIGATION
Our real estate litigation and consultation practice assists buyers and sellers of properties in all aspects of the transaction. Additionally, we help those individuals who have been victims of fraud or misrepresentation in real estate transactions. This includes
About the Firm
We are a construction defect litigation law firm focused on protecting and serving homeowners, community associations and commercial property owners in both California and Nevada. Our attorneys have broad experience representing homeowners, builders and lenders in various types of construction defect actions. The attorneys at Lattie Malanga Libertino LLP work to put our clients first and we recognize that the investment you made in your property is an important one. Our goal is to maximize your recovery in the most cost effective means possible. Our expertise and integrity have earned us a reputation as one of the premier construction defect litigation firms in the United States. Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics instills confidence and trust in our clients. We use cutting edge technologies that allow us to respond quickly to your inquiries, and give you the most relevant information and perspectives regarding your case. We often represent our clients on a contingency basis. This means we don't get paid unless we recover for you. In most cases, we advance the costs of litigation. Therefore, there are no upfront costs to our clients. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
Attorneys
JONATHAN G. LATTIE, ESQ.
GERALD B. MALANGA, ESQ.
TERESA A. LIBERTINO, ESQ.
Latest news
Wegmans Lawsuit Alleges “Food Fraud” Over Vanilla Ice Cream Made without Vanilla Beans
Two consumers are calling out Wegmans Food Markets for what a class-action lawsuit labels “food fraud” for selling vanilla ice cream without the actual ingredient. The pair— Quincy Steele of Pennsylvania and Jimmy Arriola of the Bronx, New York —- allege the supermarket chain attempted to mislead them into believing its ice cream contained real Read more about Wegmans Lawsuit Alleges “Food Fraud” Over Vanilla Ice Cream Made without Vanilla Beans[…]
More dog food recalled due to excess Vitamin
Lidl US (Lidl), in association with Sunshine Mills, and Natural Life Pet Products (Natural Life) are recalling additional dry dog foods due to elevated levels of Vitamin D. Consumers should stop feeding the products listed below. Dogs consuming elevated levels of Vitamin D could exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased Read more about More dog food recalled due to excess Vitamin[…]
‘Dark web’ protection plans against ID theft are not ironclad
Despite what you’ve seen on the TV ads, credit-monitoring services can’t purge your data from the cyber underground marketplace, but they can help correct problems if identity theft occurs. Lately, we’re all worried about what crooks might find out about us on the “dark web.” Given high-profile data breaches at places such as Blue Cross Read more about ‘Dark web’ protection plans against ID theft are not ironclad[…]
FDA Confirms Asbestos In Claire’s And Justice Makeup Products
The Food and Drug Administration confirmed Tuesday that Claire’s and Justice, two retailers aimed at tweens and teenagers, carried makeup products that contained asbestos. The FDA released test results that revealed that three powdered makeup products from Claire’s and one from Justice contained asbestos, a mineral fiber that once was commonly used in building construction materials. Exposure Read more about FDA Confirms Asbestos In Claire’s And Justice Makeup Products[…]
Glyphosate Found in 19 of 20 Beers and Wines Tested
Glyphosate—the active ingredient in Monsanto‘s Roundup weedkiller that some studies have linked to cancer—is also a secret ingredient in nearly 20 popular beers and wines. That’s the finding of a new study from the education group U.S. PIRG, which found glyphosate in 19 of 20 wine and beer brands tested, including organic labels and brews. Please Read Full Article Here
Glyphosate Exposure Increases Cancer Risk Up to 41%, Study Finds – EcoWatch
A new meta-analysis of glyphosate suggests that people who are highly exposed to the popular herbicide have a 41 percent increased risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is the world’s most widely used weedkiller and has been surrounded by controversy ever since the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified it as “probably Read more about Glyphosate Exposure Increases Cancer Risk Up to 41%, Study Finds – EcoWatch[…]
Consumer Alleges Rite Aid Day Logic Sunscreen Has SPF of 22, Not 85 As Advertised
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) – A Los Angeles County resident alleges that a brand of sunscreen sold by Rite Aid falsely advertises the protection it offers. CLICK HERE for full article.
Many Sunscreens Fail To Meet SPF Claims, Report Says – CNN
(CNN)Nearly half of sunscreen products in the United States do not live up to the SPF claim on their bottles, according to a new study. CLICK HERE for full article.
Not So Soothing: Your Aloe Gel May Not Contain Any Detectable Level of Aloe
The Aloe Vera gel many Americans buy to soothe damaged skin contains no evidence of Aloe Vera at all. CLICK HERE for full article.
Consumer Class Action Against Rite-Aid Aloe Vera Gel Filed
Lattie Malanga Libertino, LLP has filed a California class action lawsuit against Rite-Aid stores for false advertising and misbranding of its Rite Aid Renewal After Sun Gel with Aloe Vera. Kalajian v. Rite Aid Corporation, 2:17-CV-06777. The case, filed in the United States District Court – Central District of California, was filed on behalf of Read more about Consumer Class Action Against Rite-Aid Aloe Vera Gel Filed[…]