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ADR Profile

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Paul P. Burdick
ADR Services, Inc.

Firm Profile

Generation to Generation

Abbey, Weitzenberg, Warren & Emery PC
Specializes in Personal Injury

MCLE

California cracks open AI's black box

Dec. 6, 2024

California's AB 2013, effective in 2026, mandates AI comp...

By Alexander F. Koskey, Madison "MJ" McMahan, Matthew G. White

When back pay goes beyond the bottom line

Dec. 5, 2024

In labor arbitration, pre-judgment interest on back pay d...

By Christopher David Ruiz Cameron

Special Reports

Top Antitrust Lawyers 2024

Dec. 4, 2024

Our list of the best California lawyers specializing in one of the hottest legal practices of 2024


Today's News

The reporting mandate takes effect in 2026, though the State Bar will ask lawyers to provide their 2024 pro bono totals as part of the 2025 fee billing cycle.


Technology, Labor/Employment

The plaintiff was one of 12,000 employees Google laid off in 2023. Her complaint argues that she and several other women on maternity leave lost their jobs.


Civil Litigation

Los Angeles judge previously denied an anti-SLAPP motion from Warner Bros. on the condition that Dan Schneider submit a declaration denying the claims of th...


Civil Litigation

U.S. Behavioral Health Plan, California is accused of denying plaintiff Ryan Matlock's addiction rehabilitation coverage in contravention of his doctor's ass...


Criminal, Constitutional Law, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

Assistant Federal Public Defender Sonam A.H. Henderson, who represents defendant Steven Duarte on the appeal of his conviction for violating the Gun Control ...


Technology

The case illustrates the sometimes uncomfortable "push-pull" that can occur between an entity that maintains a technology platform and third-party developers...


Columns

Generative AI, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, could increase the number of frivolous lawsuits by making comp...


Insurance, Entertainment & Sports

Critical care insurance has become essential for college athletes, helping protect their NIL earnings and career prospects fro...


Immigration

H-1B reform: Racing the clock, raising the stakes

Dec. 12, 2024
By Angela Warren

Biden's H-1B reform faces a tight deadline, with key changes to "specialty occupation" definitions and degree requirements, bu...



Verdicts & Settlements

Consumer Protection Act Michael Katz-Lacabe and Dr.... $115,000,000
Auto v. Auto Scott Curry v. Kayla Myers ... $10,120,000
Auto v. Auto John Doe v. Roe Streetsweeper $5,000,000
Breach of Contract In re: California North Bay... $4,500,000
Breach of Implied Contract In re: Vivendi Ticketing US... $3,250,000
Malpractice Aileen Munoz v. Southern Ca... $2,800,000
Shawnece Mackey, individual... $2,000,000
Wage and Hour Hannah Moncada, individuall... $650,000
Wage and Hour Isaiah Harris, et al. v. Au... $425,000
Wage and Hour Kristy Vess, as an individu... $360,000

On the Move

Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.

Dec. 10, 2024


Giovanni Saarman González as Partner in San Francisco

Saarman González represents clients in federal and state courts and administrative proceedings before government agencies, including the California Public Utilities Commission. He focuses his practice on representing and advising clients operating in regulated industries and is a key member of the firm's energy practice. His promotion to partner will take effect on Jan. 1.


Anne K. Conley as Partner in Los Angeles

Conley specializes in complex civil litigation and strategic client counseling, with a particular focus on the unique legal challenges confronting the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. She also brings substantial expertise in appellate advocacy and antitrust matters, representing a diverse range of clients. Her promotion to partner will take effect on Jan. 1.


David W. Moreshead as Partner in Los Angeles

Moreshead specializes in labor and employment litigation, as well as providing strategic counsel to clients. His extensive experience includes handling complex class and representative wage-and-hour cases, along with a diverse array of single-plaintiff claims involving wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, and harassment. He has drafted and argued motions, overseen all aspects of discovery, and represented clients before the California Court of Appeal, the California Supreme Court, and the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. His promotion to partner will take effect on Jan. 1.


Colin A. Devine as Partner in Los Angeles

Devine's practice centers on complex civil litigation, internal investigations, and white-collar criminal defense. He represents companies in high stakes matters, including multidistrict litigation, mass torts, and class actions across various industries. With expertise spanning every stage of legal disputes -- from investigations and pre-litigation strategy to litigation, trial, and appeal-- Devine delivers comprehensive and effective advocacy. His promotion to partner will take effect on Jan. 1.


Featured Content


Community News

Scott Edelman of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher was honored at the event in Beverly Hills.



Attorney Profiles


Estate Planning and Probate Directory

Nov. 13, 2024

A comprehensive directory of estate planning and probate attorneys throughout California.


Daily Appellate Report

Criminal Law and Procedure

People v. Gonzalez

Trial court's reliance on unproven aggravating facts to re-impose upper term violated defendant's Sixth Amendment rights after resentencing request.


Employment Law

Chavez v. California Collision

The Labor Code superseded the California Civil Code of Civil Procedure and prohibited cost shifting in a wage claim lawsuit where the employee was the prevailing party.


Habeas Corpus, Criminal Law and Procedure

Nunez-Dosangos v. Superior Court (People)

Petitioner's pretrial detention was excessive in relation to the government's public safety goals and constituted impermissible punishment in violation of due process.