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RTGR attorney Tom Richard contributed to the California Lawyers Association’s updated guide, "When You Turn 18: A Legal Survival Guide." The age of majority marks the transition from being considered a child to being legally recognized as an adult. Historically set at 21, the age of majority was lowered to 18 following the 1971 ratification of the 26th Amendment, which granted 18-year-olds the right to vote in federal elections. In California, turning 18 means you're treated as an adult for most purposes. Check out the guide to navigate this important milestone and understand your new rights and responsibilities. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gwvXeuKc

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In its 2021 opinion in the case of Qaadir v. Figueroa, a #California appeals court found that evidence of attorney referrals and unpaid lien-based medical bills could be admitted into evidence in a personal injury case. As #LosAngeles Associate Markus A. explains in a new #ClientAlert, this decision remains valuable precedent for #defense attorneys, enhancing their ability to challenge the legitimacy of medical treatments and bills incurred by #plaintiffs. Read the full alert on our website. #Appellate #AppellateLaw #PersonalInjury #DefenseAttorneys

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Good news for employers! A recent California Court of Appeal decision in Hernandez v. Sohnen Enterprise, Inc. has made it harder for employers to lose their right to arbitration over procedural issues like late payment of fees. This ruling confirms that if your arbitration agreement is governed by the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), it takes precedence over the California Arbitration Act (CAA). Want to learn more? Contact us today. #Arbitration #EmploymentLaw #CaliforniaArbitration #EmployerRights #LegalUpdate

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Changed laws + strong advocacy = clean record! ⚖️ AdvisorLaw helped a California advisor with a 30-plus-year career remove a decades-old drug possession charge from his record. Have a similar outdated disclosure on your record? Recent legal changes might help! Get a free consultation, and see if AdvisorLaw can help you achieve a clean record, too. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gq-zmHWS #Expungement #FinancialAdvisor #SecondChance #AwardWednesday

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Depositions in San Diego Family Law Cases: What You Need to Know A deposition is a formal Q&A session used in family law cases to gather information and evidence. While depositions can feel intimidating, being prepared can help you navigate the process confidently. Here are some key points to remember about depositions in family law: * Who attends? Depositions typically involve the parties to the case, their attorneys, a court reporter, and a deposition officer (who administers the oath). * What to expect: You will be asked questions under oath about the details of your case. Your attorney will be present to advise you and object to any inappropriate questions. * How to prepare: Review your case documents, anticipate potential questions, and dress professionally. Be honest and truthful in your answers. Having an experienced San Diego family law attorney by your side is crucial during depositions. Naimish & Lewis can help you prepare for your deposition and ensure your rights are protected. Contact us today to schedule a consultation: https://lnkd.in/gQxuU86u #FamilyLaw #Depositions #SanDiegoFamilyLaw

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Civil Appeals in California State Court: A Step-by-Step Guide for Trial Attorneys, 5/22. Presented by the ACBA Appellate Law, Trial Practice, and Barristers Sections. Is the notice of appeal filed in the trial or appellate court, and when is the deadline to file it? What’s the record on appeal, and how is the record designated? What are the standards of review governing appeals? How are briefing and oral arguments at the Court of Appeal different from the trial court? In this program, an appellate attorney who spent decades as a research attorney at the California Court of Appeal will explain the appellate process in state court civil cases. This program is designed primarily for attorneys unfamiliar with the state court appellate process but would benefit attorneys at all experience levels.  https://lnkd.in/gQujUan8 Speaker: Melanie Gold

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Akerman Litigation Partner Anthony Sbardellati provides insight into an anticipated overhaul of California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) in this new article from The Recorder. #LaborLaw #staffinglaw #employmentlaw #PAGA https://lnkd.in/ggpXh3GN

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𝗚𝗠𝗦𝗥'𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗯𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 GMSR co-managing partner Cindy Tobisman appeared yesterday before the California Supreme Court to argue for the petitioner, Michael Rattagan, in a case against Uber Technologies, Inc.  The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals had asked the Court to decide whether, under California law, claims for fraudulent concealment are exempt from the economic loss rule. In the underlying case, Rattagan alleged that Uber fraudulently concealed information from him when he represented its subsidiaries during a problem-filled launch in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and that the concealed information led to him being arrested and vilified in the media.  The district court held that Rattagan's fraudulent concealment claims were foreclosed by the economic loss rule—a doctrine that prevents a party to a contract from recovering economic damages under tort liability theories—and thus, dismissed his complaint.  The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recognized that there is no controlling California precedent addressing whether fraudulent concealment claims are exempt from the economic loss rule, and the answer would be dispositive in the case, so it certified the question to the California Supreme Court. Law360 wrote about the oral argument, providing some highlights:  "There's nothing about [the doctrine] that we would want to shield people who commit fraud just because there’s a contract in the mix," Tobisman said.  "And in fact it would create some kind of perverse incentives for people to draw somebody into a contractual relationship because then they could have their way with them." The high court's decision is expected within the next 90 days. Click here to learn more: Clough, 𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘺'𝘴 𝘈𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘜𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘦𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘍𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘈𝘵 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘧. 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵, Law360 (June 4, 2024), https://lnkd.in/gPFm75CJ (subscription required). #SupremeCourt

