Valiant examples of courage can be found in the most unusual of places. ...
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Arbitration, No Longer a Clear Cut Choice
By A. Marco Turk
The current state of arbitration leaves its participants to contemplate just where and when unintended results will occur. ...
Civil Litigation, Appellate Practice
Have You Filed Your Appeal on Time?
By Alana H. Rotter
If a court order is stamped "filed" but no one sees it, is it really filed? ...
U.S. Supreme Court, Constitutional Law, Books
The Legacy of Justice William J. Brennan, Jr.
By Stephen F. Rohde
Why Justice William J. Brennan, Jr. is considered the most influential justice of the 20th century. ...
A review of the state Supreme Court's multiple approaches to interpreting insurance policies in environmental disputes. ...
Challenging a fee award just got a little trickier.
Legally Speaking: Antonin Scalia
Health Care & Hospital Law, Appellate Practice
Circuit Split on Free Speech And Drug Prescription Data
By Jonathan M. Rotter , Alana H. Rotter
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?
Government, Environmental & Energy
The Legacy of Arnold Schwarzenegger
By Richard M. Frank
Contrary to popular opinion, a strong case can be made that Arnold Schwarzenegger was a remarkably successful governor.
U.S. Supreme Court, Government, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
A New Obstacle to Civil Rights Relief
By Erwin Chemerinsky
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. ...
Family
Does a Spouse’s Waiver of Interest Trump the Beneficiary Designation?
By Mitchell A. Jacobs , Navid Moshtael
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.
The Great Rent Control War
By Myron Moskovitz
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. ...
Alternative Dispute Resolution
An Agreement to Arbitrate:When Multiple Parties Are Involved
By A. Marco Turk
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." ...
U.S. Supreme Court, Constitutional Law
The Founders Did Not Seek to Abolish Religion
By Kris Whitten
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...
Family
Modification of Spousal Support:Taking Party Expectations Into Account
By Mitchell A. Jacobs , Navid Moshtael
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....
Health Care & Hospital Law
Withdrawal of Life Support and Medical Malpractice: The Unethical Dilemma
By Bruce G. Fagel
California's limit on non-economic damages creates an incentive for doctors to discontinue care. ...
Judges and Judiciary
The Fight Against Politicized Courts:A Look Back at November's Election
By J. Anthony Kline
A judge's re-election in the face of partisan challenge results in debate over campaign tactics and ethics.
Law Practice
The American Inns of Court: Keeping the Legal Profession on Track
By James P. Gray
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...