The Sixth District Court of Appeal has held that trial judge erred in sustaining a demurrer, without leave to amend, to a complaint alleging whistleblower retaliation and related claims against the County of Santa Clara stemming from the plaintiff’s cooperation with an investigation into unlawful conduct on the part of the then-sheriff.

San Diego City Attorney’s Office is warning members of the public to be cautious of individuals who claim to be attorneys or government representatives offering legal or immigration assistance. It is reminding residents that it does not provide legal services to individuals, including legal immigration help.

The California Supreme Court welcomes public comment on possible amendments that would affect the citation of unpublished appellate opinions in certain court filings, the citation of published Court of Appeal opinions in cases in which the Supreme Court has granted review, and service requirements for requests for depublication.

(Subscription required) The high court granted review on Wednesday in Lorenzo v. San Francisco Zen Center, a suit involving a former staff member at the Sōtō Zen Buddhist church alleging unpaid regular, overtime and meal period wages.