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People v. Mounsaveng
Court's application of incorrect burden of proof to duress defense is harmless error when there is reasonable, legal alternative to violating law.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 23, 2002
Moore v. State Board of Control
Crime victim's request for restitution is untimely despite police's failure to advise victim of eligibility.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 23, 2002
City of Benicia v. Remy
Order
Oct. 22, 2002
In re Johnson
Order
Oct. 22, 2002
People v. Chavez
Defendant convicted of aiding and abetting robberies is not entitled to introduce evidence of battered women's syndrome.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 22, 2002
Konop v. Hawaiian Airlines Inc.
Court overturns grant of summary judgment in case where airline company management accesses pilot's Website under false pretenses.
Civil Procedure Oct. 22, 2002
Jackson v. Superior Court (People)
Order
Oct. 21, 2002
Rucker v. Potter
Order
Oct. 21, 2002
Foster v. Florida
Order
Oct. 21, 2002
Central Delt Water Agency v. United States
Amended opinion
Oct. 21, 2002
In re Stanford
Order
Oct. 21, 2002
Stewart v. McCoy
Order
Oct. 21, 2002
In re Morrall
Oct. 21, 2002
McDonald v. Means
Amended opinion
Oct. 18, 2002
People v. Wright
Order
Oct. 17, 2002
Marriage of Lockhart
Order
Oct. 17, 2002
Ringgold v. Balgley
Order
Oct. 17, 2002
People v. Bowin
Order
Oct. 17, 2002
Ford Motor Co. v. McCauley
Order
Oct. 16, 2002
Gentry v. Roe
Defense counsel's perfunctory closing argument constituted ineffective assistance of counsel.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 16, 2002
Fajardo v. INS
Limitation period of 180 days for filing motions to reopen absentia deportation proceedings based on 'exceptional circumstances' is tolled.
Immigration Oct. 16, 2002
Smith v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Replacement costs for smelting machines and floors do not qualify for deductions as ordinary and necessary business expenses.
Taxation Oct. 16, 2002
McDonald v. Means
Tribal court has jurisdiction to hear lawsuit alleging negligence of non-Indian caused injury on tribal road.
Native American Affairs Oct. 16, 2002
Miller v. Marriott International Inc.
Notice of appeal filed after judgment is announced is not effective until court determines subsequent Rule 60(b) motion.
Civil Procedure Oct. 16, 2002
Omohundro v. United States
District court had authority to consider taxpayer's timely request for credit for overpayment.
Taxation Oct. 16, 2002
U.S. v. Culps
Sentence is vacated where estimated drug transaction size and time period are not supported by sufficient and reliable evidence.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 16, 2002
Watson v. County of Riverside
Plaintiff who obtains preliminary injunction even though underlying case becomes moot is prevailing party entitled to attorney fees.
Civil Rights Oct. 16, 2002
Casas-Chavez v. INS
Specificity requirement is satisfied despite alien's failure to file brief as long as sufficient notice is conveyed to Board of Immigration Appeals.
Immigration Oct. 16, 2002
Chaset v. Fleer/Skybox International LP
Purchasers of trading cards do not suffer an injury under Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act when they do not receive insert card.
Torts Oct. 16, 2002
Abele v. Modern Financial Plans Services Inc. (In re Cohen)
Transfer of proceeds is voidable where finance company is initial transferee of cashier's check.
Bankruptcy Oct. 16, 2002