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Happy National Paralegals Day! Swing by to say hello to Alex Lubarsky, who will present at the San Francisco Paralegal Association at 11:00 am today. Alex's session is titled "From Data to Discovery: Mastering eDiscovery Fundamentals." Remember to drop a business card in the bowl to win a gift card. We’re excited to share a few key points from our upcoming eDiscovery presentation. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Know the EDRM: Understanding the steps in the Electronic Discovery Reference Model is important. This helps us manage and protect electronic data effectively during the discovery process. 2. Be Competent: Get familiar with both the technical and legal aspects of eDiscovery. This includes knowing how to handle metadata, native formats, and ensuring we follow legal rules about data preservation and confidentiality. 3. Use Technology: Embrace advanced tools like predictive coding and AI. These technologies make reviewing documents and finding the important information we need easier and faster. We want to thank all the paralegals out there. Today, like every day, you get to wear your #superhero cape! The legal field is what it is with you! #SFPA #paralegals #eDiscovery #litigation #artificialintelligence #lawyers #legalfield Brent Gustafson Tim Morenc CEDS Donna M. Sarah Thompson, CEDS Amy McGuigan, ACP, CEDS, CAS #legaltech BlueStar

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Our partner Joseph Brophy's recent Lawyer Liability and Ethics article in the Maricopa Lawyer, a publication of the Maricopa County Bar Association, discusses the lack of civility in California’s legal community and how the state bar is hoping to address the challenge. Read the full article below and share you input with Joseph at jab@jkwlawyyers.com.

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Significant case result involving child endangerment and spousal abuse achieved by The Nieves Law Firm. Our legal team worked tirelessly to secure justice for our client, navigating the complexities of California law. #CaliforniaLaw #ChildEndangerment #DefenseAttorney #TheNievesLawFirm #OaklandAttorneys #CriminalDefense #Defense #Attorney #Lawyer

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In today's #FMG blog, Thomas Livingston discusses the amended California Code of Civil Procedure Section 2016.090 (SB 235). Learn more on how it affects initial disclosure and sanction requirements related to discovery abuse in the link below. #FMGLaw #TortandCatastrophicLoss #CivilProcedure #California https://lnkd.in/ekJvY_sq

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U.S. District Court, District of Arizona holds that #Section1782 still applies in arbitrations that are not "purely private commercial" proceedings. "Although purely private commercial arbitration panels do not fall within this definition, the Supreme Court left open the possibility that other types of arbitration panels could be covered by the statute if they sufficiently exercise governmental authority." " All drivers in British Columbia must purchase minimum coverage, including UMP, from ICBC. And Canadian provincial law Regulation s.148.2(1) requires coverage disputes to be resolved either by private arbitration by consent or, in the absence of consent, by arbitration under the Arbitration Act of British Columbia through B.C. International Commercial Arbitration Centre (“BCICAC”), a non-profit entity. The arbitration at issue here is not a private arbitration by consent; it is an arbitration under the Arbitration Act through BCICAC. Under these circumstances, the Court finds that arbitration under the Arbitration Act through BCICAC is more akin to a governmental authority than a purely private, commercial body." Read the entire opinion below. #Canada #crossborderdiscovery

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Effective Jan. 1, 2023, California expanded its “pay-to-play” rules to include directly elected officials in addition to appointed members of boards and commissions running for elective office. The rule prohibits parties, participants, and their respective agents in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use from contributing more than $250 to an officer of the agency during a 12-month period. Read more in this #GTAdvisory written by Rebecca Olson: https://bit.ly/44dm3ch. #GovernmentLaw #CaliforniaLaw #PaytoPlay

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✨PARTNER SPOTLIGHT ✨ Gregg Zucker is a trial attorney whose practice covers a broad range of shareholder and partnership disputes, intellectual property litigation, real estate and breach of contract matters. Mr. Zucker has over 25 years of experience in state and federal courts throughout California and numerous other jurisdictions. Before joining Foundation Law Group, Mr. Zucker was a partner at DLA Piper and a founding partner at Affeld Grivakes Zucker LLP. Mr. Zucker represents clients under both hourly and contingency fee agreements. Some of Mr. Zucker’s successes, for plaintiffs and defendants, include: * Prevailing in an arbitration on behalf of defendants that were sued for over $100 million * Prevailing in another arbitration on behalf of a defendant that was sued for $98 million * Settling a case on a plaintiff’s behalf for $26 million in a case involving $24 million in insurance coverage * Settling a case on a plaintiff’s behalf for $3.5 million that the plaintiff had been willing to settle for $200,000 at the onset of the case * Representing a defendant at trial and settling before the verdict for a $100,000 payment by the plaintiff to the defendant * Securing the dismissal of hundreds of claims against defendants represented by Mr. Zucker, without payment to the plaintiffs Mr. Zucker is admitted to practice and has argued multiple cases before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, each of the U.S. District Courts in California, and numerous Superior Courts in California. Mr. Zucker received his Juris Doctor degree from UCLA and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Florida.  While in law school, Mr. Zucker was an extern for Hon. Arthur Alarcon of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. . . . . #lawyer #legalservice #corporatelaw #businesslaw #securities #corporategovernance #employmentlaw #trademarklaw #iplitigation #startups #technology #mergersandacquisitions #filmlicensing #televisionlicensing #contentlicensing #patentlaw#boutiquelawfirm #expertiese #legaladvice #crisismanagement #discrimination #tradesecret #realestatelaw #leaseagreements

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