International Engine Parts, Inc. v. Feddersen and Company: Defining Actual Injury in Accountant Malpractice under California’s Statute of Limitations Introduction International Engine Parts, Inc., et...
Sentencing Enhancements Under Penal Code Section 667(a)(1): The People v. Romero Wiley Introduction The People v. Romero Wiley is a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of California that addresses...
Substantial Evidence Standard in CEQA Mandamus Actions: Western States Petroleum Association v. Superior Court of Los Angeles County Introduction Western States Petroleum Association v. Superior...
Clarifying Materiality in Prosecution’s Duty to Disclose: Aligning California Law with Federal Standards Introduction The case of In re Harry M. Sassounian on Habeas Corpus (9 Cal.4th 535)...
Mens Rea in Corporate Securities Offenses: Comprehensive Analysis of People v. Simon Introduction People v. John Martin Simon is a landmark case decided by the Supreme Court of California on January...
Prohibition of General Denials in Returns to Habeas Corpus Petitions: In re Roy Clifford Duvall Introduction The case of The People v. Roy Clifford Duvall (In re Roy Clifford Duvall on Habeas Corpus,...
Reinstating Separate Convictions for Multiple Lewd Acts and Sentencing Waiver Requirements – Scott v. The People Introduction Case: The People, Plaintiff and Respondent, v. Clifford Albert Scott,...
Establishing the 'Immediate Presence' Standard and Harmless Error Analysis in Robbery Convictions: Commentary on Harris v. The People Introduction In The People v. William Gonzales Harris, the...
Clarifying Duty of Care under California Penal Code Section 368(a): Supreme Court of California's Ruling in The People v. Susan Valerie Heitzman Introduction The People v. Susan Valerie Heitzman (9...
Affirmation of Aiding and Abetting Liability and Admissibility of Gang-Related Evidence in California: People v. Olguin Introduction In the case of The People, Plaintiff and Respondent, v. Cesar...
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. v. Intel Corporation: Establishing the Rational Relationship Standard for Judicial Review of Arbitrators' Remedies Introduction The Supreme Court of California, in...
Discharging a Firearm at an Inhabited Dwelling: A New Precedent in Felony-Murder Doctrine Introduction In the landmark case of The People v. Michael Hansen (9 Cal.4th 300, 1994), the Supreme Court of...
Attorney's Duty of Loyalty Overrules Duty to Advise in Conflict Cases – Flatt v. Superior Court Introduction In GAIL F. FLATT et al. v. THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SONOMA COUNTY, Respondent; WILLIAM...
Exemption of Small Business Stock Gains from Preference Income Tax: Lennane v. Franchise Tax Board Introduction Lennane v. Franchise Tax Board is a pivotal decision by the Supreme Court of California...
People v. Souza: Flight as a Key Factor in Establishing Reasonable Suspicion under the Totality of Circumstances 1. Introduction People v. Souza is a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of...
Clarifying Bifurcation of Prior Convictions: People v. Calderon Sets New Guidelines Introduction People v. Calvin Calderon (9 Cal.4th 69) is a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of California...
Comprehensive Commentary on People v. Crittenden: Establishing Standards for Death Penalty Juror Selection and Torture-Murder Special Circumstances Introduction People v. Crittenden (9 Cal.4th 83,...
Clarification on Kidnapping with Intent to Rape under California Penal Code Section 208(d) Introduction The case of The People v. Jessie Rayford (9 Cal.4th 1) adjudicated by the Supreme Court of...
California Supreme Court Rules Workers' Compensation Insurers Have No Duty to Defend Civil Wrongful Termination Claims Introduction In the landmark case of La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, Inc. v....
Retroactive Application of Temporarily Enhanced Penalties: In re PEDRO T. Introduction In the landmark case In re PEDRO T., decided by the Supreme Court of California on December 12, 1994, the court...