The California Supreme Court will honor the legacy of former Justice Joseph R. Grodin at the start of its oral argument session on November 4. Justice Grodin, who served on the court from 1982 to 1987, passed away in April at the age of 94.

While most courts make threats, about 21% admit they don't sanction at all. The net effect is that more than 2.7 million Californians failed to appear for a jury summons last year out of approximately 10.6 million that were summoned, meaning one out of four people simply didn't show up. 

(Subscription required) Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed AB 250, creating a two-year window in 2026-27 for adult survivors of sexual assault to bring previously time-barred civil claims. The law targets cases involving alleged institutional "cover-ups" but excludes public entities.

Court of Appeal Presiding Justice Arthur Gilbert of this district’s Div. Six is to receive this year’s Judicial Council Distinguished Service Award which recognizes recipients for their extraordinary leadership and contributions to the administration of justice. The Judicial Council announced that award on Monday and also revealed that Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Samantha Jessner has been selected for the Aranda Access to Justice Award.