From protecting Indigenous children to establishing the groundbreaking Feather Alert system, California Assemblymember James R...

The rising threat to freedom of the press, fueled by self-censorship, SLAPP lawsuits, and meritless defamation claims, is exem...

California's Judicial Council will receive a presentation on a model policy for the judicial use of generative AI, marking a ...

When settling a lawsuit, it's crucial to consider the tax implications of the IRS Form 1099 issued, as it can affect your repo...

The California State Bar has rolled out changes to how attorneys and banks must handle trust accounts, with new reporting requ...

A potential Constitutional crisis in the United States could arise from actions taken by President Trump, including controllin...

Trust mediators must prepare for a future where AI's analytical power could reshape negotiation strategies--while potentially ...

Trade secrets face new risks from AI, remote work, and global supply chains. Litigation counsel can help update protections, m...

With billions in wildfire damage and the 2028 Olympics looming, LA's construction industry faces a high-stakes race against ...

When ocean-borne cargo is damaged or lost during transit without insurance, the liability for the loss depends on the terms s...

Arbitration, once a widely debated method for resolving legal disputes, is evolving with new federal and state reforms, incl...

The Eaton Fire has devastated Altadena, challenging how to value property in a historically Black community with deep cultural...

Lincoln's words, from his inaugural address to his reflections on jury service, remain timeless guides for justice, leadership...

Empathy requires courage--by sharing our vulnerabilities, we foster understanding, build trust, and create space for resolutio...

In just three weeks, the Trump administration has engaged in an unprecedented disregard for the law, violating constitutional...

In health care negligence cases, the "standard of care" is rarely disputed in mediation. Expert testimony usually aligns, so t...

Young attorneys should focus on time management and prioritize tasks, aiming for good rather than perfect results to maintain ...

The so-called endangered snail darter, used to block the Tellico Dam in the 1970s under the Endangered Species Act, was never ...

A voter ID requirement in California is unlikely to come from the legislature but could be decided by voters through a ballot ...

Lawyers are among the professions most vulnerable to alcoholism and mental health issues, with one in five lawyers having an a...

A primer on contract formation disputes for litigators and transactional lawyers.

U.S. District Judge Clay D. Land dismissed the National Ranger Memorial Foundation's lawsuit, stating that Congress has the au...

The tension between state emergency powers and local coastal protections leaves cities struggling to determine which rebuildin...