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People v. Martinez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal modified a judgment in the case of People v. Martinez. The court struck a parole revocation restitution fine and corrected fee assessments, while otherwise affirming the conviction for murder and burglary with enhancements.

Kuhns v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Kuhns v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01818, is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves personal injury and product liability claims.

State AGs Demand GoFundMe Prove Removal of Plagiarized Charity Pages

California and 21 other state Attorneys General sent a letter to GoFundMe demanding proof that the platform has removed all unauthorized donation web pages created using charities' information without their consent. The coalition has given GoFundMe 14 days to provide this proof and disclose further information.

AG Bonta Supports Washington State Anti-Discrimination Law

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 13 other state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting Washington State's motion for rehearing en banc. The brief opposes a Ninth Circuit panel's ruling that weakened a Washington State law prohibiting employment discrimination based on sexual orientation, arguing it harms states' ability to protect residents.

State AGs Oppose SBA Rule Undermining Disaster Laws

California Attorney General Rob Bonta led a coalition of 20 state attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Small Business Administration's interim final rule. The rule would preempt state and local permitting requirements following declared disasters, allowing contractors to self-certify compliance with building codes.

Towbin v. Fuller - Court Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal issued an opinion in Towbin v. Fuller, affirming a lower court's disposition. The case involves a dispute over a five-year tax period, with multiple judges dissenting on various points of law and procedure.

Towbin v. Fuller - Orleans Clerk Case Affirmed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in Towbin v. Fuller, concerning a clerk of court. The case involved multiple dissents from the appellate judges, indicating significant disagreement on the interpretation of evidence and prior case law.

Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller - Louisiana Court of Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reviewed a case involving candidate qualification requirements. The court affirmed a lower court decision, with multiple judges dissenting on the interpretation of statutory language regarding previous tax years for certification.

Lirette v. Adams - Appeals Dismissed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal dismissed appeals in the Lirette v. Adams case. The court's disposition means the prior rulings regarding insurance coverage and a reduction in damages stand. This decision concludes the appellate phase for these specific appeals.

Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller - Judicial Candidacy Qualifications

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a decision regarding judicial candidacy qualifications in the case of Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller. The court's disposition involved multiple dissenting opinions concerning the interpretation of eligibility requirements for a district judgeship.