Cheryl Miller
Cheryl Miller, based in Sacramento, covers the state legislature and emerging industries, including autonomous vehicles and marijuana. She authors the weekly cannabis newsletter Higher Law. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @CapitalAccounts
May 28, 2024 | The Recorder
Two Trial Court Judges Censured for Misconduct, Leading One to ResignThe Commission on Judicial Performance announced the censures of Humboldt County Superior Court Judge Gregory Kreis and Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Emily Cole.
By Cheryl Miller
5 minute read
May 23, 2024 | The Recorder
Solano County Judge Admonished Again for Barbed Courtroom CommentsJudge Daniel Healy displayed poor demeanor to attorneys and acted too much like a prosecutor in one case, the Commission on Judicial Performance said.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 23, 2024 | The Recorder
Sacramento Judge Dena Coggins Confirmed to California's Eastern District BenchCoggins will not join the Eastern District until Chief Judge Kimberly Mueller takes senior status in September.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 23, 2024 | The Recorder
California Supreme Court Sides With Insurer in COVID-19 Loss CaseThe unanimous high court stopped short of saying that COVID-19 could never cause insurance-covered property damage. But a concert venue company failed to prove that it did in this case, the court held.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 22, 2024 | National Law Journal
DOJ Asks Judge to Dismiss Challenge to Federal Cannabis BanCannabis companies argued in federal court Wednesday that widespread state legalization of marijuana has outpaced existing case law on prohibition.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 21, 2024 | The Recorder
California Supreme Court Justices Appear Unwilling to Strike Down Proposition 22The justices suggested the Legislature may still be able to extend workers' compensation coverage to app-based drivers if Prop 22 survives.
By Cheryl Miller
4 minute read
May 21, 2024 | The Recorder
New Rule Limits Judges' Remote Appearances in Civil CasesThe rule, adopted by the Judicial Council, was mandated by the California Legislature.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 17, 2024 | The Recorder
Chief Justice Asks for 'Space' From Legislature in Crafting Court AI Rules"I think that we know best what we need moving forward with no disrespect to the legislative branch," Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero said at a Judicial Council meeting Friday.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
May 17, 2024 | The Recorder
California Supreme Court Grants Petition Challenging Attorney's Six-Month SuspensionThe state bar's Office of Chief Trial Counsel says San Francisco attorney Drexel Bradshaw should be disbarred, not just suspended, for his actions as trustee of an elderly client's estate.
By Cheryl Miller
4 minute read
May 16, 2024 | The Recorder
Legislation to Allow Disqualification of Appellate Judges Weakened to 'Study' BillState legislators also shelved bills that would have set rules for AI-generated evidence and for when a boss can contact a worker after hours.
By Cheryl Miller
3 minute read
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