Rebuilding LA:
The Daily Journal’s fire coverage portal
Judicial Profile
Judge Abigail Baron brings compassion, precision to misdemeanor court
MCLE
Tax triage for LA fire victims
Navigating the tax implications of insurance proceeds aft...
By Alex Z. Brown, Robert W. WoodWhose dollar, whose dream? Navigating third-party payor ethics
When representing a client while accepting payment from a...
By Andrew Browning, Farah KhaledSimultaneous § 998 offers: Divergent bright line rules
Code of Civil Procedure § 998 offers aim to encourage set...
By Gary A. Watt
Today's News
LA Fires, Civil Litigation
Firefighter statements will be crucial in Palisades Fire lawsuits, attorneys say
By Antoine Abou-Diwan
Lawsuits stemming from the Pacific Palisades Fire claim the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's decision to drain the Santa Ynez Reservoir left firef...
Civil Litigation
Irvine attorney uses new FTC regulations to sue TikTok-er for fake reviews
By Devon Belcher
Irvine attorney James R. Stout sues TikTok creator "LaurenSays5" for review-bombing under new FTC rules against fake reviews, claiming coordinated attacks du...
Tax, Government
San Francisco wins tentative demurrer in alcohol tax lawsuit
By James Twomey
A judge kept alive British beverage company Diageo's claim that San Francisco's tax on alcohol - in addition to the state tax - is preempted but otherwise di...
Securities
Plaintiffs renew class certification bid in Robinhood 'meme stock' lawsuit
By Wisdom Howell
Plaintiffs in a lawsuit against Robinhood LLC have renewed their motion for class certification, alleging the trading platform misled users about its relianc...
Family, Criminal, Civil Litigation
LA Courts suspend debt collection until March because of fires
By James Twomey
The debt collection pause is retroactive from Jan. 9 and ends March 8.
Environmental & Energy
California faces wave of climate litigation over emission rules
By Malcolm Maclachlan
California's withdrawal of a contested emissions waiver for clean truck rules highlights a strategic retreat to navigate ongoing legal challenges. Experts an...
Columns
Unpacking the essentials of insurance, highlighting its critical role in mitigating risks and financial uncertainty amid the i...
Florida's recent insurance reforms, including limits on contingency fees, changes to comparative fault, and restrictions on la...
Xiaohongshu is not a safe sanctuary for TikTok refugees
By Xinying Huang
President Donald Trump's TikTok proposal seeks to ease U.S.-China tensions, restore confidence, and foster innovation, while a...
Verdicts & Settlements
| Sexual Abuse | Lara T.; Bethany P.; Ebony ... | $25,000,000 |
| Copyright Infringement | Dish Network LLC v. Jadoo T... | $24,969,911 |
| Auto v. Truck | Lethesia Guzman, et al. v.... | $17,220,807 |
| Wage and Hour | Damon Coffey and Brandie Lu... | $9,970,000 |
| Excessive Force | A.J.P. and A.M.P., minors b... | $4,750,000 |
| Contamination | The People of the State of ... | $3,500,000 |
| Malpractice | Ricky Lopez, Jr. v. Lewis S... | $2,200,000 |
| Premises Liability | Jane Doe v. Roe Property | $2,000,000 |
| Wage and Hour | Abigail Johnson, individual... | $1,200,000 |
| Wage and Hour | Kirsten Corbett, individual... | $1,100,000 |
On the Move
Foundation Law Group LLP
Natasha S. Fedder joined Foundation Law Group LLP as a partner in Los Angeles. The move was Jan. 21, 2025.
Details
Foundation Law Group LLP has 20 attorneys in Burbank. Among the law firm’s key practice areas are Corporate Litigation Digital Media, Technology and Entertainment Employment Law. The firm’s website is https://foundationlaw.com/
Featured Content
Eight key factors that make early mediation a valuable tool in civil cases
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Alternative Dispute Resolution
Community News
OCBA CEO and executive director Dennis Slaughter, OCBA president Mei Tsang of Umberg/Zipser, and Superior Court Judge Michelle E. Bell
OCBA board of director Christy G. Lea of Knobbe Martens and president Mei Tsang of Umberg/Zipser
"Franklin G. West Award" honoree Superior Court Judge (Ret.) Gail A. Andler and OCBA committee member Daniel S. Robinson of Robinson Calcagnie, Inc.
OCBA past presidents Todd G. Friedland of Ferguson Braswell Fraser Kubasta PC, Nikki P. Miliband of Good Wildman and Joel S. Miliband of Brown Rudnick LLP
OCBA board of directors William C. O'Neill of Ross Wolcott Teinert & Prout LLP and Ryan S. Dean of Umberg/Zipser
Superior Court Judge Olga Giller and Superior Court Judge Randy K. Ladisky
Superior Court Commissioner Randall S. Bethune, Superior Court Judge Benjamin A. Azar and Superior Court Judge Cynthia M. Herrera
Superior Court Judge Cynthia M. Herrera, 4th District Court of Appeals Justice Thomas A. Delaney, and Randi E. Pinckes of Outwater & Pinckes LLP
4th District Court of Appeals Justice Joanne Motoike and Superior Court Judge Brian A. Waite
Mei Tsang of Umberg/Zipser was sworn in as OCBA president, along with the 2025 board of directors.
Attorney Profiles
Robert W. Wood
Robert W. Wood provides tax advice and handles tax controversies nationwide. He also serves as an expert witness on tax issues in civil cases. He is best known for advising plaintiffs, de...
Estate Planning and Probate Directory
A comprehensive directory of estate planning and probate attorneys throughout California.
Daily Appellate Report
Immigration
Villagomez v. McHenry
Nevada felony battery resulting in substantial bodily harm is categorically a crime of violence for the purposes of removal.
Employment Law
Associated General Contractors v. Dept. of Industrial Relations
California Apprenticeship Council's amendments ensuring that apprentices would not be used as cheap labor were within its rulemaking authority and consistent with governing laws.
Family Law
Navarro v. Cervera
Domestic violence restraining order petitioner seeking to renew restraining order had a reasonable fear of future abuse where her former partner had attempted a murder-suicide and violate...
Constitutional Law
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice v. Mayes
Defense attorneys' facial challenge to Arizona's Victim Contact Limit failed when it only contested a particular application of the statute, which would not be substantially disproportion...