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$19 Million In Punitive Damages Reduced To $350,000.

October 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Plaintiff served in the U.S. Marines and is entitled to medical care at Veterans Administration hospitals at no cost. He was involved in an accident in 1997 and was paralyzed from the waist down and relies on a wheelchair. In 2008, he was involved in a wheelchair accident and suffered a broken leg, but had numerous […]

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Judicial Reference Provision In Dispute Resolution Agreement Upheld.

October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment

In a commercial real estate transaction, the parties each signed a personal continuing guarantee in favor of the lender, and the guaranty agreements contained a provision authorizing dispute resolution through judicial reference. The trial court granted plaintiff’s motion for appointment of a referee, and defendant’s sought extraordinary relief through a writ petition. They argued the reference […]

Filed Under: Appellate Law News, Arbitration Law News, Legal News, Real Estate Law News

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October 6, 2013 by admin Leave a Comment

(1950) and grandsons: Brian Larka (2007) and Ryan Craig (2009) and great grandson Aaron Harbard (2003) Lorraine will be forever remembered for her community minded approach to life: From long ago with Teen Club, from Cub Scouts, to Girl Guides, from Church suppers to Thrashing Bees, and her most recent passion the Pioneer Museum? Lorraine […]

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Exhaust Your Administrative Remedies. Or Else, Where There’s Smoking, There’s Firing.

October 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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Plaintiff worked for the State of California and the California Assembly. He complained to his supervisor that another supervisor was smoking inside the working premises. Two weeks later, plaintiff was fired. Plaintiff brought an action for retaliatory discharge, and defendants demurred, arguing the court lacked jurisdiction because plaintiff failed to exhaust his administrative remedies pursuant to […]

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Unanticipated Consequences To Lawyers Having Arbitration Clause In Retainer Agreements.

October 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Plaintiffs filed suit against their own lawyers based upon the inadequacy of a settlement in an underlying action. The lawyers successfully moved to compel the action to arbitration based upon an arbitration clause in the attorney retainer agreement. Plaintiffs filed a motion in the trial court seeking an order compelling the lawyers to advance the entire […]

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No Showing Reservation Of Rights By Insurers Creates A Conflict Of Interest.

October 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment

A city brought an action against a dry cleaner under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act [CERCLA; 42 U.S.C. § 9601] for causing soil and groundwater contamination. The dry cleaner asserted a third party claim against the supplier of dry cleaning products, and the supplier tendered its defense to certain insurance companies. The insurers […]

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Florence’s life began as a farmer’s wife

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So once they took it off, is was like, ‘Oh my God, thank you

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Felicia looks to from Vinny to Oliver and gives her usual “Huh.” in response to learning that the pair don’t have similar powers “Well there goes that idea.” she says to Oliver, if there was an idea, she’s not a mind reader or anything. Another can is produced from her pocket in the same fashion […]

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Athiest’s Case Reversed On The Issue Of Damages.

October 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Noneconomic Damages

Plaintiff was placed on parole in 2007 after pleading no contest in a methamphetamine case. One of his parole conditions was that he attend and complete a 90-day residential drug treatment program. He advised parole and correctional officers he is an atheist, and requested placement in a non-religious program, but he was sent to a religious-based […]

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Head Of Firm Kept In Malicious Prosecution Case, As Well As Associate Attorney Who Said She Was “Just Following Instructions.”

October 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment

The trial court declined to dismiss a malicious prosecution action against lawyers and their clients who brought a special motion to strike under the antiSLAPP statute [Code of Civil Procedure section 425.16]. The underlying dispute relates to a long-term lease for property used as a mobilehome park. The owners of the property expressed a desire to […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Adverse Possession in California

April 11, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Adverse possession is a legal concept that might sound surprising—it allows someone to claim ownership of property they don’t legally own, as long as specific conditions are met. While this might bring to mind images of opportunists taking over abandoned properties, adverse … Read More...

Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims

March 31, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences anyone can endure. When their passing is due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, the pain can be compounded by the need to pursue justice. However, the law grants only a limited amount of time to take legal … Read More...

From Quitclaim to Warranty: A Look at Property Deeds

February 19, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Whether you're buying your first home or transferring property to a family member, understanding property deeds is critical. These seemingly simple documents are the backbone of every real estate transaction, ensuring legal ownership and protection for all parties involved. But … Read More...

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