2023 December

Now what?

Unusual conundrums during pendency of an appeal

Using motions in limine to keep out defense evidence that lacks probative value but muddies the waters — sub rosa photos and videos

QSFs are useful to address conflicts of interest between multiple plaintiffs or attorneys in a case or to pay government liens

A surety bond will be required in most appeals; an overview of the options available to stay execution of judgment

David Zarmi

Immediate steps you must take once the verdict is announced

Motions to compel are powerful tools to educate opposing counsel on – and enforce – discovery obligations

There are inevitable motions and then there are unnecessary ones that could have been a stipulation

Sarah Madan

Prejudicial error – a Constitutional standard – is the only basis upon which the Court of Appeal can reverse a lower court’s decision

Herb Fox

Iranian immigrant found a fair judicial system in the U.S. and built a satisfying professional life around it

Major California civil procedure changes bring mandatory disclosures (CCP § 2016)