Amy Pauli

Class Actions

• Secured pleading-stage dismissal of false advertising class action against Fortune 500 food manufacturer.
• Secured dismissal of consumer class action for pet products manufacturer in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Plaintiff sought $5 million in damages and asserted claims including fraud, breach of warranty, and that the label was misleading under consumer protection statutes.
• Defending health care companies in Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act class actions.

Health Care Litigation and Appeals:

• Challenged and defended, on behalf of an ERISA plan administrator, a series of district court decisions regarding mental health benefits claims before the Second, Seventh, and Tenth Circuit Courts of Appeals.
• Secured summary judgment for ERISA plan administrator in coverage dispute.
• Secured dismissal of California Unfair Competition Law and unjust enrichment class action against large health plan.

Regulatory Business Disputes

• Represented animal product manufacturer in investigation of regulatory defects in business acquired by client and litigation for breaches of acquisition agreement. Successfully brought federal court litigation alleging more than $7 million in damages, resulting in highly favorable settlement for client.

Food Labeling Counseling

• Advising global beverage brand regarding product launches, advertising and marketing risks, and bottle bill compliance for various product lines including juices, sodas and carbonated beverages, flavored waters, and energy drinks.