| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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94-56296
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Ledo Financial Corp. v. Summers
Suit on unwritten loan agreement against receiver, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, isn't barred by 'D'Oench' doctrine. |
Banking |
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Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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95-16781
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Bankruptcy of Robert L. Helms Construction and Development Co. Inc.
Order |
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Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
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96-16299
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Barnes v. Logan
Arbitrator's award of punitive damages when personal injury not involved is supported by case law. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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96-36150
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Rendish v. City of Tacoma
Order |
|
Jun. 21, 1999 | ||
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94-390
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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 | |
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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 | |
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S058027
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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
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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 | |
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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 |
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Jun. 21, 1999 | |
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S061492
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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 | |
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A073793
|
Anderson v. Deloitte & Touche
No summary judgment when issue regarding extent of accountants' liability for negligent misrepresentation remains. |
Corporations |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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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 |
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Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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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 | |
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S044788
|
1111 Prospect Partners, L.P. v. Superior Court (Security Bank of Kansas City)
Order |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | ||
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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 | |
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96-1637
|
Camp v. Pacific Financial Group
ERISA pre-empts state law claims alleging wrongful inducement when damages result from mismanagement. |
Employment Law |
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Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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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E018229
|
People v. Akins
Imposing two separate sentence enhancements for two separate robberies involving different victims is proper. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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C020731
|
People v. Robinson
Denial of defendant's motion to represent himself is reviewable after plea of no contest. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B102884
|
Liebovich v. Shahrokhkhany
Code of Civil Procedure doesn't authorize service of notice to pay rent or quit by mail. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
|
B091294 and B092813
|
De Guere v. Universal City Studios Inc.
Plaintiff's right to fair trial is deprived by improper delegation of judicial power to referee. |
Contracts |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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D021735
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Gonzales v. Personal Storage Inc.
Storage facility is liable for emotional distress caused by its conversion of tenant's belongings. |
Torts |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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D025434
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Bradley v. Medical Board of California
Doctor's action against medical board is time-barred and other defendants are entitled to immunity. |
Civil Rights |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B095547
|
Mallard Creek Industries Inc. v. Morgan
Statute preventing infringement actions when trademark lawfully used before registration doesn't apply to license agreement use. |
Intellectual Property |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B105406
|
People v. Duarte
Trial court must advise defendant of consequences of admission to prior theft-related convictions. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B102354
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People v. Thomas
In multiple count life sentence case, minimum term is calculated separately for each count. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B089803
|
S. Kornreich & Sons Inc. v. Genesis Insurance Co.
Insurer can deny coverage for newly acquired property which is similar to original, covered property. |
Insurance |
|
Jun. 20, 1999 | |
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B099392
|
Tyler v. WCAB
Workers' compensation judge can direct further medical examination to resolve doubts on industrial causation. |
Workers' Compensation |
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Jun. 20, 1999 |
