GUEST COLUMNS
Friday, March 14, 2025
Family law tips to protect separate property claims in complex assets cases for business managers and financial planners.
The entertainment industry in 2025 faces significant challenges, including declining streaming returns, theatrical film struggles, reduced California film production, evolving talent compensation models, and ongoing debates over Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Mediation, much like cooking, requires a blend of instinct, preparation, patience, and creativity--balancing structure with flexibility to transform disparate ingredients or perspectives into a satisfying resolution.
NIL rights are transforming college golf by creating new opportunities for athletes, but legal hurdles around amateurism and visa restrictions for international players are limiting its full potential, urging the need for federal action.
Monday, March 10, 2025
President Donald Trump wants foreign lands and resources, but post-WWII international law stands firmly in his way. Here's why his annexation dreams violate binding obligations.
A demand letter threatening litigation over the use of a website tracking pixel as a "pen register" highlights the evolving intersection of privacy laws, technology, and California's strict privacy regulations, where tracking without consent could result in significant legal liabilities, including fines and lawsuits.
Friday, March 7, 2025
Assuming your staffing agency alone bears the risk of ICE enforcement can be a costly mistake that leads to hefty fines, legal consequences, and reputational damage.
As the Trump administration weakens federal environmental protections, California's Environmental Quality Act remains a critical safeguard, ensuring public review, accountability, and environmental preservation in the face of growing threats to communities and ecosystems.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
As corporate giants dismantle DEI programs, the workplace braces for a legal storm of uncertainty.
A sincere apology can help parties move beyond entrenched positions, rebuild trust, and open communication channels, often leading to transformative outcomes.
SB 54 regulations will strain small businesses Monday, March 3, 2025
Rebuilding Los Angeles by 2028 is a legal test, with disputes risking delays; swift mediation and coordinated legal action are crucial to meet the urgent need for recovery before the Olympics.
The January wildfires in Los Angeles County were a historic disaster, and NLSLA is providing critical legal aid to help vulnerable families navigate recovery and rebuild their lives.
Friday, February 28, 2025
Effective estate planning requires a clear understanding of community vs. separate property to avoid unintended transmutation, with strict requirements for valid transmutations and best practices to ensure clients' intentions are accurately reflected.
The NIH's 15% cap on indirect costs for research grants has sparked legal challenges, with states arguing it disrupts critical research, exceeds authority, and threatens public health advancements.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Board diversity initiatives are rapidly declining as institutional investors and stock exchanges roll back policies amidst legal challenges and shifting political landscapes.
The UK's push for Apple's encrypted data raises fears U.S. customers may face similar privacy breaches as governments and tech giants clash over security vs. privacy.
Monday, February 24, 2025
California's AB 2347 extends tenants' response time in unlawful detainer cases from 5 to 10 workdays, giving them more time to seek legal help, but critics warn it could delay evictions and increase costs for both sides.
In 1950, President Truman intervened to help Mayor Bill O'Dwyer avoid prosecution for corruption by appointing him Ambassador to Mexico, a move that reflected a cynical disregard for the rule of law in the face of scandal, drawing comparisons to modern political evasion tactics.
Friday, February 21, 2025
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's plan to solicit private donations to address homelessness tests the theory of trickle-down economics and raises concerns about transparency, oversight, and potential ethical pitfalls.
On Jan. 30, 2025, Judge Curtis A. Kin ruled Los Angeles violated the Housing Accountability Act by denying a 50-unit Boyle Heights project in bad faith, ordering approval of the project, emphasizing the HAA's role in combating California's housing crisis.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The newly launched .MUSIC domain offers music-related professionals and entities a unique, secure online space with tailored policies to protect intellectual property, fight piracy, and enhance visibility.
President Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, aimed at curbing illegal activities, may unintentionally accelerate the shift of manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. by prompting companies to relocate from offshore to onshore production.
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Friday, March 14, 2025 |
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| The big, inspiring AI opportunity on the horizon, experts agree, lies in accelerating and transforming scientific discovery and development. | |
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Friday, March 14, 2025 |
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| A 2019 California law that reopened the statute of limitations for childhood sexual assault survivors has led to massive lawsuits against public entities. Now, local governments--including Los Angeles County--are challenging the law, warning of financial disaster as settlements and verdicts pile up. The state Supreme Court and Legislature are weighing in on the high-stakes battle. | |
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Friday, March 14, 2025 |
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| The measures, including a potential six-year freeze on code updates, have sparked fierce debate among environmentalists, construction groups, and policymakers. | |
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025 |
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| A request from 19 Republican-led states sought to block climate-related complaints brought by California and four other states against major oil companies. The decision allows California's case to move forward in state court, where it seeks to hold oil firms accountable for misleading the public about climate change. | |
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025 |
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| A federal jury in LA decided Disney's had no way of infringing animator Buck Woodall's "Bucky the Surfer Boy" screenplay when it made and distributed "Moana." | |
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025 |
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| With the spring homebuying season looming, shoppers have a new worry: A major federal consumer watchdog has been hobbled. | |
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Monday, March 10, 2025 |
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| Jim McDonnell comes to the helm of the LAPD at a moment of uncertainty | |
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Monday, March 10, 2025 |
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| La Cañada Flintridge abandons its fight against a court order, paving the way for an 80-unit housing project under the builder's remedy law after facing a $14 million bond. | |
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Friday, March 7, 2025 |
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| A plaintiff who claimed Apple stole her film for its "Servant" series argued the jury was awaiting an answer from the judge to a legal question when the panel went ahead and decided for the defense. | |
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Friday, March 7, 2025 |
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| Huffington Post faces a class action lawsuit alleging its trackers violate California privacy law by collecting user data without consent, spotlighting a growing trend of litigation using what some consider outdated statutes. | |
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Friday, March 7, 2025 |
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| Americans express very different views on tariffs depending upon how the question is asked, a challenge for pollsters trying to measure public support for a complex and poorly understood issue. | |
