Senate voted 52-45 to confirm Jones Day partner Eric Tung to 9th Circuit. Tung clerked for Justices Scalia and Gorsuch and served as DOJ Bristow Fellow. Democrats opposed him, citing prior remarks on same-sex marriage. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/388415

Investors sued Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, fintech entrepreneur Joseph Sanberg and Baker Hostetler over alleged fraudulent carbon-offset scheme to evade NBA salary cap. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/388437

SF Public Defender's office has turned away 470 cases since May over lawyer shortage. Assistant Chief Attorney says they must decline cases to protect Sixth Amendment rights. DA's office calls it a management issue, not an emergency. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/388406

CA Supreme Court upholds H&S §1439.51(a)(5), ruling it regulates discriminatory conduct—not protected speech—when staff repeatedly refuse a resident’s preferred name/pronouns from bias. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/levN50Xo8bJ #CaliforniaLaw #LGBTQSeniorRights #ConstitutionalLaw

This Veterans Day, the Daily Journal honors attorneys who served. Our Nov. 11 Salute to Veterans issue shares how military service continues to guide their legal work and advocacy. Subscribe to the Daily Journal today. dailyjournal.com/dj_subscript...

Disney's alleged booking ban on the Village People was enough to proceed under California’s anti-SLAPP law. The Court of Appeal reversed the trial court’s denial, citing public issue implications. More [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/50PZ50Xnwtv #AntiSLAPP #VillagePeople

With California entering the gerrymandering arena, redistricting is once again at the heart of political imbalance. This article lays out what’s happening nationwide — and why it matters for democracy. Read on: https://ow.ly/9sZn50Xnj76 #Gerrymandering #Redistricting #ElectionLaw #VotingPower

Conviction reversed where prosecution failed to show an unavailable witness was truly unreachable. Parental hesitation ≠ legal unavailability. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/apCy50XmSqe #CaliforniaLaw #ChildWitnessTestimony #CriminalLaw

CA court issues writ reversing pretrial diversion under PC §1001.36. Defendant had history of treatment noncompliance and violence; court found no evidence he’d follow through with care in the community. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/QkYj50Xme9h #CaliforniaCriminalLaw

From the backlots of Spielberg’s films to the heart of Riverside probate court, Judge Magdalena Cohen brings a no-nonsense, deeply human approach to the bench. Her authority? Not coercive — persuasive. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/MW7550XmBTy #CARECourt #CaliforniaLaw

CA court reverses resentencing after defense counsel delayed for 18 months but failed to file a memo or advocate meaningfully. Ineffective assistance found under Strickland v. Washington. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/85e650Xme4f #IneffectiveAssistance #CaliforniaCriminalLaw

Out Nov. 5 — the Daily Journal’s Top Boutiques issue. Discover which California boutique firms are leading the way in legal excellence this year. Subscribe today to access the full issue: dailyjournal.com/dj_subscript...

A call to Dan Rather. A courtroom shaped by structure and care. Judge Steven Ipson isn’t just presiding—he’s connecting the dots between trauma, justice, and accountability. Read his full profile [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/WyBO50Xl8Lh #CaliforniaCourts #JuvenileJustice

The court reversed and remanded a sentence after finding a firearm enhancement improperly applied following the removal of a gang enhancement. Under People v. Codinha, unauthorized sentences may be corrected at any time. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/cXzQ50Xl8ok #CaliforniaLaw

Court affirms denial of § 1172.6 relief. Aiding/abetting the underlying felony—not necessarily the killing—satisfies PC 189(e), per precedent from Dickey. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/Ibhs50Xk45k #FelonyMurder #CriminalLaw #CaliforniaLaw

A recent decision holds that claims for defamation, emotional distress, and false light are “personal injury” under California’s CCP § 425.11 — meaning a Statement of Damages must be served separately before entering default. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/YJyI50XjV8J #TortClaims

“Develop from the negatives.” That small sign in Judge Syna N. Dennis’s chambers says everything about her courtroom—where compassion and accountability frame every decision. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/nz3W50XjQN5

