Judicial Profile
Judge Laura Priver delivers quick, well-reasoned rulings, attorneys say
From The Archive
MCLE
The Great London Fire Court: Relevant 17th-century procedures for COVID disputes?
Podcast host Howard Miller talks with Professor Jay Tidma...
By Howard B. MillerIf it's not in writing, did it happen?
Can you put that in writing? Reduce the risk of malpracti...
By Alanna G. Clair, Shari L. KlevensAmbiguity Times Three
Statutes can be ambiguous in three ways--semantic, syntac...
By Michael J. RaphaelSpecial Reports
Spotlight on Criminal Law
2025 marks a transformative year for criminal law, with new district attorneys stepping in for Los Angeles and Alameda counties and the passage of Proposition 36. In this special issue, Los Angeles County DA Nathan Hochman shares his vision for revitalizing the District Attorney's Office, while leading experts explore the broader shifts reshaping the legal landscape.
Today's News
Real Estate/Development, Land Use, Insurance
New regulations might make rebuilding difficult for those who lost homes in LA fires
By Wisdom Howell
Much has changed since neighborhoods like Pacific Palisades were developed, land use attorneys warned. Rebuilding will be difficult, or in some cases impossi...
Government, Civil Rights
Legal nonprofits to see new funds to fight Trump administration
By Malcolm Maclachlan
At least $15 million will be funneled through the State Bar and the California Access to Justice Commission to nonprofits fighting deportations and cases inv...
Civil Litigation
Lawsuit accuses Southern California Edison of negligence in devastating Eaton Fire
By Skyler Romero
The blaze in the Altadena area has destroyed thousands of structures and caused widespread devastation.
Insurance
Lawmakers propose FAIR Plan fix as insurers brace for litigation over wildfire costs
By Malcolm Maclachlan
Attorneys say the approach in AB 226 might represent the best choice among a set of bad options.
Government, Criminal
Wildfires make for a busy final week for US attorney
By Jack Needham
In an interview Monday, U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada reflected on his accomplishments.
Judges and Judiciary, Government
California courts maintain steady funding in Newsom's budget
By Malcolm Maclachlan
The courts will receive about $5 billion, roughly the same as in the 2024-25 budget finalized last summer.
Columns
Section 998: The high-stakes settlement strategy you need to know
By Peter R. Boutin , Christopher A. Stecher
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 998 shifts costs when a settlement offer is rejected. This article answers 20 key q...
Technology
AI-fueled fraud and the $10 billion crisis banks can't afford to ignore
By Esther E. Cho , David D. Piper
With financial fraud on the rise, consumers and legislators are expecting more from banks.
The Supreme Court's Jan. 9 ruling allowing Trump's sentencing to proceed highlights the Court's adherence to established legal...
Verdicts & Settlements
| Unfair Competition | Guardant Health v. Natera, ... | $293,000,000 |
| Negligence | Oliver Armstrong v. Big Dog... | $7,878,000 |
| Dangerous Condition of Public Property | Camila Lopez Magallanes, a ... | $7,083,194 |
| Unfair Competition | Heather Boone and Roxanne R... | $5,500,000 |
| Wrongful Death | Christa Thomas, an individu... | $3,975,000 |
| Auto v. Bicycle | Carlos Chanchavac Tojin v. ... | $2,016,649 |
| Breach of Contract | Haley Martinez and Matthew ... | $1,400,000 |
| Breach of Fiduciary Duty | Veronica S. v. County of Ri... | $1,000,000 |
| Breach of Contract | McKesson Corporation v. Car... | $880,154 |
| Securities Fraud | Ashkan Farazmand, derivativ... | $775,000 |
On the Move
Hueston Hennigan LLP
Yegor Fursevich was promoted to partner of Hueston Hennigan LLP in Los Angeles. The promotion is effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Michael Todisco was promoted to partner of Hueston Hennigan LLP in Los Angeles. The promotion is effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Details
Hueston Hennigan LLP has 90 attorneys in 3 offices including Los Angeles and Newport Beach. Among the law firm’s key practice areas are Complex commercial litigation and white collar. The firm’s website is www.hueston.com
Featured Content
Eight key factors that make early mediation a valuable tool in civil cases
JAMS neutral reflects on her career, what inspires her and what brought her back to JAMS after 20 years on the bench
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Community News
Community News
San Diego Consumer Attorneys raise record sum for foster children
By Douglas Saunders Sr.
The campaign marked CASD's first major fundraising initiative tied to their signature annual event.
Attorney Profiles
Estate Planning and Probate Directory
A comprehensive directory of estate planning and probate attorneys throughout California.
Daily Appellate Report
Family Law
Marriage of Goldman
Laches defense is available in Family Code proceedings not attempting to enforce a support judgment, but prejudice is still a required showing for a successful defense.
Torts
Gee v. National Collegiate Athletic Assocation
The assumption of risk doctrine applied to a plaintiff injured by an inherent risk of the sport (head hits), irrespective of whether the specific injury itself (CTE) was inherent to the s...
Torts
Stokes v. Forty Niners Stadium Management Co.
Negligence claim against defendant football stadium security lacked causation where the incident occurred too quickly for defendant to intervene.
Immigration
Godoy-Aguilar v. Garland
California Penal Code Section 136.1(c)(1) is a categorical match for the generic federal offense of an aggravated felony relating to obstruction of justice.

