A civil appeal in California often takes longer than most people expect. After a trial court issues a final judgment, many litigants assume the next step will move quickly. However, the appellate process follows strict procedural stages, and each stage adds time. Understanding the timeline for a California civil appeal in 2026 helps parties set… Read more »
Many people in California face a court ruling and immediately ask the same question. Should I file a writ or an appeal? This decision matters because it affects timing, strategy, and whether a court even agrees to review the issue. Understanding writ vs appeal in California helps litigants choose the correct legal path. If you… Read more »
This case, decided on June 25, 2014 together with another entitled US v. Wurie, looked at whether police may, without a warrant, poke through digital information on a cell phone when someone is arrested during a traffic stop. At first blush, the Court appears to state that such a warrantless search is not permitted. But… Read more »
In 2008, Lane, a government employee was called to testify about acts of mail fraud and theft carried out by his fellow government employees. Lane alleged that he was then fired by the government agency for which he worked in retaliation for his truthful testimony. This week, after years of costly litigation, the Supreme Court… Read more »
