#justice-liu

[ follow ]
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Riverside County man dies while in custody, sheriff's office says

A 38-year-old man died after a medical emergency while in custody at the Robert Presley Detention Center in Jurupa Valley.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
10 hours ago

Latest proposals on ULA redos leave resi out in cold

A division in the real estate industry is emerging over proposed changes to Measure ULA, with differing views from single-family residential and commercial sectors.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 hours ago

The DOJ's Week Of Disaster - See Generally - Above the Law

Kash Patel faces backlash over defamation claims and legal actions against the Southern Poverty Law Center amid controversies involving the DOJ and the Fifth Circuit.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

'It lit a fire in me' - the barrister who was told she'd never amount to much

"I had to step up and do the jobs that my mum couldn't do, everything you can imagine that a six-week-old baby needs: pick them up, change them, whatever."
Education
#california
fromKqed
2 days ago
US politics

California Courts Could Soon Begin Tracking ICE Arrests at Their Facilities | KQED

California
fromKqed
2 days ago

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's publicly-funded preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.
California
fromKqed
2 days ago

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.
US politics
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Courts Could Soon Begin Tracking ICE Arrests at Their Facilities | KQED

California is considering a rule to collect data on civil arrests at courts to protect victims from immigration enforcement.
#lapd
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
#southern-poverty-law-center
fromemptywheel
4 days ago
US politics

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Joy Reid Goes Off On Trump DOJ Over Absolutely Insane' SPLC Indictment

The indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center by Trump's Justice Department is criticized as politically motivated and unfounded.
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Todd Blanche and Kash Patel indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center for wire fraud, false representations, and conspiracy to money launder.
US politics
fromKqed
2 days ago

Ice Quietly Opens Another Detention Center in a Former California Prison | KQED

GEO Group opened the Golden State Annex in 2020, promising economic benefits to McFarland while complying with California's legal requirements for immigration detention facilities.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The One Part of the Court System Where Trump's Takeover Plans Have Been a Smashing Success

Trump's administration has aggressively reshaped the immigration court system by removing judges and asserting unilateral control over deportation cases.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Tracking ICE Arrests Inside California Courts | KQED

The Save Willy Act would establish a 'whale desk' at San Francisco's Coast Guard station, creating a centralized place for whale sightings to be reported and mariners to be alerted, helping large ships avoid collisions.
SF politics
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Connecting the bench with the bar': Brooklyn Bar Association holds Judiciary Night | amNewYork

The Brooklyn Bar Association's Judiciary Night fosters connections between judges and attorneys to enhance legal practice and reduce courtroom stress.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Federal Agency Coming for Gender-Affirming Care

The FTC is targeting transgender rights by framing gender-affirming care for minors as a consumer-protection issue.
NYC politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Shocking video shows police throwing gay city councilman to the ground during protest - LGBTQ Nation

New York City Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during an anti-eviction protest in Brooklyn, facing charges for obstructing government administration.
LA Clippers
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Steve Ballmer blasts Aspiration co-founder Joe Sanberg's bid for leniency ahead of sentencing

Joe Sanberg faces a potential 17-year sentence for defrauding investors, including Steve Ballmer, who lost $60 million and suffered reputational damage.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans woman wins $295K after suing state for housing her in male prison - LGBTQ Nation

Oregon settled a lawsuit for $295,000 after a transgender woman faced abuse in a men's prison.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Scott MacFarlane Marvels at Typos' and Bad Grammar' in Kash Patel's Lawsuit

FBI Director Kash Patel's lawsuit against The Atlantic is criticized for numerous typos and poor grammar, raising questions about its validity.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Day Around the Bay: NorCal Man Shot By ICE to Remain In Custody

BART will be running on a limited schedule through the Transbay Tube on Sunday, April 26 as workers replace lights in the tunnel. Trains will be running once every 30 minutes through the day, and two train lines, the Red Line from Richmond to Millbrae and the Green Line from Daly City to Berryessa, won't be running at all.
San Francisco
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

'Glassdoor for Judges' Celebrates Its Second Birthday - Above the Law

The Clerkships Database provides essential feedback on judges, helping law students avoid negative clerkship experiences.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

U.S. Department of Education reopens investigation into LAUSD's Black student achievement program

Federal education officials are investigating LAUSD's Black Student Achievement Plan for potential race-based discrimination after a complaint from a conservative watchdog group.
#daca
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Justice Department makes it easier to deport those with DACA status

The Trump administration is making it easier to deport DACA recipients, weakening protections for many immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Justice Department makes it easier to deport those with DACA status

The Trump administration is making it easier to deport DACA recipients, weakening protections for many immigrants.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I saw the backlash coming': civil rights activist Kimberle Crenshaw on America and race

Federal actions have targeted critical race theory and DEI initiatives, erasing decades of Kimberle Crenshaw's work on intersectionality and systemic racism.
#los-angeles
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Pratt and Raman lead Bass in latest fundraising for L.A. mayoral race

