Rulings on federal tort claims, duty of care, corporation status, MICRA

Recent cases of interest to members of the plaintiffs’ bar.

Jeffrey I. Ehrlich

From Issue: 2013 April

Pleading and proving gross negligence in light of City of Santa Barbara

California Supreme Court affirms that liability waivers for future gross negligence are unenforceable as a matter of public policy

Shirley K. Watkins

From Issue: 2007 September

Helping appellate courts see – not just read – your case

Exhibits can be vital to your appeal. Here’s when and how to submit them to the court

Gary Simms

From Issue: 2018 October

Eight overlooked appellate decisions every PI trial lawyer should know

You’re familiar with Howell and Sanchez, and you’ve made a Kennemur objection. Explore these lesser-known decisions to enhance your trial skills

Matthew Whibley

From Issue: 2025 January

Civil Procedure Update

A review of recent decisions on civil procedure, discovery and evidence of interest to the plaintiff’s bar

Steven Finz

From Issue: 2008 August

Civil Procedure Update

A review of recent decisions on civil procedure, discovery and evidence of interest to the plaintiff’s bar

Steven Finz

From Issue: 2008 October

Recent cases of interest to members of the plaintiffs’ bar

Wrongful death and a putative spouse: California law allows a decedent’s “putative spouse” to pursue a wrongful death claim.

Jeffrey I. Ehrlich

From Issue: 2013 August

Placing form over substance

Freedman v. Brutzkus: Opposing counsel cannot rely on attorney’s approval as to form and content

Jonathan B. Cole
Michael McCarthy
Susan Baker

From Issue: 2010 May

Expansion of ostensible agency liability under Ermoian: Proof requirements

Unlike Mejia, which focused on the issue of reliance, Ermoian focuses more on the hospital’s conduct

Shirley K. Watkins
September Hopper

From Issue: 2007 November

Duty calls

Jury service – a learning opportunity

Miles B. Cooper

From Issue: 2014 November

Civil Procedure Update

A review of recent decisions on civil procedure, discovery and evidence of interest to the plaintiff’s bar

Steven Finz

From Issue: 2008 July

Civil Procedure Update

A review of recent decisions on civil procedure, discovery and evidence of interest to the plaintiff’s bar

Steven Finz

From Issue: 2008 September