Tag Archives: Berry Creek Rancheria of Tyme Maidu Indians

Ninth Circuit Decides QTA Case; Holds FTCA May Apply

Posted on November 3, 2009 by

The Ninth Circuit recently decided Robinson v. United States (Robinson v US CA9 Opinion), where the court held that the Quiet Title Act does not foreclose litigation over an easement running across Indian trust lands. Here are the materials: Robinson … Continue reading →

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Allen v. Mayhew — Complaint against Tribal Officials and Individuals

Posted on February 24, 2009 by

Once again, the Eastern District of California has refused to dismiss a Section 1981 complaint against tribal gaming employees of the Gold Country Casino, owned by the Berry Creek Rancheria of Tyme Maidu Indians. Here is the opinion — feb-20-2009-dct-order … Continue reading →

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Allen v. Mayhew – Section 1981 Claims Against Tribal Individuals

Posted on March 18, 2008 by

The E.D. Cal. refused to dismiss the Section 1981 claims against tribal casino employees on the grounds of sovereign immunity in Allen v. Mayhew. The underlying claim involves the plaintiff’s termination from employment with the tribal casino. Here are the … Continue reading →

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