California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order to clear encampments from state-owned land and threatened local...
Insurance, Contracts, California Supreme Court
California Supreme Court addresses ‘illusory’ doctrine in new insurance decision
By Kirk A. Pasich
The California Supreme Court’s decision in John’s Grill, Inc. v. Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. addresses the...
Entertainment & Sports
The rising US-China sports rivalry sparks worries about future conflicts
By Xinying Huang
The International Olympic Committee and World Anti-Doping Agency, dominated by America and its allies, have been accused of fa...
Legal Education, Law Practice
From plaintiff to defense: Key insights gained from my Yoka Panish Fellowship
By Nathan Missaghi
The externship revealed that different legal practices share more similarities than differences. Yoka Smith’s case management ...
Technology, Judges and Judiciary
Why the Los Angeles ransomware attack raised important questions on legal privacy
By Alphonse Provinziano
The ransomware attack on Los Angeles County courts raises concerns about the potential theft of sensitive personal and financi...
Litigation & Arbitration
The rise of third party litigation funding: What you need to know
By Lisa Baker Morgan
TPLF is appealing because it is stable compared to the stock market. However, concerns include inconsistent discoverability, p...
Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Who is paying the bills?
By Shari L. Klevens, Alanna G. Clair
Attorneys must consider ethical considerations when entering into atypical compensation structures, such as accepting payment ...
Criminal, California Courts of Appeal
Court of Appeal denies relief from lifetime registration
By Dmitry Gorin, Alan Eisner
The Court of Appeal confirmed the denial of a petition for relief from registration by a sex offender, highlighting the discre...
Alternative Dispute Resolution
A championship mindset leads to winning mediations
By Joel Bertet
The winning mindset of a track sprinter and velodrome racer is similar to that of a mediator, where one must find solutions to...
Constitutional Law, California Courts of Appeal
The Anti-SLAPP statute's catchall provision - real or contrived 'public issues'
By Susan Allison
Exploring California’s anti-SLAPP statute, specifically focusing on the catchall provision in Section 425.16(e)(4), and recent...
Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Legal ethics considerations for ancillary businesses
By Joanna L. Storey Mishler
Lawyers who operate an ancillary business must be aware of the ethical implications that arise, as they are subject to profess...
International Law
'Everything which is not forbidden is allowed' mentality is US-centric
By Omer Ilter
While the Constitution does not explicitly disqualify a candidate for the U.S. presidency based on criminal charges or convict...
Litigation & Arbitration
Is arbitration under attack? Arbitration, Schmarbitration
By Christopher David Ruiz Cameron
The short answer is no: Arbitration is more prominent than ever.
The legal history of Hollywood movie-making from its early days to modern times, focusing on key technological advancements, l...
The Tax Court upheld an exclusion for settlement monies linked to exacerbating a pre-existing physical condition like PTSD. Ho...
Military Law
Veteran students can help fellow veterans while gaining real-world experience
By Eileen C. Moore
The camaraderie among mentors and mentees in Veterans Treatment Courts fosters a supportive environment, contributing to the s...
Environmental & Energy
The Advanced Clean Fleets regulation: Paving the future of zero-emission transportation
By Thierry R. Montoya
California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation is facing regulatory obstacles, including a crucial pending preemption waiver fr...
Torts/Personal Injury, California Supreme Court
State Supreme Court clarifies the negligent infliction of emotional distress doctrine
By Michael E. Rubinstein
A bystander may bring a claim for negligent infliction of emotional distress even if the bystander was not aware of the role t...
Labor/Employment
PAGA reform: California employers celebrate victory over frivolous litigation
By Stacy Fode
By Stacy Fode
Technology, Labor/Employment
Emerging legal trends in workplace AI use
By Warren F. Hodges
By Warren F. Hodges
Labor/Employment, Government
Employment claims against the government: Navigating unclear paths
By JJ Johnston
By JJ Johnston
Labor/Employment, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Critical evaluation of client cases in FEHA mediation
By Anthony Khoury
By Anthony Khoury
Labor/Employment, Alternative Dispute Resolution
'Severe or Pervasive' in sexual harassment cases: Is one incident enough?
By Angela Reddock-Wright
By Angela Reddock-Wright
U.S. Supreme Court, Labor/Employment, Administrative/Regulatory
FTC non-compete ban: Life after Loper and Chevron deference?
By Eric Akira Tate, Bonnie Lau
By Eric Akira Tate, Bonnie Lau and Maya King
U.S. Supreme Court, Labor/Employment, Alternative Dispute Resolution
State's anti-arbitration stance requires Supreme Court intervention yet again
By Philippe A. Lebel, Anthony J. Oncidi
By Anthony J. Oncidi and Philippe A. Lebel
Labor/Employment
California's long-awaited PAGA overhaul
By Laura V. Farber, Heather L. Vanderpool
By Laura V. Farber and Heather L. Vanderpool
Labor/Employment, Constitutional Law
Workplace political speech and social media: Key pitfalls for employers and employees
By Kacey R. Riccomini
By Kacey R. Riccomini
Labor/Employment, Appellate Practice
A tale of two appeals: Court clarifies FEHA fee awards and interest
By Steven M. Brunolli
By Steven M. Brunolli
Labor/Employment
Can employers demand arbitration for gender discrimination in California?
By Rebecca L. Stuart
By Rebecca L. Stuart
Labor/Employment, Civil Procedure
Confidentiality in employment dispute settlements is prohibited, impacting single-plaintiff cases
By Ben Kussman
By Ben Kussman