California Supreme Court Opinions

Cordero v. Ghilotti Construction Company Inc.

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District issued an opinion in Cordero v. Ghilotti Construction Company Inc. (Case No. A173024), a civil matter originating from Trial Court Case 22CIV03331. The case, filed on March 26, 2025, has an oral argument scheduled for March 12, 2026. The court's disposition and full opinion are available via PDF and DOCX formats. This appellate decision carries binding legal effect within California's court system.

Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association v. County of Los Angeles

The California Court of Appeal Second Appellate District filed a civil case (B338182) between the Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association and the County of Los Angeles. Oral argument is scheduled for January 8, 2026. The case caption and basic docket information are now publicly accessible.

Y.P. v. Wells Fargo Company - Consumer Banking Practices Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division 4, filed a civil appeal opinion in Y.P. v. Wells Fargo Company et al. (Case No. A172048). The case, involving consumer claims against Wells Fargo, was filed on November 26, 2024, with oral argument scheduled for March 24, 2026. The appellate court issued its disposition in the matter, which is now available as an official court opinion.

People v. Lopez Sanchez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth District Division 1 issued an opinion in People v. Lopez Sanchez (D085325). The appellate court reviewed the trial court case RIF1600163 and rendered a judgment in this criminal matter.

Gonzalez et al. v. Community Mortuary, Inc. et al. - Civil Dispute

The California Court of Appeal Fourth District Division 1 docket shows case D084738, Gonzalez et al. v. Community Mortuary, Inc. et al., a civil lawsuit filed in San Diego County Superior Court (Case Nos. 37-2021-00022154-CU-BC-CTL and 37-2022-00009892-CU-BC-CTL). The case involves consumer claims against a mortuary and remains active in the appellate process.

People v. Tzul - Evidence Admissibility Opinion Modified

California Court of Appeal modified language in People v. Tzul opinion filed March 23, 2026, revising two sentences regarding the defendant's mistaken belief about the victims' conduct. The modification clarified that defendant's statement was relevant to show what he believed he discovered. No change to the appellate judgment reversing first and second degree murder convictions. Respondent's petition for rehearing was denied.

People v. Bradley - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District Division 1, issued a published opinion in People v. Bradley (Case No. D083989), addressing a criminal matter originating from trial court case SCD298702. The court's disposition affects the parties and may establish precedential value for future criminal proceedings in California.

People v. Tzul - Criminal Appeal - Murder Conviction Reversal

The California Court of Appeal modified its opinion in People v. Tzul, correcting language regarding the relevance of defendant's statements about discovering his girlfriend and her brother together. The court denied the People's petition for rehearing and maintained its reversal of first and second degree murder convictions against Pedro Thomas DeLeon Tzul for killing his girlfriend Martha Garcia and her brother Antonio Garcia.

People v. Tzul - Criminal Appeal

The California 2nd District Court of Appeal issued a published opinion in People v. Tzul (B343256M) on April 8, 2026, establishing or clarifying precedent in a criminal matter. The court's ruling may affect trial court procedures, evidentiary standards, or sentencing determinations applicable to the case. Criminal defense attorneys, prosecutors, and trial courts in California should review the opinion for precedential value.

Gonzalez v. Community Mortuary, Inc. - Imracticability Defense Jury Submission

The California Court of Appeal reversed in part a San Diego Superior Court judgment in Gonzalez v. Community Mortuary, holding that the affirmative defense of impracticability of performance is an equitable defense triable to the court, not a jury. The court also upheld the trial court's ruling that only the widow had standing to sue for breach of contract as the contracting party. The case was remanded for a bench trial on the impracticability defense and potential damages.