LA landlords sued over waste franchise fees, calling them illegal taxes under Props 218 & 26. Class certification denied—affirmed on appeal—due to varied individual refund issues. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/w2KM50XiIUt #CaliforniaTaxLaw #ClassCertification #FranchiseFees

A California court reaffirmed: contracts made without proper government authority are void. A law firm couldn’t recover fees from a county after representing its sheriff without board approval. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/ZlGU50XhQuk #CaliforniaLaw #PublicContracts #LegalFees

Court of Appeal: Erroneously granted objections under #CCP2317 don't trigger the “deemed prejudicial” rule of 231.7(j). Statutory protections focus on improper juror removals, not inclusions. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/hzM650XhfUw

After removal to federal court, all federal claims were dismissed by stipulation, leaving only a state-law claim. Under Royal Canin and 28 U.S.C. § 1447(c), the district court lost jurisdiction and was required to remand, not dismiss. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/ALVb50XgCpj

Victor Avila’s courtroom looks different—because he made it that way. Lawyers and self-represented litigants sit together, and fairness guides the day. From homicide trials to housing disputes, his path reflects quiet endurance. Hear what drives his discipline: https://ow.ly/yApB50XgpAM

Can ethical plaintiff lawyers help restore trust in CA courts? Perspectives from ATRA’s Lauren Sheets Jarrell, Prof. David Levine, & Kabateck LLP. Read more: https://www.dailyjournal.com/columns #LegalEthics #CivilJustice #CaliforniaLaw

The Ninth Circuit stayed a TRO blocking Trump’s 2025 federalization of Oregon’s Guard. Court emphasized deference to presidential judgment under § 12406 and rejected the ultra vires claim. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/MXAG50XfWKX #NationalGuard #NinthCircuit #SeparationOfPowers

A California employer’s arbitration agreement compelled the worker to arbitrate her claims, but left employer claims for court. The court held the resulting lack of mutuality was substantively unconscionable and refused to compel arbitration [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/8Tzt50XfLzA

Judge Cowan helped shape long-cause probate — now he's back, bringing rigor, clarity, and respect for those who can't speak for themselves [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/TJlR50XfLfH #ProbateLaw #LawAndJustice #LegalProfession

California’s AI laws are influencing statehouses in places like NY and TX are adapting similar frameworks on safety, transparency, and consumer protections. With no federal rules in place, California’s approach is shaping how others act. Read more: https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/388129

CA Court of Appeal declares attorney a vexatious litigant after 11 pro se appeals/writs in 5 years—9 ended adversely. Court says even defensive appeals count under CCP § 391. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/AM5550XeqYF

On October 22, the Daily Journal releases its Top 40 Under 40 issue, celebrating the most accomplished and innovative young attorneys in California. Subscribe to the Daily Journal today for full access to this special feature: dailyjournal.com/dj_subscript...

CA Court of Appeal affirms dismissal of claims over renaming Hastings College. Held: the State can’t contract away sovereign powers like naming or governance of public institutions. No bill of attainder or taking. https://ow.ly/GcMA50XcOhZ [subscription required] #CaliforniaEducation #ContractClause

Felony trials. Multiple defendants. Gang cases. Judge Olmedo keeps it steady, focused—and human. "Every case is human," she says. Read how personal experience shaped a no-nonsense judge who never forgets who’s in the room. Subscription required: https://ow.ly/OESX50XcBXC #LACriminalCourts #FairTrial

Defense objected to strikes against jurors under 25. Held: Youth isn’t a cognizable class under Batson/Wheeler or §231.7, and “immaturity” is a race-neutral reason. Conviction affirmed. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/q08o50Xc5yX #CriminalLaw #JurySelection

Federal exemption not barred by earlier state exemption denials. Ninth Circuit finds no claim preclusion where facts differ under § 522(b). Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/FzHO50XbnFE #NinthCircuit #ClaimPreclusion #LegalUpdates

Gov. Newsom will fill a CA Supreme Court vacancy after Justice Jenkins' resignation. With 2028 ambitions in play, top candidates include Justices Gonzalo Martinez, Jose Castillo, Tracie Brown, and Lamar Baker. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/387987

