#california-law

#california-law

Employers must navigate employee political expressions carefully to avoid legal ramifications and low morale.

Viking River decision prompted PAGA plaintiffs to create 'headless' actions to evade arbitration, gaining traction in California courts.

California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.

A federal judge paused California's election deepfake law for violating the First Amendment, emphasizing the need for free expression in democratic debate.

The Ninth Circuit Court sided with Musk against California's social media content moderation law, citing First Amendment concerns and overreach.

Elon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.

A federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.

The Ninth Circuit ruled that California's AB 587 law infringes on free speech rights, emphasizing First Amendment protections.

California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a groundbreaking AI safety bill, citing concerns about its impact on the tech industry and innovation.

California's Governor vetoed an AI regulation bill to focus on nuanced risks rather than just the scale of AI models.

California's AB 2655 faces legal challenge from X, citing concerns over free speech and censorship regarding AI deepfakes in political contexts.

Drivers need to be more aware of cyclists to prevent accidents and ensure road safety.

Speed assist systems are being legally adopted in the EU, but the U.S. is currently not pursuing similar measures at the state level.

New California parking law prohibits parking near crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety.

San Francisco is establishing its first Entertainment Zone, allowing outdoor mingling with alcohol, enhancing community vibrancy.

Four more Entertainment Zones are planned, promoting local businesses and social events.

The Murrieta Valley school board rescinded its policy to notify parents about transgender students, reflecting ongoing debates around parental rights and student privacy.

Huntington Beach is suing California over a law restricting gender identity disclosure in schools, claiming it violates parental rights.

Judge Bertoli's attempts to block the renaming of his high school resulted in a public admonishment for compromising his judicial responsibility.

Judge Ferguson, charged with murder, retains his salary despite being jailed due to California laws regarding judicial status and compensation.

San Francisco expands rent control efforts, pending voter approval to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Act, amid a housing affordability crisis.

The Costa-Hawkins Act exacerbates housing instability by allowing significant rent increases after a tenant vacates, affecting many low-income renters.

Reyna Aguilar's experience illustrates the emotional and physical toll of navigating housing insecurity in a tightening market.

Kenneth Bogard, known as the Pacific Beach Rapist, remains in prison after parole hearing denied due to public safety concerns. He has served less than a third of his sentence.

Polanski will not face trial for a 1973 sexual assault after reaching a settlement.

California implements a new law requiring accountability for parenting classes in child welfare cases, responding to concerns over their efficacy and oversight.

California's employment laws are expanding to include significant protections for employees regarding sick leave and protections for vulnerable individuals.

Trina Kaye's eviction highlights the struggles of long-term renters facing sudden rent increases and loss of stable housing.

Costco's South Los Angeles store will feature apartments, utilizing a new California law to streamline development.

The new law facilitates affordable housing integration, promoting quicker construction.

Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by toughening penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, addressing issues like organized retail theft.

A crime ring in Santa Cruz involving over 1,000 pounds of cannabis led to multiple convictions and tougher laws against retail theft.

Steam is informing customers that digital purchases grant only a license, not ownership in response to new California legislation.

Digital purchases grant licenses, not ownership, prompting changes in how consumers view digital ownership.

Purchasing games on Steam grants a license, not true ownership, per new California law.

Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.

California aims to end food label confusion to reduce food waste with a new law banning misleading terms.

California is pioneering legislation to clarify food labeling, aiming to reduce food waste and consumer confusion about food safety.

The Intuit Dome will serve alcohol until 4 a.m., diverging from California's typical last call, raising safety and economic concerns.

The Intuit Dome will serve alcohol until 4 a.m., with monitoring to assess potential impacts on public safety.

California bans legacy admissions at private colleges to promote equity and diversity in higher education.

California bans legacy admissions at private nonprofit colleges, promoting equal opportunities based on merit and skill.

The law aims to correct inequalities exacerbated by previous Supreme Court rulings on admissions.

Governor Newsom advocates for accessibility in higher education for all students, regardless of family connections.

California's AB 2426 law requires digital storefronts to clarify that purchases are actually licenses, enhancing consumer awareness and protection in the digital media space.

New law in California ensures easier unsubscribe processes for online subscriptions, reflecting consumer demand for greater protection against unwanted automatic renewals.

California has enacted legislation mandating transparency in digital content purchases, clarifying ownership rights for consumers.

California's new consumer protection law shields medical debt from credit reports, enhancing job and housing opportunities for patients burdened by medical costs.

The bill enhances consumer protection against misleading claims regarding the ownership of digital goods.

California's new law mandates that online stores disclose digital purchases are licenses, not ownership.

California's AB 2426 strengthens consumer rights by clarifying ownership of digital goods sold online.

Peacock is settling a class action lawsuit for violating California's automatic renewal disclosures, providing eligible subscribers with compensation.

California law prohibits addictive social media feeds for children without parental consent, effective in 2027, amid growing concerns over social media's impact on youth.

States are addressing social media's impact on children's well-being through legislation aimed at limiting access and providing parental controls.

The penalty for soliciting sex from minors under 16 in California has been raised to a felony, enhancing protections for vulnerable children.

California tenants now have 10 business days to respond to eviction notices, doubling the previous timeline to help those facing legal aid issues.

Housing providers in California must make repairs within a reasonable timeframe after tenant notification, typically considered 30 days.

Normal wear and tear can be a valid argument against unjustified security deposit deductions from landlords.

Landlords in California must conduct a pre move-out inspection to prevent disputes and deductions from the tenant's security deposit.

California law mandates districts to restrict student smartphone use to improve focus and mental health.

California law AB 3216 mandates public schools to limit or ban cell phone use to enhance focus and address mental health issues among students.

California's new law facilitates the return of Nazi-looted artworks to rightful owners, reflecting moral and legal responsibilities.

California introduces a law to override a Ninth Circuit decision allowing a Spanish museum to keep a Nazi-looted painting.

Governor Newsom's law aims to ensure California law prevails in Holocaust-related art theft cases.

California legislature seeks to reduce GPS tracking delay for stolen rental cars from 72 to 24 hours to combat rising theft and crime.

The Los Angeles County top judge authorized electronic recording in courts to address the court reporter shortage, defying state law and facing backlash.