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Finding the Right Lawyer For You: Types of Lawyers and What They Do

June 5, 2023 by Mark Mellor

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For the average Joe or Jane, navigating the law can be a confusing and intimidating process. But situations come up when having a lawyer is your best option. Knowing the different types of lawyers out there and what they do can help you find the right one for your situation. Here’s a summary of some […]

Filed Under: General Legal Information Law News Tagged With: personal injury attorney, real estate attorney, riverside attorney

Prosecutorial Immunity: “The Man” Holds All The Cards!

December 14, 2015 by

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We hold that [plaintiff] adequately alleged [the deputy D.A.] was liable for false imprisonment; we will also hold that statutory prosecutorial immunity [Government Code section 821.6] did not apply to the false imprisonment claim. However, the demurrer had to be sustained based on common-law prosecutorial immunity.

Filed Under: Appellate Law News, General Legal Information Law News, Government Law News, Law Enforcement Law News, Legal News, Procedural Law News, Tort Law News Tagged With: § 821.6, 194 Cal.Rptr.3d 327, 241 Cal.App.4th 848, Gov.Code, Gov.Code § 821.6, Government Code section 821.6

That Pile Of Documents Signed When Taking Out A Home Mortgage!

September 16, 2015 by

A homeowner sued the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation “Freddie Mac” for breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty. Freddie Mac had purchased the homeowner’s mortgage from the loan originator on the secondary market. The loan originator continued to service the loan and failed to pay the insurance premium from an escrow account which […]

Filed Under: Contract Law News, General Legal Information Law News, Legal News, Mortgage Law News, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal Law News Tagged With: 793 F.3d 1005

Previously we reported: CHP Not A Special Employer Of Freeway Tow Truck Driver.

June 11, 2015 by

A tow truck driver who contracted with a county, part of the California Highway Patrol Freeway Service Patrol [FSP program], collided with a car, injuring the driver and her infant son. The CHP moved for summary judgment in the subsequent lawsuit on the ground it was not the tow truck driver’s special employer and therefore, […]

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City Council Gone Wild.

May 14, 2015 by Leave a Comment

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A long-established restaurant sits in a trendy marina area that includes a number of restaurants, bars, residences and condominiums. A City’s planning commission voted to approve the restaurant’s conditional use permit to allow it to have a patio cover and remain open until 2:00 a.m. on weekends with dancing inside the restaurant. The idea was […]

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Fees/Costs Order Reversed In Public Records Act Request.

April 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment

After a child was rendered permanently disabled following an accident that occurred when she was in a crosswalk, her family hired counsel. Under the Public Records Act [Government Code section 6250, et seq.; PRA], counsel requested all evidence including photos, reports, audio logs, handwritten notes, surveys, complaint letters and emails with respect to the accident. When […]

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Recognition Of A Foreign Judgment.

March 31, 2015 by Leave a Comment

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A trial court may recognize a foreign judgment under the Uniform Foreign-Country Money Judgments Recognition Act [CCP § 1713-1724]. But, despite the legality of 20 percent interest in the foreign jurisdiction, California may not enter a California judgment imposing postjudgment interest at a rate greater than ten percent. (Hyundai Securities Co., Ltd. v. Lee  (Cal. […]

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No Prohibition Of Recording Birth Date Of Person Who Buys Alcohol With A Credit Card.

March 31, 2015 by Leave a Comment

Plaintiff filed a class action for damages under the Credit Card Act [Civil Code section 1747.08], one of the provisions of which prohibits businesses from requesting that cardholders provide personal identification information during credit card transactions. In the present matter, a business recorded the birth date of a customer who purchased alcohol with a credit […]

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Unsuccessful False Advertising Claim Based On Misrepresentations In Commercial E-Mails.

January 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment

False Advertising

Business and Professions Code section 17529.5 states it is unlawful to advertise in a commercial email when it contains or is accompanied by falsified, misrepresented or forged header information. The plaintiffs here brought an action under that statute on the theory the advertiser “sent them unsolicited commercial email advertisements purporting to be from ‘Proactiv Special […]

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Necessity Of Private Enforcement Is A Required Element When Seeking Private Attorney General Fees.

January 27, 2015 by Leave a Comment

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Code of Civil Procedure section 1021.5, provides courts with the statutory authority to award attorney fees under a private attorney general theory to litigants who successfully pursue public interest litigation vindicating important constitutional rights. In this case, a plaintiff who received a large compensatory damage award for bad dental treatment made a postjudgment motion for […]

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What Is Commercial Litigation and How Does It Affect Your Business?

May 23, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Every business, regardless of its size or industry, faces unique challenges. Among these, legal disputes can often be the most daunting and disruptive. Commercial litigation, a specialized area of law, serves as a framework for resolving disputes arising from business … Read More...

Common Types of Real Estate Fraud

May 21, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Real estate transactions are some of the most significant financial decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. Unfortunately, the complexity of these deals creates opportunities for fraud. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or investor, knowing how to protect yourself and recognize … Read More...

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...

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