DNA analysis company announces hiring of Mark Daniels, a 25-year in-house veteran. ...
Environmental
9th Circuit backs EPA approval of company's wood burning plan
By Logan Noblin
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals approved an exception to an important environmental regulation Friday in a decision that...
A federal class action alleges organizations misled the public on the youth contact sport's risks. ...
About 600 industry jobs were added in July, with national figures holding flat from July to August. ...
Corporate
Seeking simpler shakeups, activist target small-cap companies
By Banks Albachn
But it is emblematic of a development in the activist landscape, legal experts say, that's been deepening in recent years. ...
State Bar & Bar Associations
Assembly continues aggressive oversight of State Bar
By Lyle Moran
The chamber's Judiciary Committee sent a letter with probing questions Thursday to the bar's leader. ...
Personal Injury & Torts
Rouda Feder Tietjen & McGuinn wins $24 million personal injury settlement
By Phil Johnson
After reporting an erratic vehicle, the driver became a threat himself, the plaintiff's attorney said. ...
A roundup of the state's latest moves.
A roundup of recent transactions and the California lawyers involved.
OC Commissioner Barry Michaelson's penchant for education guides his approach to handling cases.
Sacramento County Judge Laurie Earl runs her courtroom with a firm but gentle hand.
California Supreme Court
State Bar to turn to high court after lawmakers don't approve dues bill
By Lyle Moran
The chief justice's objection to reform proposals played a key role in no funding bill being passed. ...
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Retired judge gets litigants talking in mediation
By L.J. Williamson
As a mediator, Richard Stone sees his primary tasks as understanding what clients need — the nuances and psychological aspects...
A Los Angeles Superior Court jury awarded a woman $15.6 million after finding that she lost her life savings due to a dubious ...
State Bar & Bar Associations
Women Lawyers Association to honor trailblazers Sept. 8
By America Hernandez
Stacy R. Horth-Neubert is the incoming president of the Los Angeles bar group. ...
In the closing days of thelegislative session, state lawmakers sent Gov. Jerry Brown several bills affecting everything from c...
Administrative/Regulatory
Glendale attorney settles fraud case with SEC
By Joshua Seboldn
Jilbert Tahmazian reached a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday resolving charges that he assisted...
Education
UC Irvine has its largest freshman class, new degree and faculty
By Meghann M. Cuniff
The school announced the record enrollment Thursday while also touting the hiring of four additional full-time faculty and the...
Government
Compromise bills placing new arbitration limits head to governor
By Malcolm Maclachlan
The state Legislature has sent Gov. Jerry Brown a trio of Senate bills placing new limits on arbitration. ...
California Courts of Appeal
DNA database records cases could be headed to state high court
By Kevin Lee
Two juveniles who obtained sentencing relief under Prop. 47 cannot expunge their DNA records from state databases, a state app...
Judges and Judiciary
With creation of 'Retain Persky' website, recall effort sees ongoing battle
By Phil Johnson
A website supporting Persky and judicial independence seeks campaign contributions. ...
State Bar & Bar Associations
State Legislature does not pass State Bar bill
By Lyle Moran
The bar will turn to the state Supreme Court for authority to charge lawyers in 2017. ...
Judges and Judiciary
Judicial candidate challenges Alameda County voter registrar's ruling
By Joshua Seboldn
Alameda County judicial candidate Scott Jackson is challenging the Registrar of Voters after the agency removed a party endors...
Government
Bill requiring counsel for juveniles passes state Legislature
By L.J. Williamson
A bill to require that juveniles consult with counsel prior to a custodial interrogation and before waiving any specified righ...
Rob S. Schmitt was named general counsel of the San Francisco-based press release and regulatory disclosure distribution compa...
Executive Vice President and General Counsel loanDepot.com LLC (Foothill Ranch) ...
Litigation
Settlement limiting future ADA suits against city gets final approval
By America Hernandez
A settlement barring sidewalk upgrade lawsuits for the next 30 years against the city of Los Angeles under the Americans with ...
A $10 million settlement between Mercedes-Benz U.S.A. LLC and a class of van drivers who sued the auto giant over faulty air c...
California Supreme Court
Supreme Court makes State Bar board, court appointments
By Lyle Moran
Attorneys Alan K. Steinbrecher and Mark A. Broughton were appointed to the bar's board. ...
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
SEC lawsuit against water company executives revived by 9th Circuit
By Logan Noblin
The SEC's claim that the former CEO and CFO of a water treatment company defrauded investors by reporting millions of dollars ...