| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-16600
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U.S. v. Gorman
Where initial traffic stop violates Fourth Amendment, subsequent stop arranged by initial officer via telephone is causally related to the first and its fruits must be suppressed. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 12, 2017 | |
|
B272275
|
People v. Sperling
Masseur who sexually victimized 'special needs' victim fails to challenge eight-year sentence; 'fortunate' not to receive maximum 10-year term of imprisonment. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 11, 2017 | |
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D071461
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People v. Superior Court (Walker)
Order granting defendant's motion to transfer case from adult court to juvenile court is improper retroactive application of Proposition 57. |
Juveniles |
|
Jun. 11, 2017 | |
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16-1212
|
Melson v. Dunn
Order |
|
Jun. 11, 2017 | ||
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14-50093
|
People v. Ubaldo
Defendant fails to overturn conviction for illegally importing weapons into the U.S. by arguing that the relevant substantive statutes did not apply extraterritorially. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 11, 2017 | |
|
C082275
|
In re Snyder
State Dept. of Hospitals improperly 'undesignated' psychologist's SVP evaluation report and failed to follow dictates of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 6601, warranting remand. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 11, 2017 | |
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D071094
|
Brenner v. Universal Health Services of Rancho Springs Inc.
Summary adjudication of statutory retaliation claim in favor of doctor and hospital upheld where wife lacked standing to assert action regarding late husband's care. |
Torts |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
|
D071323
|
Ogunsalu v. Superior Court (California Commission on Teacher Credentialing)
Vexatious litigant prefiling requirements apply to self-represented litigant, previously declared a vexatious litigant, who was 'appealing' adverse administrative proceeding ruling via writ petition. |
Civil Procedure |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
|
A146632
|
In re David B.
Appeal from dismissal of juvenile dependency petition dismissed as moot because appellant is now over age 18. |
Dependency |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
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D070797
|
Casiopea Bovet LLC v. Chiang
Assignee lacks capacity to file claim over escheated property state held in judgment debtor's behalf where judgment debtor's powers had been suspended. |
Taxation |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
|
S151362
|
In re Bell
Habeas petition denied in case involving alleged misconduct by holdout juror who allegedly solicited her husband's advice during penalty deliberations. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
|
B267280
|
People v. Campbell
Prosecutor's reference to defendant's post-Miranda silence is fair response to defendant's trial testimony that he fully cooperated with police. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
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15-10203
|
U.S. v. Simon
Section 2X1.1 of Sentencing Guidelines properly applied to determine relevant sentencing enhancements for conspiracy to commit robbery under Hobbs Act. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
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14-70452
|
Ramirez-Contreras v. Sessions
California conviction for fleeing from police officer not categorical crime involving moral turpitude that would render petitioner statutorily ineligible for cancellation of removal. |
Immigration |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
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12-17718
|
Haeger v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.
Order |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | ||
|
S224853
|
Augustus v. ABM Security Services Inc.
Security guards succeed in reinstating favorable trial court judgment, finding their employer liable for requiring on-duty rest periods in violation of labor laws. |
Labor Law |
|
Jun. 8, 2017 | |
|
B271184
|
People v. Fortin
'Abel Assessment for Sexual Interest' test properly excluded in child molestation trial for want of acceptance by scientific community. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
B270940
|
People v. Ruffin
Invalid 'Faretta' waiver results in reversal of assault-related convictions. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
C079171
|
People v. Moore
Criminal laboratory analysis testing fee constitutes fine or penalty subject to penalty assessments under Penal Code Section 1464 and Government Code Section 17600. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
15-71330
|
Seaview Trading LLC v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Disregarded entities may constitute pass-thru partners such that small partnership exception does not apply making partnership subject to audit procedures under TEFRA. |
Taxation |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
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15-15551
|
Birch Ventures LLC v. United States
Investor in tax-shelter scheme unsuccessful in challenging consents to extend statute of limitations for tax assessment on grounds of third-party's alleged conflict of interest. |
Taxation |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
G054169
|
Jesse S., a Minor
Young man denied reentry into juvenile court jurisdiction and foster care system where adoptive parents continue to receive support from California's Adoption Assistance Program. |
Juveniles |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
H042795
|
People v. Nguyen
Evidence of child pornography properly suppressed where search of defendant's residence exceeds scope of warrant and probable cause lacking. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
D070477
|
People v. Woods
Sentencing court erred in departing from parties' plea agreement by terminating probation based on improper calculation of defendant's custody credits. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 7, 2017 | |
|
A147236
|
Mahan v. Charles W. Chan Insurance Agency Inc.
Elderly couple may maintain their financial elder abuse and related claims against insurance advisors that allegedly took advantage of their cognitive issues. |
Elder Abuse |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 | |
|
H041400
|
DiCarlo v. County of Monterey
County and Sheriffs Association's longevity performance stipend does not constitute 'special compensation' that must be reported to CalPERS or used to calculate retirement benefits. |
Employment Law |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 | |
|
C081545
|
In re A.K.
Father unsuccessful in challenging juvenile court's termination of his parental rights based on relative placement preference. |
Dependency |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 | |
|
A149087
|
IAR Systems Software Inc. v. Superior Court (Shehayed)
Trial court errs in finding law firm representing crime victim is part of prosecution team for purposes of 'Brady' disclosure requirements. |
Evidence |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 | |
|
15-30345
|
U.S. v. Hankins
Defendant may not discharge restitution judgment based on private settlement with victim; court, meanwhile, has authority to redirect restitution payments to Crime Victims Fund. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 | |
|
14-36090
|
Raynor v. United of Omaha Life Insurance Co.
Order |
|
Jun. 6, 2017 |
