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State Bar & Bar Associations


A terrible idea

Sep. 17, 2024

The California State Bar plans to conduct an experimental bar exam in November 2024, offering up to 40 extra points on the act...


In two separate cases, the Court of Appeal ruled that Uber and Lyft do not owe a duty to protect their drivers from violent at...


California's Invasion of Privacy Act has been interpreted by some courts to apply to various internet technologies, including ...


California law protects a defendant who settles in "good faith" from claims for partial indemnity by other tortfeasors. This p...


Civil Litigation


The expedited jury trial (EJT) is a fast, cost-effective way to resolve legal disputes. Trials last 1-2 days, with quick jury ...


The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in an 8-1 decision that a federal law prohibiting individuals subject to domestic violence rest...


In family law, minor's counsel represents the child's best interests in custody disputes. Contrary to misconceptions, they d...


International Law, Family


Enforcing foreign support orders in California is complex due to diverse laws. While the Recognition Act, adopted by most stat...


Insurance, Health Care & Hospital Law


California has seen a significant decrease in maternity units in hospitals over the past 10 years, with 46 hospitals closing t...



Many legal professionals continue to struggle with appropriate conduct during remote court appearances, including dressing ina...


SB 343 provides much-needed change to the Family Code to include more income sources in child support calculations, mandates t...


The status of federal geofence searches, which use latitude and longitude coordinates to draw an imaginary boundary around a c...


The field of intellectual property faces challenges with AI, as it presents issues with trademark, privacy, and copyright la...


Chevron Corporation is moving its headquarters from California to Texas, citing California's environmental regulations as the ...



Judges and Judiciary


Short

Sep. 3, 2024

In August, when both minds and readers are on vacation, I reflect on the art of brevity in writing and ponder the wisdom of ag...


The state's deep history with aerospace and defense, venture capital culture, and government support will ensure that Califo...


The global space industry is booming, with emerging activities like private space stations, asteroid mining, and human spacefl...


Supply chain security is crucial for all government contracts, but it holds particular significance in the space industry due...


The space industry is experiencing a transformation, driven by private investment and new business models. However, space comp...


Companies in the commercial space sector should monitor Department of Defense, Space Force, and National Aeronautics and Spa...


Elon Musk's announcement that SpaceX is relocating its headquarters from California to Texas has raised concerns about its wor...


The Federal Aviation Administration has started finalizing regulations for commercial space launches after a long period of he...


Torts/Personal Injury


In recent years, increased awareness of TBI's impact on athletes and servicemembers has spurred accelerated research into its ...


Criminal, Torts/Personal Injury


As cases of school abuse, including sexual harassment and grooming become more prevalent--with alarming statistics revealing ...


Alternative Dispute Resolution


Actuarial case valuation is presented as an effective method for facilitating settlements in mediation by incorporating both p...


LA's neglected sidewalk maintenance is drawing criticism for shifting blame to pedestrians and property owners. The result? Ha...


Alternative Dispute Resolution


A mediation brief is vital for attorneys to present their best case. Briefs should be clear, concise, and compelling, addressi...


The Sysco/Burford saga reveals significant differences in court views on third-party litigation funding and its impact on medi...