| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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S097308
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Advanced Bionics Corp. v. Medtronic Inc.
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Mar. 6, 2003 | ||
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00-56159
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Thrifty Oil Co. v. Bank of America National Trust and Savings Assn.
Termination damages under interest rate swap agreement may be collected from debtor who filed for bankruptcy. |
Bankruptcy |
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Mar. 6, 2003 | |
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D039196
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People v. Samples
People's appeal seeking reversal of grant of probation is prohibited by Penal Code Section 1238(d). |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Mar. 6, 2003 | |
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01-17040
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Miles v. California
Amended opinion |
|
Mar. 4, 2003 | ||
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01-8639
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Coulter v. Illinois
Order |
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Mar. 3, 2003 | ||
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02-782
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Warden Walls v. Henderson
Order |
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Mar. 3, 2003 | ||
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02-322
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Dept. of Justice v. Chicago, IL.
Order |
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Mar. 3, 2003 | ||
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02-50000
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U.S. v. Cervantes- Valencia
After entering plea agreement, sentencing court improperly credited defendant for time served in state prison. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Mar. 2, 2003 | |
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00-56431
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Gill v. Stern (In re Stern)
Order |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | ||
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G030609
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In re Joshua R.
Alleged father who waited more than three years to inquire about child is not entitled to paternity testing. |
Family Law |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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G030585
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Jacob S., a Minor
Parent failed to show termination of rights would substantially interfere with sibling relationships. |
Juveniles |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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B163270
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Butler v. Superior Court (Terry)
Trial court abused discretion by reopening case despite directions of appellate court. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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G028611
|
Crow Irvine #2 v. Winthrop California Investors Limited Partnership
'Good faith' measure designated in partnership agreement is to be viewed subjectively. |
Corporations |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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E031143
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J.C., a Minor
Riverside court improperly rejected transfer of dependency action from another county under California Rule of Court 1426(a). |
Family Law |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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H023698
|
Cucuzza v. City of Santa Clara
City's alleged conduct under Fair Employment and Housing Act did not amount to 'continuing violation.' |
Employment Law |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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B151584
|
People v. Chambers
Sentence enhancement was proper where trial court impliedly found true use of firearm in commission of crime. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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G030673
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DVI Inc. v. Superior Court (Papworth)
Defendant did not have 'minimum contacts' to subject it to state's jurisdiction. |
Civil Procedure |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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C032873
|
People v. Galambos
Physician's recommendation is required to assert Proposition 215's immunity defense for possession or cultivation of medicinal marijuana. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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B150973
|
Smith v. L.A. County Board of Supervisors
Home visit may be implemented as condition for eligibility for state's welfare-to-work program. |
Constitutional Law |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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A098186
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Flynt v. California Gambling Control Commission
Compacts between state and Indian tribes to conduct gaming activities are lawful. |
Native American Affairs |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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A093437
|
Tran v. Farmers Group Inc.
Attorney-in-fact owes insured limited fiduciary duty under power of attorney. |
Insurance |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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C038739
|
Estate of McAdams
Attorney may not collect fees associated with defending the trustee's mismanagement of trust account. |
Probate and Trusts |
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Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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C039417
|
People v. Miller Brewing Co.
Beer manufacturer may give cash rebates on purchase of beer when consumers purchase non-alcoholic products. |
Administrative Agencies |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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C038663
|
Platzer v. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
Agreement releasing ski-lift operator from ordinary negligence is enforceable. |
Torts |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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E030299
|
El Dorado Palm Springs, Ltd. v. Riverside County Board of Supervisors
Tax Assessor is required to reappraise property after there has been reduction in tax assessment due to decline in value. |
Taxation |
|
Feb. 28, 2003 | |
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D039937
|
Megan S., a Minor
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|
Feb. 28, 2003 | ||
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D038685
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San Diego Police Officers' Association v. City of San Diego Civil Service Commission
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Feb. 28, 2003 | ||
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C040322
|
In re Morrall
Governor's decision to reverse parole recommendation for convicted murderer had basis in fact. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Feb. 25, 2003 | |
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S112591
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Kremen v. Cohen
Order |
|
Feb. 25, 2003 | ||
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B150951
|
Harrahill v. City of Monrovia
City ordinance prohibiting off-campus juvenile activity during school hours is not pre-empted by state education law. |
Government |
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Feb. 24, 2003 |
