In People v. Dain, a 6-1 Supreme Court yesterday held a superior court that made a legal error in deciding to not sentence a defendant under the Three Strikes law should be given another shot at ruling instead of being directed to impose a Three Strikes sentence.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed 26 new bills into California law, addressing a wide range of issues across the state. New legislation aims to tackle some of California’s most pressing challenges, from high living costs and limited housing supply to access to health care.

(Subscription required) California's Commission on Judicial Appointments (which judges dream of hearing from) and Commission on Judicial Performance (which they dread) wield immense power over judges' careers. Lawyers have a vital role in both.

(Subscription required) A Los Angeles judge ruled that a former Manhattan Beach employee may proceed anonymously in a hostile work environment suit, citing concerns about reputational harm, mental health and future career prospects.