| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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B124552
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Brandon C., a Minor
Evidence sufficiently supports trial court's decision to grant paternal grandmother legal guardianship status over minors rather than adoption status. |
Juveniles |
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Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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H018197
|
People v. Martinez
Defendant's extensive criminal history, justifies life imprisonment sentence, and isn't considered cruel and unusual punishment under state law. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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B130254
|
Rubin v. Western Mutual Insurance Co.
Appeal of judgment confirming insurance arbitration award, when merits of plaintiff's causes of action remain unresolved, must be dismissed. |
Civil Procedure |
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Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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H016763
|
Plaza Hollister Limited Partnership v. County of San Benito
County doesn't have authority to determine property value and stipulate to reduced property taxes, unless acting as a board of equalization. |
Taxation |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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H017366
|
Deegan v. City of Mountain View
Off-duty misconduct that's related to and discredits public agency can lead to disciplinary action including termination. |
Employment Law |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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D028685
|
Baum v. Duckor Spradling & Metzger
Trustees of corporate claimants' bankruptcy estates can't assign claim for legal malpractice. |
Attorneys |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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H017739
|
Marriage of Burgard
Imposition of additional sanctions on former spouse isn't abuse of discretion by trial court when spouse files frivolous motion. |
Family Law |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
A081961
|
Williams v. City of Belvedere
Limitations period for filing administrative claim for wrongful refusal to hire begins to run when applicant is notified he won't be hired. |
Employment Law |
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Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
G021872
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People v. Lopez
Gang member who refuses to testify in presence of jury, and who claims improper privilege, may be held in contempt of court. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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S063446
|
People v. Morante
California courts can criminally prosecute defendant on in-state conspiracy charges despite fact offenses were committed out of state. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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D028685
|
Baum v. Duckor Spradling & Metzger
Trustees of corporate claimants' bankruptcy estates can't assign claim for legal malpractice. |
Attorneys |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
99-206
|
William R. McDaniel
Person holding simultaneous positions of planning commissioner and water district director warrants granting of leave to sue in quo warranto. |
Government |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
S078763
|
Gordon v. The Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Company
Order |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | ||
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S078878
|
Viad Corp. v. Superior Court (Hoobyar)
Review granted |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | ||
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S078796
|
A. O. Reed & Company Inc. v. State Board of Equalization
Order |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | ||
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S077337
|
Martin v. Etc. Et Al. Dept. of California Highway Patrol Et At.
Order |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | ||
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S058301
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Hosking v. Carrier Corporation Et Al.
Order |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | ||
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97-17489
|
Mayamex Inc. v. Martinez (In re: Martinez)
Creditor is not entitled to a default judgment on untimely complaint to except claim from discharge. |
Bankruptcy |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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98-20966
|
Walker v. Stanley
Ninth bankruptcy petition is dismissed with 180-day bar against refiling and 2-year bar on seeking discharge. |
Bankruptcy |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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B102454
|
People v. Keelen
Court has discretion to determine length of term to be tripled under three strikes law. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
D031056
|
National Parks and Conservation Association v. County of Riverside (Kaiser Steel Resources Inc.)
Landfill project can be approved it is supported by sufficient evidence that the project has no significant environmental impact. |
Environmental Law |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
D024066 and D025576
|
People v. Ellis
Period of extended commitment for mentally disordered offender doesn't include time spent as 'outpatient.' |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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C022965
|
Davenport v. Blue Cross of California
Provisional relief pending contractual arbitration is permitted only if necessary to preserve effectiveness of arbitration. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
G018098
|
Chandis Securities Co. v. City of Dana Point
City council's approval of development plans does not invalidate electorate's subsequent rejection of referendums. |
Government |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
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E015369
|
Marriage of Purnel
California courts can order Native American to pay child support and attorney fees in dissolution action. |
Family Law |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
B091546
|
Fireman's Fund Insurance Co. v. Wilshire Film Ventures Inc.
Insurer is entitled to equitable subrogation from third party which breached contract with insured. |
Insurance |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
A073565
|
People v. Rodriguez
Defendant excluded from California Rehabilitation Center for medical reasons is entitled to worktime credits. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
C022987
|
Hardin Oldsmobile v. New Motor Vehicle Board (American Honda Motor Co., Inc.)
New Motor Vehicle Board lacks jurisdiction over civil action by auto dealer against manufacturer. |
Administrative Agencies |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
E016804
|
People v. Pastrano
Absent speculation, defendant offers no evidence of actual interest conflict between four 'associated' defense attorneys. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 | |
|
H015266
|
Miguel O., a Minor
Ongoing police investigation into family's drug activities justifies denying mother's request to place children with aunt. |
Juveniles |
|
Jun. 24, 1999 |
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