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LGS Architects Inc. v. Concordia Homes of Nevada
Architect was entitled to injunction to enjoin developer from certain potential infringing conduct despite developer's representation that alleged conduct had ceased.
Intellectual Property Apr. 7, 2006
Monterroso v. Moran
Court acted in excess of jurisdiction when it failed to make detailed findings before entering mutual restraining order between husband and wife.
Family Law Apr. 7, 2006
Contract Management Inc. v. Rumsfeld
Small Business Administration is charged with carrying out policies of Small Business Act and issuing regulations it deems necessary.
Administrative Agencies Apr. 7, 2006
Lin v. Gonzales
Without objective support of adverse credibility finding based on documentary evidence, immigration judge's suspicions do not constitute substantial evidence.
Immigration Apr. 7, 2006
Qwest Corp. v. City of Surprise
Claim of telecommunications provider operating under grant of territorial franchise is mooted by amendment of ordinance exempting provider from franchising and licensing requirements.
Civil Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Christie v. City of El Centro
Accused's right to fair trial was compromised when presiding judge consulted previously disqualified judge in same case.
Civil Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Kristine M. v. David P.
Public policy prohibits waiving child's right to support where parents agreed to terminate father's parental rights and child support obligations.
Family Law Apr. 7, 2006
Strebel v. Brenlar Investments Inc.
Fiduciary is liable for loss of appreciation damages when concealment of material fact results in sale of real property to third party.
Real Property Apr. 7, 2006
In re Tate
Defendant's nonviolent in-prison conviction is eligible for sentence term credits where it is separate from his violent out-of-prison conviction.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Placer County Local Agency Formation Commission v. Nevada County Local Agency Formation Commission
Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 gives 'principal county' jurisdiction over service reviews of multicounty districts.
Government Apr. 7, 2006
Markham v. United States
Federal court did not have jurisdiction over party's claim against Dept. of Labor dealing with administrative, not constitutional issue.
Employment Law Apr. 7, 2006
County of Orange v. Ranger Insurance Co.
Court did not abuse discretion by delaying bail bond forfeiture in reliance upon defense counsel representations made after speaking with client's sister.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
ARP Pharmacy Services Inc. v. Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
Reporting requirement imposed on drug claims processors in pharmaceutical industry violated their free speech rights.
Constitutional Law Apr. 7, 2006
Biosense Webster Inc. v. Superior Court (Dowell)
Temporary restraining order is void where it prevents filing of action in any federal forum.
Civil Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Carson Gardens v. City of Carson Mobilehome Park Rental Review Board
Trial court erred in setting rent increase despite local board's refusal to follow order mandating consideration of debt service costs.
Administrative Agencies Apr. 7, 2006
Torres v. Torres
Valid power of attorney was created despite principal placing 'X' instead of her initials next to line in statutory form conferring powers.
Probate and Trusts Apr. 7, 2006
Souza v. Westlands Water District
Water district's alleged violation of its own regulation did not give landowner right to escape otherwise valid assessment.
Government Apr. 7, 2006
Renteria v. Juvenile Justice, Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Court's denial of plaintiff's petition to file late government tort claim is not proper where attorney reasonably relied on office calendaring error.
Government Apr. 7, 2006
U.S. v. Guerrero-Velasquez
For purposes of sentencing guidelines, court must consider charging allegations when determining whether prior conviction under 'Alford' plea is crime of violence.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Raine v. City of Burbank
City had no duty to accomodate disabled employee by making temporary accommodation permanent where to do so would require creating new position.
Employment Law Apr. 7, 2006
People v. Harco National Insurance Co.
Because insufficient evidence supports finding of sufficient excuse for defendant's failure to appear, trial court erred in forfeiting bail at later date.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Endres v. Moran
Defendants are not awarded attorney fees where only conspiracy claim was stricken pursuant to their special motion to strike.
Civil Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
People v. Smith
In murder case, defendant's statements incriminating codefendant were spontaneous statements under hearsay exception, and did not violate confrontation rights.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
1231 Euclid Homeowners Association v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Co.
After insured voluntarily withdrew damage claim, insurer was no longer required to act.
Insurance Apr. 7, 2006
Kelly v. Stamps.com Inc.
Summary judgment in favor of employer was improper when pregnant ex-employee presented triable issues concerning reasons for termination.
Employment Law Apr. 7, 2006
People v. Jablonski
Trial court did not err when it denied defendant's motion for mistrial based on psychiatrist's testimony that defendant was serial killer.
Criminal Law and Procedure Apr. 7, 2006
Burkle v. Burkle
Family Code section allowing divorcing spouse to seal pleadings that list identifying financial information violates First Amendment.
Family Law Apr. 7, 2006
Utility Consumers' Action Network Inc. v. AT&T Broadband of Southern Cal. Inc.
Liquidated damage provision for late fee in consumer service contract was not void simply because it was not individually negotiated with consumers.
Contracts Apr. 7, 2006
San Bernardino Associated Governments v. Superior Court (Sierra Club)
County board of supervisors' placing of sales tax measure on ballot to fund transportation is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act.
Government Apr. 7, 2006
Bell v. Farmers Insurance Exchange
Judgment awarding employees prejudgment interest based on 10 percent interest rate was proper for breach of contract damages.
Employment Law Apr. 7, 2006