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Inland Oversight Com. v. City of Ontario
Nonprofit organization's untimely filed appeal under Section 36633 of the Streets and Highways Code requires dismissal for lack of jurisdiction.
Civil Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
J.M. v. Huntington Beach Union High School District
High school football player who suffered double concussion cannot sue school district in court after he neglected to timely file a government claim.
Government Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Riley
Insufficient evidence casino's CFO was employed by casino on two of the alleged dates requires reversal of commercial bribery convictions as to those counts.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
Tellez v. Rich Voss Trucking Inc.
Denial of class certification overturned where court did not offer explanation and record did not indicate court's thinking.
Civil Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Armogeda
Courts must apply excess custody credits to adjusted sentences for eligible reclassified felony convictions under Proposition 47.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Isom
Even where reimbursement policy allows retail store to recover losses caused by defendant's scheme of returning discounted items for full refunds, defendant still may be guilty of burglary.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Lopez
Repetitive and strange romantic pursuits represent credible threat to support stalking conviction, though communications lacked any 'overt threats.'
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 2, 2015
In re Penrod
A debtor who prevails in a contract dispute on the basis of federal bankruptcy law may recover reasonable attorney's fees under California Civil Code Section 1717.
Bankruptcy Oct. 2, 2015
In the Matter of: Blendheim
Bankruptcy Code permits Chapter 20 debtors to permanently void a lien upon completion of Chapter 13 plan, irrespective of their eligibility to obtain discharge.
Bankruptcy Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Corpening
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Superior Court (Morales)
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. White
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Dehoyos
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Williams
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Bates
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
California Insurance Guarantee Assoc. v. W.C.A.B. (Care West and Risk Management)
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
People v. Johnson
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
Lancaster (Marcus) on H.C.
Order
Oct. 2, 2015
Shiffer v. CBS Corp.
Worker's mere presence in room where asbestos-containing products were being installed was insufficient to hold products manufacturer liable for his developing mesothelioma.
Torts Oct. 2, 2015
Negron v. Los Angeles County Civ. Serv. Comm.
'Negron' does not preclude Sheriff's Department from disciplining member for violating state laws while said member was on relieved-of-duty status.
Employment Law Oct. 1, 2015
Danser v. CalPERS
Superior court judge convicted of felony is unsuccessful in challenging denial of his retirement benefits forfeited under Government Code Section 75526.
Judges Oct. 1, 2015
People v. Toussain
Classification as a high risk sex offender remains controlling and requires parole supervision even where the individual reoffends and is released from prison after a new offense.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 1, 2015
In re Marriage of Walker
Proceeds from sale of community property home should be distributed equally; spouse not entitled to greater share because of her chapter 7 bankruptcy discharge.
Bankruptcy Oct. 1, 2015
In re Malik J.
Electronic search clauses in juvenile probation orders are unconstitutionally overbroad where they impinge on constitutional rights of the offender and third parties.
Juveniles Oct. 1, 2015
O'Bannon v. NCAA
NCAA may permit schools to provide up to the cost of attendance to student-athletes but is not required to allow $5,000 yearly payment.
Antitrust Oct. 1, 2015
In re Liam L.
Noncustodial parent's failure to file Section 388 petition is harmless and evidence supports finding that placement with him would not be detrimental to minors.
Juveniles Oct. 1, 2015
People v. Martinez
Where sentence is imposed but suspended as part of probation, trial court may not alter sentence when probation is revoked.
Criminal Law and Procedure Oct. 1, 2015
In re R.G.
Juvenile court errs in denying nonminor dependent extended foster care support payments based on misunderstanding of relevant statute.
Juveniles Oct. 1, 2015
Marquez v. Dept. of Health Care Services
Notice and hearing not required whenever state agencies changes a Medi-Cal beneficiary's 'other health coverage' code.
Health Care Oct. 1, 2015
Conservatorship of Christopher B.
'Murphy conservatorship' cannot be imposed when there is insufficient evidence of a pending indictment in underlying criminal proceedings.
Criminal Law and Procedure Sep. 30, 2015