Court affirms: Recall under #PC117275 applies only if the current judgment includes a #PC6675b prison prior. Serving time for in-prison offenses alone doesn’t qualify. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/KSz650Xa41A#PC117275#PC6675b #CaliforniaCriminalLaw #SentencingEnhancements

LA judge blasts Yasiel Puig’s lawyer for citing fake, AI-generated cases in court, says he’ll refer him to the State Bar. Rebuke comes as the judge weighs an anti-SLAPP motion in Puig’s defamation suit over documentary’s “gambling charges” claim. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/387962

The 9th Circuit (en banc) declines jurisdiction over interlocutory appeals of anti‑SLAPP denials. In Thakore v. Melone / American Pizza Manufacturing, it held such orders fail the collateral order doctrine (not separate from merits, not effectively unreviewable). https://ow.ly/t6rZ50X9Yuv

Fairness over flash. In Judge Navarro’s Riverside courtroom, it’s not about headlines — it’s about integrity, consistency, and second chances. His work in Veterans Court shows what thoughtful justice can look like. Read the profile [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/mN3N50X9huX #VeteransCourt

LA jury awards nearly $1B to family in J&J talc case. J&J denies talc contains asbestos, plans appeal. Plaintiffs' attys say it's largest verdict ever against J&J in talc mesothelioma case. Read more: https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/387927

Arbitration policy lacked a clear delegation clause—court says that’s not enough. Arbitration of some wage-and-hour claims denied. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/7hk250X8e7g #CaliforniaLaborLaw #PAGA #WageAndHour #ArbitrationAgreements #AAAEmploymentRules

Case-mill firms backed by hedge funds and ad dollars are testing the limits of plaintiff practice. This Perspective looks at what’s at stake. Read more: https://ow.ly/v8Yb50X818E #LegalEthics #PlaintiffLaw #AccessToJustice

She left screen time for court time—and Judge Elizabeth Bradley didn’t look back. Now on the LA Superior Court, her courtroom is a study in fairness, preparedness and never wasting a juror’s time. Lawyers say: be ready, be civil and bring your A-game. Read her profile here: https://ow.ly/P3Tp50X7U2H

Court upholds peremptory challenge to juror of color based on timidity, finding it valid under #CCP2317 when confirmed by trial court. No race-based motive found. Read the opinion [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/4zV150X7oxg#CCP2317

Consumer Attorneys of California are calling for an investigation into Downtown LA Law after a report alleged the firm may have paid former foster youth to file false sexual abuse claims. Read more: https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/387894

Late arbitration fee payment triggered forfeiture & $11K award under CCP §1281.98. Reversed on appeal after Hohenshelt: strict deadlines can’t override federal law when delay stems from excusable neglect. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/YA1I50X6uCx #CaliforniaLaw #LegalUpdate

Judge Harmon, who oversaw Tesla’s first Autopilot wrongful death trial, now handles probate in Riverside, embracing its emotional depth and people-first approach. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/tQFi50X6iMq #ProbateLaw #JudicialInsight #RiversideSuperiorCourt

Court affirms bond forfeiture: a general “return on all future dates” order isn’t enough. Forfeiture was proper only after Gonzalez missed a readiness conference he was specifically ordered to attend. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/9Pxi50X5Txk #CaliforniaCriminalLaw

California’s federal courts remain open during the shutdown, but reserve funds only cover operations until Oct. 17. Chief Judge Dolly M. Gee warned jurors may go unpaid if the standoff drags on. Read more: https://dailyjournal.com/articles/387846

CA appellate court affirms demurrer: Labor Code § 512.1 doesn’t clearly apply to charter cities like SF. Statutory ambiguity + legislative history = no meal/rest break claims here. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/3Cnv50X5kOY #CaliforniaLaw #EmploymentLaw #LegalNews #CharterCities

Homeowner wins summary judgment in a sidewalk injury case. City of Thousand Oaks tried to oppose—but trial court refused to hear it. Court of Appeal says that was error, but affirms anyway. Read more [subscription required]: https://ow.ly/fFci50X4H7o #LegalUpdate #SummaryJudgment #CaliforniaLaw