Judges and Judiciary
Oct. 4, 2012
Saving the soul of public justice
California's civil justice system is closer to gridlock than many realize. By Michael L. Stern of the Los Angeles County Superior Court
Michael L. Stern
Judge (ret.)
Harvard Law, Boalt Hall
Judge Stern worked at the CRLA Santa Maria office from 1972 to 1975. He is chair of the Los Angeles County Superior Court Historical Committee.
A well-ordered democratic society requires an open court system administering civil justice. When access to civil courts is curtailed, the social fabric that binds us together wears thin.
California's civil justice system is closer to gridlock than many realize. During the past several years, significant budget cuts have forced courthouses all over the state to close, many court personnel have been laid off, court reporting has been virtually eliminated and essential services hav...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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