The Role of Precedent in Shaping California’s Legal Outcomes In the intricate web of the legal system, the doctrine of legal precedent, also known as stare decisis, plays a pivotal role in guiding judicial decision-making and ensuring consistency and predictability in law. Legal precedent refers to the principle whereby courts are bound to follow the … Continued
How to Effectively Research and Apply Case Law in Trials When it comes to trial work, understanding and leveraging past judicial decisions enhances the credibility of legal arguments and guides the strategic direction of trial preparations. This article offers tips on research techniques and practical advice for applying these findings in the courtroom. We’ll also … Continued
Comparative Legal Studies: California vs. Other States In the varied landscape of United States law, each state crafts its legal framework under the dual sovereignty granted by the federal system. This results in a mosaic of laws that, while unified under the Constitution, often diverge significantly in interpretation and application from one state to another. … Continued
Case Law Updates: What’s New in California’s Legal Scene? Norman v. Ross, No. B316971 (Cal. App. 5th Apr. 23, 2024) Plaintiff Hayley Marie Norman filed a complaint alleging that her idea for a television series was used without her permission to create a sitcom by Tracee Ellis Ross and other defendants. The defendants include Kenya … Continued
Are Your Business Clients Ready for the End of ‘Drip Pricing’ in California Starting July 1 By: David Muellenhoff As of July 1, 2024, it will be unlawful for California businesses to advertise prices to consumers that do not include all mandatory fees or charges, exclusive of government-imposed taxes or fees such as shipping costs. … Continued
California Workplace Injury Claims: 10 Conditions for Workers’ Compensation It’s a scenario that’s simple in theory and familiar to many (“Have you been injured at work?”), but workers’ compensation claims are often the furthest thing from employees’ and employers’ minds – until they happen. California workers’ compensation cases can be complex, with many caveats, exceptions … Continued
Your Client’s Nonprofit Corporation Wants to Change Its Bylaws. What Now? It’s probably not your favorite procedural chore, but it’s among the most mission-critical for California business lawyers. The process of amending a nonprofit corporation’s bylaws is commonplace but complex, fraught with potential pitfalls and intricacies. And because the California Corporations Code is deliberately flexible … Continued
Strengthening Your Legal Arguments Through Effective Case Law Case law, also known as judicial precedent or judge-made law, comprises the body of law formed through judicial decisions by courts. Unlike statutory law, which is enacted by legislative bodies, case law evolves through the outcomes of individual cases, where courts interpret legislation, set legal standards, and … Continued
2023 California Supreme Court Decisions Every Lawyer Should Know In 2023, the California Supreme Court issued several pivotal decisions impacting the state’s legal landscape. From examining legislative changes affecting gang-related murder charges to scrutinizing employee rights in the gig economy, the court’s rulings have far-reaching implications. In this post, we’ll cover a few highlights. Pico … Continued
Navigating Case Law for New Trial Lawyers: Where to Start Case law research is the backbone of legal practice for lawyers across the spectrum of their careers. It involves the meticulous study of judicial decisions to understand how courts have interpreted laws and applied them to various factual scenarios. For new trial lawyers, mastering case … Continued