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces strong challengers in the primary, with Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman leading in fundraising efforts.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

LA apartment owners on split court decision over relocation, evictions: Still not enough to justify investment

AAGLA's partial legal victory against Los Angeles ordinances offers some relief but highlights ongoing regulatory challenges for multifamily property owners.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Pratt and Raman lead Bass in latest fundraising for L.A. mayoral race

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces strong challengers in the primary, with Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman leading in fundraising efforts.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

LA apartment owners on split court decision over relocation, evictions: Still not enough to justify investment

AAGLA's partial legal victory against Los Angeles ordinances offers some relief but highlights ongoing regulatory challenges for multifamily property owners.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

DA ordered to release fundraising records related to Stanford protesters

A judge ordered the release of fundraising records related to DA Jeff Rosen's prosecution of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. Board of Supervisors is too deferential to Mayor Lurie, Supervisor Melgar says

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors shows excessive deference to the mayor, impacting legislative effectiveness and collaboration.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
4 days ago

California Demands Trump Withdraw Proposal Targeting Housing for Mixed-Status Families | KQED

Proposed housing policy changes could evict families with mixed immigration status, risking homelessness for up to 30,000 Californians.
#supreme-court
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
LGBT

Supreme Court Blocks California Law Preventing Schools From Outing Kids to Their Parents If They Change Pronouns

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supreme Court forces California to allow teachers to out trans kids - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court blocked California's law protecting trans students from being outed to parents, ruling 6-3 that teachers' religious beliefs override student safety protections.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

The Supreme Court temporarily blocked California's law preventing automatic parental notification when students change pronouns or gender expression at school, siding with religious parents' free exercise claims.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Confidential Supreme Court memos publication sparks legal debates and various significant legal developments are reported.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court Blocks California Law Preventing Schools From Outing Kids to Their Parents If They Change Pronouns

The Supreme Court's conservative majority blocked California's law protecting transgender and nonbinary students' privacy from parents, ruling parents have due process rights to participate in their children's mental health decisions.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supreme Court forces California to allow teachers to out trans kids - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court blocked California's law protecting trans students from being outed to parents, ruling 6-3 that teachers' religious beliefs override student safety protections.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Adams says Mamdani admin shouldn't have moved to drop him in sexual assault case, demands city pay for new private attorney | amNewYork

The city should pay for Eric Adams' private attorney after improperly stopping representation in his sexual assault suit, according to his new lawyer.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Federal judge orders release of Pasadena man who is plaintiff in lawsuit against ICE

A federal judge ordered the release of Isaac Antonio Villegas Molina, prohibiting re-detention without notice and a hearing.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: Stop being so chill, Xavier Becerra. Fight for California's future

Xavier Becerra needed a strong debate performance to distinguish himself but failed to inspire confidence among voters.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
California
fromKqed
3 days ago

Tenants in California Mobile Harm Parks Grapple with Rent Hikes and Evictions | KQED

California's first clergy abuse verdict since 2019 may impact ongoing cases against the Diocese of Oakland.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

10 social workers on leave in Baby Jaxon case as NAACP files complaint against Santa Clara Co.

Ten social workers are on leave amid investigations into the death of two-year-old Baby Jaxon, raising concerns about child welfare practices in Santa Clara County.
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Deputy district attorney says she was retaliated against for whistleblowing

Grayner claims there was a serious conflict of interest between the DA's office and the Alameda County Civil Grand Jury that wasn't properly addressed in 2021 and 2022, the period immediately preceding her hire.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Harmeet Dhillon Is Not Wasting Any Time

Under President Trump's leadership, we have a generational opportunity for a reformation. My goal is to focus on turning the train around and driving in the opposite direction.
Washington DC
#justice-department
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
#california-law
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Law requiring ICE agents to show identification struck down by 9th Circuit

California law requiring federal officers to show ID was struck down by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals for violating federal authority.
Law
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Federal appeals court blocks CA law requiring federal agents to wear identification

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear some form of ID

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court due to constitutional concerns.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Law requiring ICE agents to show identification struck down by 9th Circuit

California law requiring federal officers to show ID was struck down by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals for violating federal authority.
Law
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Federal appeals court blocks CA law requiring federal agents to wear identification

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear some form of ID

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court due to constitutional concerns.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

California court curbs Coastal Commission on building permits

California Supreme Court ruled against the Coastal Commission's denial of building permits, reinforcing local authority in housing development decisions.
SF politics
fromemptywheel
3 days ago

Who's Fooling Whom? How the SPLC Indictment Works - emptywheel

The indictment includes charges of wire fraud, false statements, and conspiracy related to SPLC's financial practices.
Law
fromKqed
3 days ago

Alameda County Public Defender: 'Right to Counsel Is Dead' | KQED

Public defenders in the Bay Area face rising case numbers without increased budgets, leading to ethical concerns and strained resources.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California plaintiff in lawsuit challenging immigration raids arrested by ICE

