Former dentist John B. Ellis prefers helping couples sometimes resolve their differences.
Former ballplayer Stephen J. Gallon plays it firm and formal as judge of a drug court.
Real Estate/Development
Multifamily transactions keep lawyers busy
By Jason W. Armstrong
Real estate lawyers say their apartment, condominium and other multifamily transactions have jumped through the roof in the pa...
At UC Berkeley, Steven W. Paul was drawn to counseling and earned a degree in psychology. Now a mediator, he still puts those ...
Decision fatigue can cause us to make decisions that offer instant gratification rather than long-term gain. By Michael D. You...
Why this biotech company has nothing to lose. By Matthew Zandi of Steel Zandi ...
Five trends that are helpful to understanding the evolution of this critical industry. By James C. Chapman of Foley & Lard...
Perspective
Government Claims Act: substantial compliance or unnecessary confusion?
By Sharon Liangn
The 6th District makes it difficult for public agencies to efficiently handle claims and potentially avoid costly litigation. ...
The state Coastal Commission is given a pass on a key CEQA public review mandate. By Frank P. Angel of Angel Law ...
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
Reyes' backdating conviction stands
By John Roemer
In a closing chapter of the long-running Brocade stock options backdating saga, a 9th Circuit panel on Thursday affirmed forme...
A lawsuit challenging the environmental review of a major water deal brokered between the state and several agricultural and u...
In what many see as an important win for the Hollywood entertainment industry, a federal court struck down U.S. Army Master Sg...
With wins that include pro bono cases and discounted fees, Banafsheh, Danesh & Javid love their work. ...
Isaac Larian, chief executive of MGA Entertainment Inc., is urging federal prosecutors to launch a criminal investigation into...
A San Jose federal judge considered Thursday whether to grant a preliminary injunction blocking sales of Samsung Electronics C...
For the second time this year, Sony's Playstation video game network was hacked and nearly 100,000 users' personal information...
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved legislation Thursday that would send reinforcements to the overworked, understaffed fe...
Immigration
Hiring foreign workers proves more time-consuming, costly
By Saul Sugarman
Despite a recovering economy in the U.S., companies remain reluctant to hire foreign workers, leaving immigration firms hurtin...
The worldwide legal battle between Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. over smart phone and tablet computer patents is...
To make paying legal fees less rather than more painful, here are seven rules you should know. ...
On its 100th anniversary, one thing is clear - our system of direct democracy is deeply flawed. By Jessica A. Levinson of Loyo...
At the same time that court resources are shrinking, the number of mistrials is rising. By Joseph Sorrentino ...
Two designer denim companies earned a preliminary injunction Wednesday against LA Idol Fashion Inc., a company allegedly produ...
The amount of polluted waterways in California is higher than previously estimated, according to a federal Environmental Prote...
San Francisco County Superior Court is considering eliminating long-standing orders that deal with how it manages its asbestos...
A Woodside.-based family investment entity won the fourth largest award ever handed down by a Financial Industry Regulatory Au...
Richmond City Attorney Randy Riddle has announced he will resign, effective early next year. ...
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Neutral accused of favoritsm cleared by judge
By Gabe Friedmann
A Las Vegas federal judge has shot down allegations that a prominent neutral engaged in fraud and misconduct while arbitrating...