Williams v. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

EASTERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

HUBERT WILLIAMS, ) Case No.: 1:21-cv-00275 JLT EPG ) Plaintiff, ) ORDER GRANTING PLAINTIFF’S MOTION ) TO REMAND AND DENYING PLAINTIFF’S v. ) MOTION FOR ATTORNEY FEES ) VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC., ) (Doc. 13) et al. ) ) Defendants. ) )

Hubert Williams alleges he was involved in a vehicular accident and brings claims arising from his injuries. (Doc. 1, Ex. 2.) He contends the Court lacks diversity jurisdiction and seeks remand to state court. (Doc. 13.) Defendants oppose remand, arguing the Court has diversity jurisdiction over the action. (Doc. 15.) The Court finds the matter is suitable for decision without oral argument, and no hearing will be held pursuant to Local Rule 230(g). For the reasons set forth below, Plaintiff’s motion to remand is GRANTED and Plaintiff’s motion for attorney’s fees is DENIED. I. Background and…