California Supreme Court Opinions

Court of Appeal orders counsel for Racial Justice Act claim

The California Court of Appeal has ordered a trial court to vacate its denial of a habeas corpus petition filed under the Racial Justice Act. The appellate court found the trial court erred in its application of standards for appointing counsel and addressing successive petitions, directing the lower court to reconsider the case.

Flareau v. Superior Court - Criminal Case Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division 2 has issued an opinion in the case of Adam Flareau v. The Superior Court and The People. The opinion is available for review in PDF and DOCX formats.

Haun v. Pagano - Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division 1 has issued an opinion in the case of Haun v. Pagano et al. The opinion was filed on May 30, 2024, under case number D084385. This document provides the court's decision and reasoning in this specific legal matter.

People v. T.B. - Criminal Case Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division 2, has published its opinion in the criminal case People v. T.B. (Case E085256). The filing date for this opinion was December 23, 2024.

Nichols v. Alghannam - Published Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, has published an opinion in the case of Nichols et al. v. Alghannam. The filing date for this opinion was February 5, 2024. This publication makes the court's decision officially available.

Bishop v. San Diego County Retirement Association - Case Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division 1, has issued an opinion in the case of Bishop v. San Diego County Employees Retirement Association. The filing date for this opinion was December 19, 2024. This document represents a judicial decision on a legal matter.

CA Supreme Court: Forum Clause Unenforceable Under Song-Beverly Act

The California Supreme Court ruled that forum selection clauses in consumer contracts are unenforceable under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act if they require litigation outside of California. This decision impacts how businesses draft consumer agreements and handle disputes involving California residents.

California Supreme Court Modifies People v. Dixon Opinion

The California Supreme Court has modified its previous opinion in the case of People v. Dixon. The court has remanded the case back to a lower court for a hearing, indicating a procedural adjustment rather than a substantive change in law.

Court Remanded for New Trial Due to Peremptory Challenge Errors

The California Court of Appeal remanded a case for a new trial, finding that the trial court erred in its handling of peremptory challenges. This decision highlights potential procedural errors in jury selection that could lead to appeals and retrials.

Diaz Murder Conviction Affirmed, Resentencing Denied

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a murder conviction and denied a resentencing request under Penal Code section 1172.6. This decision clarifies the application of the law regarding felony murder special circumstances.