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 |
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| The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is urging a federal judge to block California from enforcing two climate disclosure laws, arguing they compel businesses to make politically charged statements in violation of the First Amendment. | |
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 |
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| The Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission voted to reject a commissioner's resignation amid escalating tensions with county legal counsel. | |
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 |
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| With the government seemingly stepping back from regulatory duties, consumers may have to act as their own financial watchdogs. | |
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Monday, March 3, 2025 |
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| Veterans' organizations and retired military leaders are urging the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to affirm an order for construction of thousands of housing units for homeless veterans on the West Los Angeles VA campus. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge David O. Carter, is being challenged by the federal government and UCLA, which argue the judge overstepped his authority. | |
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Monday, March 3, 2025 |
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| The suit argues that the measures violate the California Freedom to Read Act and the state constitution's free speech and privacy protections. Plaintiffs claim the ordinance grants broad censorship powers to a newly established review board, limiting access to books covering gender identity, sexual orientation, and reproductive health. They seek an injunction to halt enforcement of the restrictions. | |
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Monday, March 3, 2025 |
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| Threats by President Donald Trump to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian exports and to annex the country have set off cascades of fury. | |
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Friday, February 28, 2025 |
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| Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey M. Ferguson, accused of murdering his wife, told police on the night of the shooting, "I killed her. Convict my ass." Prosecutors argue it was no accident, while the defense claims a tragic misfire. Jurors are now deliberating his fate. | |
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Friday, February 28, 2025 |
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| A Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy dismissed his retaliation case on the fourth day of a second trial, after winning $8.1M in 2019, only to lose it on appeal in 2022. | |
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Friday, February 28, 2025 |
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| A series of policy changes in Washington are poised to encourage millions of investors to dabble in crypto for the first time, despite the industry's continued struggles to police and prevent criminal activity. | |
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 |
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| Union President Tim O'Connor argues the case is not too complex for state-employed lawyers and criticizes the slow pace of litigation. The lawsuit is the latest in a series of legal battles over the state's reliance on costly outside counsel. | |
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 |
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| The Convention Center won't be ready for the Summer Olympics because the city does not have the capacity to rebuild from the wildfires at the same time that it prepares for the games. | |
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 |
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| A judge greenlights fraud claims by parents tied to the 'Varsity Blues' scandal against USC over a $100,000 donation, though a negligent misrepresentation charge is dismissed as untimely. | |
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Monday, February 24, 2025 |
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| Sable Offshore sued the California Coastal Commission, claiming its pipeline repairs are permitted, sparking outrage from environmentalists over risks tied to a 2015 oil spill. | |
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Monday, February 24, 2025 |
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| The horrendously destructive and deadly Los Angeles wildfires erupted in January just as Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara's historic and very controversial overhaul of how insurers calculate premiums was taking effect. | |
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Monday, February 24, 2025 |
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| DiCello Levitt LLP filed a class action against Southern California Edison, alleging negligence in the Eaton Canyon wildfires, seeking damages for thousands affected. | |
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Friday, March 14, 2025 |
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| Insurance firms are accused of underpaying and delaying claims from January's Altadena and Palisades wildfires, prompting attorneys to consider mass torts amid concerns over a recent appellate ruling. | |
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025 |
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| Huntington Beach argues that the state's restrictions on local cooperation with federal immigration authorities violate constitutional rights and federal statutes. | |
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Monday, March 10, 2025 |
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| Hawthorne won nuisance claims against Hawthorne Mall owners, but Judge Steve Cochran denied an injunction, citing feasibility, and urged counsel to craft a practical solution for the blighted property. | |
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Friday, March 7, 2025 |
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| A San Diego judge has ruled that Orange County Superior Court Judge Ebrahim Baytieh was not truthful in a high-profile murder case, calling his conduct "reprehensible." Baytieh, who was fired as a prosecutor before being elected to the bench, may now be called as a witness in the defendant's retrial. | |
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 |
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| Target's settlement with shoppers stabbed by an assailant using a display knife follows a judge's rejection of the retailer's claim it had no duty to secure premises against unforeseeable crimes. | |
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Monday, March 3, 2025 |
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| Nearly 90 new plaintiffs join over 250 accusers suing Cedars Sinai's Dr. Barry Brock, alleging sexual assault and hospital cover-ups in escalating lawsuits, their attorney said. | |
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Friday, February 28, 2025 |
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| In a high-stakes copyright trial, jurors will watch Disney's 2016 blockbuster Moana as part of a lawsuit claiming the film was copied from an independent animator's work. Plaintiff Buck Woodall alleges Disney used his unproduced screenplay, Bucky the Surfer Boy, without credit or compensation. Disney's defense maintains that Moana was an original creation developed internally. The jury must now decide whether the similarities are coincidence or infringement. | |
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 |
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| The defense team for Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey M. Ferguson began presenting its case Monday. The judge took to the stand. | |
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Monday, February 24, 2025 |
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| Animator Buck Woodall seeks to delay a $100M trial against Disney over "Moana," challenging a ruling limiting damages evidence to Buena Vista, not Disney+. | |