Advocate Nov25 cvr ezine

Articles in this issue:

Uber again puts profits over people

Company won lower UIM liability limits and now wants a 25% cap (after costs) in contingency fees


Improve your law and motion skills

The 3 Rules of 3 for writing your motion


The road less traveled

My journey to becoming a judge and tips for those who want to pursue this path


Oaths in action

Why lawyers’ daily choices matter to democracy


Reflections on the civil division from the supervising judge nine months into the job

Nine months into the job at Department 1, Judge Riff explains why this is an exciting time to be in court leadership


The Case Management Statement

Making a good first impression when the judge considers your case for the first time


The Independent Calendar Court experience

My case has been sent out of the PI Hub to an Independent Calendar Court. Now what?


Appellate Reports

Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) preemption; also arbitration of wrongful death claims and attorney’s failure to verify accuracy of citations


Industries line up in Washington seeking immunity through preemption of state laws

From makers of infant formula to the NCAA, they all want federal protection when they cause harm


Grateful

What if, today, we were grateful for everything? – Charlie Brown, Peanuts


Ending the legislative year with a bang!

All five CAOC-sponsored bills are signed into law by Newsom


Stronger Together

Top Gun Trial Lawyer of the Year Awards Gala, on Saturday, November 22


Attorney fees under the Song-Beverly Act

A brief review of attorney’s fees provided by Lemon Law consumer protection


The hard work comes before trial

There’s much the parties can do before trial to make sure they are fully ready for trial


Ten keys to successful litigation and trial advocacy

Are you prepared to put in the work necessary to become feared and revered?


Ready on set!

A trial judge’s personal favorite courtroom films


Telephobia

Discovery meet and confer cannot be meaningful without real dialogue between the parties – and not by letter or email