Law Practice, Appellate Practice
Wendel Rosen calls on other firms to help make Bay Area better
By Wisdom Howell
Wendel Rosen’s most recent call to action to its fellow corporate citizens is the latest illustration of the firm’s commitment...
Health Care & Hospital Law, Government
MICRA deal forged by lawyer with history of pissing people off
By Malcolm Maclachlan
Outspoken trial attorney Nicholas C. Rowley ruffled feathers in his quest to for reforms to the Medical Injury Compensation Re...
Judges and Judiciary, Banking
Legislation passes to require US judges to disclose stock
By Craig Anderson
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday that would include federal judges in the 1978 Stock Act, requiring t...
Law Practice, Land Use
New boutique land-use law firm opens up in Los Angeles
By Douglas Saunders Sr.
“Our team is enriched with years of experience in entitling projects as well as broad practice skills which complement our com...
State Bar & Bar Associations, Discipline
Bar ready to follow many State Auditor proposals, if it gets more money
By Christer Schmidt
The Ad Hoc Commission on the Discipline System agreed with several recommendations by the State Auditor but not all.
Fresno judge aware his decisions can matter for a lifetime.
In an attempt to help the DA stop public hostility, discrimination and violence toward the community, the board will help “imp...
Law Practice, Judges and Judiciary
Retired Contra Costa County judge joins ADR Services Inc.
By Douglas Saunders Sr.
Judge Austin is known for saying, “Always behave in court as if your mother is sitting in the back row.”
Environmental & Energy, Civil Litigation
3 lawsuits challenge logging in Los Padres National Forest
By Federico Lo Giudice
A coalition of environmental, business and recreational organizations and the County of Ventura and City of Ojai filed complai...
State Bar & Bar Associations, Discipline
Bar commission to consider some State Auditor recommendations
By Christer Schmidt
Discipline costs, sanctions, expungement of disciplinary charges are being considered by the Ad Hoc Commission on the Discipli...
Judges and Judiciary
Senate OKs judge for Los Angeles; Fresno pick is questioned
By Craig Anderson
Superior Court Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett will replace U.S. District Judge Manuel L. Real, who died in 2019. Superior Court ...
Government, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Family appeals over qualified immunity for Fresno officers, ambulance crew
By Wisdom Howell
Neil Gehlawat, trial attorney at Taylor & Ring LLP, on behalf of the family of Joseph Perez, filed an appeal April 12 with...
Health Care & Hospital Law, Government
Bill to raise MICRA cap introduced with major agreement
By Jonathan Lo
If the Legislature and governor approve AB 35, introduced Wednesday, the cap on injury will increase from $250,000 to $350,000...
Legal Education, Government
Bill to rename Hastings gains momentum
By Malcolm Maclachlan
The bill would also create a means for providing pro bono legal help to tribal members and dedicate a permanent memorial to th...
Government, Criminal
Former LA utility chief sentenced to 6 years in prison
By Ricardo Pineda
U.S. District Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. described David H. Wright’s conduct as “egregious” because — while a public servant...
Real Estate/Development, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
9th Circuit revives claim Realtor association quashes competition
By Craig Anderson
The lawsuit, filed by The PLS.com LLC, claims the national association is violating federal and state antitrust laws by requir...
Judges and Judiciary, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Justice Blease,92, to complete 43 years on 3rd District
By Malcolm Maclachlan
Blease is the second justice with the court to retire in recent months. Justice William J. Murray Jr. stepped down in January....
Government, Civil Litigation
San Francisco’s opioid litigation ‘built on false assumptions,’ defense lawyer says
By Wisdom Howell
“The existence of a crisis is not the ultimate question raised here. The question is, who is responsible, and for what?” lawye...
‘Judicial conservative’ was proud of the label, from municipal court to state Supreme Court
Law Practice, Land Use
Willkie partners join with nonprofit to rejuvenate Tenderloin community center
By Douglas Saunders Sr.
“We are honored to partner with Urban Alchemy on bringing this project to fruition,” firm partner Eduardo Santacana said
Judges and Judiciary
LA Judge Holly Kendig says goodbye to ‘highest honor’
By Ricardo Pineda
“Serving as a jurist is the highest calling within the legal profession,” Kendig said after her appointment to the bench in 2003.
Government, Civil Litigation
6 LA firefighters who alleged retaliation get $6M
By Federico Lo Giudice
“The wrongful retaliatory actions we alleged toward these firefighters, who dedicated their lives to protecting the community,...
Intellectual Property, Entertainment & Sports
Jazz artist Bobby Caldwell seeks full rights to 1978 hit
By Federico Lo Giudice
“In the old days these artists were getting ripped off pretty badly,” said sole practitioner Michael R. Shapiro.
Government, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
9th Circuit will reconsider California ban on private prisons
By Craig Anderson
California will be opposed by the Biden administration, whose Justice Department filed a brief asking that the state’s petitio...
State Bar & Bar Associations
Bar Audit Committee reviews lower revenues, expenses over past 2 years
By Christer Schmidt
Operational expenses were down by $52 million in 2021, compared to 2020, but only $9 million down from 2019, according to the ...
San Bernardino County judge’s childhood informs his work.
Hochman, an attorney with Ross LLP in Los Angeles, beat out Eric P. Early for the party’s endorsement.
Real Estate/Development, Land Use, Government, Entertainment & Sports
Attorney general, Anaheim mayor urge OK of $96 million Angels Stadium housing project
By Ricardo Pineda
“The purpose of this agreement, which I support, is to bring more housing sooner, not wait around, and develop it right so wor...
Judges and Judiciary, Discipline
Orange County Superior Court Judge Michael F. Murray is accused of covering up an altered police report when he prosecuted a m...
U.S. Supreme Court, Civil Rights
Kavanaugh appears to be deciding vote in religious liberty case
By Craig Anderson
High school students will feel pressure to participate in the prayer because they might lose their starting position, even if ...