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Litigation

Apr. 10, 2014

Sealing the deal: considerations for sealing court records

Sealing court records is a tricky endeavor where one false step may expose confidential information to public view. By James C. Martin, Anne M. Grignon and Paula Mitchell


By James C. Martin, Anne M. Grignon and Paula Mitchell


Sealing court records is a tricky endeavor where one false step may expose confidential information to public view. Historically, courts have recognized the public's First Amendment right to inspect and copy public documents, including judicial records, which often provide the only bases of explanation for a court's decision. Universal City Studios Inc. v. Superior Court, 110 Cal. App. 4th 1273...

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