| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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95-16474
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Chase Manhattan Bank N.A. v. City & County of San Francisco
No jurisdiction over action claiming reassessment of property transferred to pension plan is barred by ERISA. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
95-17123
|
Entertainment Research Group Inc. v. Genesis Creative Group Inc.
Costume immediately identifiable as embodiment of underlying cartoon character isn't entitled to derivative work copyright protection. |
Intellectual Property |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
S055275
|
People v. Hendrix
Court has discretion to order consecutive sentences when multiple convictions are based on single act. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
S052569
|
Akins v. The State of California
Order |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
|
96-70595 and 96-70649
|
Providence Alaska Medical Center v. NLRB
Hospital charge nurse isn't 'supervisor' for purposes of voting in union representation election. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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95-50609
|
U.S. v. Hay
48-day recess in trial to accommodate juror vacations requires reversal without showing of actual prejudice. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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95-70931
|
Blaylock Electric v. NLRB
Showing that anti-union animus motivated decision not to hire justifies prosecution for unfair labor practice. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
96-15387
|
Rodrigues v. Herman
Transfer of assets to benefit plan by trustee who didn't segregate constitutes 'recovery' subject to penalty. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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96-55517
|
Bankruptcy of Lawson
Subordination of deed of trust on debtor's property by parent supports inference debtor retained benefit in property. |
Bankruptcy |
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Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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93-56344
|
Saratoga Fishing Co. v. Marco Seattle Inc.
Order |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
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94-16384
|
McCarthy v. Providential Corp.
Trial court order compelling arbitration and dismissing action is not final, appealable decision. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
94-56296
|
Ledo Financial Corp. v. Summers
Suit on unwritten loan agreement against receiver, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, isn't barred by 'D'Oench' doctrine. |
Banking |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
95-16781
|
Bankruptcy of Robert L. Helms Construction and Development Co. Inc.
Order |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
|
96-16299
|
Barnes v. Logan
Arbitrator's award of punitive damages when personal injury not involved is supported by case law. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
96-36150
|
Rendish v. City of Tacoma
Order |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
|
94-390
|
U.S. v. Navarro
Dismissal is warranted when court lacks jurisdiction because prosecutor isn't authorized to represent United States. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
S062850
|
Marriage of Lehman
Spouse's community property interest in retirement benefits extends to enhanced level of benefits created after divorce. |
Family Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
S058027
|
People v. Mendoza
Jury may consider voluntary intoxication in connection with charges based on aiding and abetting theory. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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94-16234
|
City of Carmel-by-the-Sea v. U.S. Dept. of Transportation
Material change from draft to final environmental impact documents requires update on reasonable alternatives. |
Environmental Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
95-35335
|
Alaska Airlines Inc. v. Oregon Bureau of Labor
ERISA doesn't pre-empt employer's sick leave compensation system using prepayment from general funds and benefits reimbursement. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
|
S061492
|
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 595 v. Superior Court ( Aubry)
Deletion of line item appropriation constitutes 'formal action' within the meaning of the Government Code. |
Government |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
A073793
|
Anderson v. Deloitte & Touche
No summary judgment when issue regarding extent of accountants' liability for negligent misrepresentation remains. |
Corporations |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
B106165
|
Rosen v. Nations Title Insurance Co.
Title insurer doesn't breach policy by not defending suit if title defect occurs after escrow closes. |
Insurance |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
S010334
|
People v. Scott
Death penalty upheld for defendant who raped victim and set her on fire, resulting in death. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
S044788
|
1111 Prospect Partners, L.P. v. Superior Court (Security Bank of Kansas City)
Order |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | ||
|
96-0336
|
Morongo Band of Mission Indians v. Stach
Eleventh Amendment bars court from exercising jurisdiction over Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. |
Workers' Compensation |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
96-1637
|
Camp v. Pacific Financial Group
ERISA pre-empts state law claims alleging wrongful inducement when damages result from mismanagement. |
Employment Law |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
96-6345
|
Chevron U.S.A. Production Co. Inc. v. O'Leary
Energy Secretary has power to modify interim deadlines under National Defense Authorization Act. |
Administrative Agencies |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
96-1507
|
Ostrach v. Regents of the University of California
Individuals are liable for damages under ADA retaliation provision, but no liability for disability discrimination. |
Employment Law |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
96-0171
|
C.R. of Rialto Inc. v. City of Rialto
Ordinances preventing adult oriented business from locating within city limits are unconstitutional. |
Real Property |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 |
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