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John C. Eastman's attorney argues that disbarment would deprive him of his ability to earn a living, even though he committed no crime and was only fulfilling his professional duty to his client.

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John C. Eastman's attorney, Randall A. Miller, argues that Eastman's handling of legal issues after the November 2020 election was based on reliable legal precedent and scholarly material, and that he was fulfilling his duty as a lawyer to be a zealous advocate for his client. However, this defense is met with skepticism by other legal professionals, who argue that Eastman's conduct went beyond the normal duties of a lawyer and violated ethical responsibilities. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377872-eastman-appeal-chances-slight-ethics-attorneys-say

The employment attorney mentioned in the article believes that the proposed bill AB 2751 could lead to a significant increase in workplace litigation and may influence start-ups to establish outside of California.

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The article mentions concerns from an employment attorney who warns that the proposed bill AB 2751, which aims to establish a 'right to disconnect' for employees in California, could potentially lead to a surge in workplace litigation. Additionally, the attorney suggests that this bill might push start-ups to consider setting up their operations out of state to avoid the implications of such legislation. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377884-assembly-member-wants-to-legislate-right-to-disconnect

The Judicial Conference of the United States' new policy to discourage judge shopping is mandatory for all courts to follow.

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The new policy by the Judicial Conference of the United States aimed at discouraging judge shopping by litigants is advisory, not mandatory. This was clarified following a decision by the Northern District of Texas to reject the recommendation, indicating that courts are not obliged to adhere to this policy. The Northern District of Texas has been under scrutiny for judge shopping practices, and this decision leaves few other plausible pathways to address the issue. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377882-texas-judges-reject-us-courts-anti-judge-shopping-guidelines

The appellate court ruling in California only affects new housing developments and does not impact existing residential areas.

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The recent appellate court ruling in California upholds a state law that overrides local density limits on small apartment buildings, which can affect both new housing developments and existing residential areas. This ruling is part of a broader effort by California lawmakers and courts to centralize control over housing decisions, aiming to facilitate the development of low-income housing and streamline the process by reducing local government interference. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377899-california-lawmakers-and-courts-tighten-state-control-over-local-housing-decisions

The bill proposed by Attorney General Rob Bonta and Assemblywoman Buffy Wicks includes provisions for the state to penalize local governments that fail to approve new housing for low-income residents.

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The bill introduced by Attorney General Rob Bonta and Assemblywoman Buffy Wicks contains measures that would allow the state to impose penalties on local governments that obstruct the development of low-income housing. This is part of a concerted effort by California lawmakers to exert more control over local housing decisions and ensure that affordable housing projects are not hindered by local opposition. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377899-california-lawmakers-and-courts-tighten-state-control-over-local-housing-decisions

The $1.8 billion verdict against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) will lead to a complete overhaul of the real estate commission structure, effectively reducing the overall cost of buying a home.

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While the verdict against the NAR for antitrust violations has prompted changes in the real estate industry, it does not necessarily lead to a complete overhaul of the commission structure or a reduction in the overall cost of buying a home. The settlement includes practice changes that decouple the buyer's commission payment from the sale of a home listed on NAR-affiliated multiple listing services. However, agents may still pursue commissions through bilateral contracts, which means the traditional commission structure could still be in place, albeit with some modifications. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377840-changes-are-coming-but-real-estate-commissions-may-stay-the-same

The California Supreme Court has already approved the proposed changes recommended by the California Civility Task Force to address misgendering in the state's courts.

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The article mentions that the proposed changes are still pending before the California Supreme Court, with no indication of when they would be decided upon. Therefore, the statement is false as the changes have not yet been approved by the court. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377926-misgendering-still-happening-in-california-courts

Kanye West's Donda Academy has been accused of fostering a hostile work environment and discriminating against Black employees.

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The lawsuit filed against Kanye West, his apparel company Yeezy LLC, and his school, Donda Academy, alleges a hostile work environment where discrimination against Black employees occurred. It also includes claims of hateful rhetoric about the LGBTQ community and Jews, and threats to lock students in cages. The lawsuit seeks damages and an injunction to prevent West from owning and operating schools for children in California. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377910-kanye-west-accused-of-discrimination-hateful-rhetoric

The lawsuit against Kanye West is seeking to impose financial penalties without any further legal actions.

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The lawsuit against Kanye West, Yeezy LLC, and Donda Academy is not only seeking damages but also an injunction to prevent West from owning and operating schools for children in California. This indicates that the legal action is not limited to financial penalties but also aims to restrict West's involvement in educational institutions. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377910-kanye-west-accused-of-discrimination-hateful-rhetoric

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The District Attorneys of Alameda and Sacramento counties are suing the state of California for failing to comply with a judgment related to environmental management.

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The District Attorneys of Alameda and Sacramento counties have filed a lawsuit against the state of California. The lawsuit claims that the state's Department of General Services failed to comply with a judgment won a decade ago, which pertains to environmental management and the handling of underground storage tanks. This legal action indicates an effort to hold the state accountable for its environmental responsibilities. https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/377907-das-sue-state-over-contamination-at-3rd-district-court

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