The constitutional debate over the sale of prescriber-specific data for commercial use.

Should a sentence for manslaughter only reflect the crime, or should it consider the defendant's compassionate character?

Contrary to popular opinion, a strong case can be made that Arnold Schwarzenegger was a remarkably successful governor.

The U.S. Supreme Court makes it more difficult for plaintiffs to sue their local governments. By Erwin Chemerinsky of UC Irvin...

The rent control war ends in the U.S. Supreme Court, but adversaries continue to squabble. ...

What happens when your client's beneficiary designation is inconsistent with the terms of the divorce decree?

From the legislature, to the governor, and then the ballot - opposition greets rent control at every stage.

David R. Henderson's "The Joy of Freedom: An Economist's Odyssey" shows us the enormous harm done by government intrusion.

A play-by-play of the first battle waged in California's 20-year rent control war.

It's time for the bench and the bar to start paying attention to the topic of prejudgment interest. ...

The ripple effect of court decisions extends far and beyond the individuals involved in the case. ...

Parties to multiple contracts should carefully review the terms and check for consistency.

A recent conference focuses on finding a harmonious balance in the practice of law. ...

Stephen Rohde writes in response to "The Founders Did Not Seek to Abolish Religion." ...

There is a historical basis for preserving the phrase "one Nation under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance. By California Deputy...

The continued failure to punish prosecutors for misconduct is a reflection of society's ignorance. By Konrad Moore of the Kern...

How to account for party expectations when dealing with spousal support payments.

The prolonging of the discriminatory "don't ask, don't tell" policy is unnecessary. By Erwin Chemerinsky of UCI School of Law....

California's limit on non-economic damages creates an incentive for doctors to discontinue care. ...

A judge's re-election in the face of partisan challenge results in debate over campaign tactics and ethics.

A lawyers' association with chapters around the nation aims to restore civility and professionalism to the practice of law.

The election of Jerry Brown as governor likely will bring about laws that are less friendly to employers. By D. Gregory Valenz...

A largely unnoticed decision permanently alters the landscape for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. By Jeffrey D. Dint...

The termination of child care funding leaves families with an impossible choice that is now in the hands of the legislature, a...

Why lawyers should check their litigious mantles at the "meet and confer" door and don cloaks of mediation in e-discovery matt...

What should the plaintiffs' bar do in the law and motion arena to regain ground in the fight for employee rights?

How do you estimate the value of a case?

No one is immune to the influence of an intoxicating agent. ...

A recent state appellate decision addresses issues arising from insurance bad faith litigation. ...