ICE arrested a plaintiff in an immigration lawsuit, raising concerns of retaliation and prompting an emergency petition for his release.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump administration pushes DoJ to pursue denaturalization cases report

The Trump administration is initiating denaturalization cases against 384 foreign-born US citizens, targeting those who illegally obtained citizenship.
#california-governor-race
SF politics
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Becerra, Steyer Tie For Democratic Lead In Governor's Race Following Endorsements

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer are tied for the Democratic lead in the California governor's race after key endorsements.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Becerra sees momentum, money and movement in the polls in governor's race

Xavier Becerra is gaining momentum in the California governor's race following Eric Swalwell's exit, receiving endorsements and support from key Democratic figures.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Becerra, Steyer Tie For Democratic Lead In Governor's Race Following Endorsements

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer are tied for the Democratic lead in the California governor's race after key endorsements.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Becerra sees momentum, money and movement in the polls in governor's race

Xavier Becerra is gaining momentum in the California governor's race following Eric Swalwell's exit, receiving endorsements and support from key Democratic figures.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Biglaw EO Cases Head To The D.C. Circuit With A Hall-Of-Fame Advocate - And One Very Thirsty Judge - Above the Law

Paul Clement represents law firms challenging Trump's executive orders, emphasizing the case's importance for the First Amendment and the rule of law.
#judicial-diversity
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Social justice

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

The need for more Black male judges in New York City is crucial for fair representation in the judiciary.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Will the Becerra Surge Save or Sink California Democrats?

Xavier Becerra is gaining traction in the California gubernatorial race following Eric Swalwell's withdrawal amid scandal.
fromMission Local
6 days ago

No, Brooke Jenkins does not have an on/off switch for crime

In 2025, crime goes down. Way, way down: Crime drops across the board, homicides reach lows unseen since 'Gunsmoke' was on the air and the DA delivers a forceful warning to Trump's ICE goons.
SF politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Attorneys Often Clog eFiling Systems With Unnecessary Filings - Above the Law

Efiling systems simplify document submission but can lead to unnecessary filings, particularly with letters to counsel that should typically be sent privately.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Bay Area lawyers in Washington DC for Supreme Court birthright citizenship case

"What's at issue is can the president rewrite the Constitution. And basically we are arguing that birthright citizenship is clearly stated in the 14th Amendment and that the Supreme Court actually already decided this issue in 1898," Kohli says.
Social justice
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY's highest court sets new precedent for how police must communicate when making arrests based on shared information | amNewYork

Police must verify information with the officer who entered it before making an arrest based on law enforcement databases.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.23.26 - Above the Law

The Republican county judge's persistent efforts to block Virginia's redistricting have been met with repeated rejections from the state supreme court, raising concerns about judicial overreach.
Law
Law
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

That California Ban on Masked ICE Agents Just Got Struck Down

California's law banning masks for federal agents violates the Supremacy Clause, as states cannot regulate federal agency operations.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California, other states sue to block Trump effort to roll back fair housing protections

In effect, the Trump administration is attempting to roll back civil rights enforcement in housing at the federal level, and pressure states to weaken their own protections as well. That's not just bad policy, it's unlawful.
SF LGBT
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Effort to hold Uber legally responsible for sexual assaults by drivers heads to ballot

Voters will decide if rideshare companies should be liable for sexual assaults during trips in November.
fromKqed
4 days ago

California's Ban on Masked Immigration Agents Struck Down by Federal Appeals Court | KQED

"If a state law directly regulates the conduct of the United States, it is void irrespective of whether the regulated activities are essential to federal functions or operations, and irrespective of the degree to which the state law interferes with federal functions or operations."
Law
Law
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Eastman Disbarred, Sotomayor Apologizes, Ethics Of Cameras In Courtrooms & More - Above the Law

Legal ethics are crucial in maintaining public trust and sincerity in the legal profession.
#legal-blogs
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

California Chief Justice Steps Up Monitoring of Immigration Arrests at Courthouses | KQED

State courts seek coordinated data collection, remote hearings, legal authority education, and legislative protections to safeguard courthouse access and limit federal immigration arrests.
Law
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Humpday Headlines: Judge Fines SF Public Defender For Turning Down Cases

SF Public Defender Mano Raju is hiring 36 new attorneys while facing contempt for turning down cases due to unmanageable caseloads.
Law
from48 hills
1 month ago

Judge sanctions public defender in case that raises critical issues about criminal justice - 48 hills

Public Defender Mano Raju was fined $26,000 for refusing cases due to overwhelming workloads, highlighting systemic issues in public defense funding.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California trial attorneys push bills to rein in 'bad actors' in legal industry

California trial lawyers support bills increasing penalties for attorneys who illegally solicit clients or allow hedge funds to control case strategy.
Law
fromKqed
1 month ago

Why So Many Legal Courts in S.F.? | KQED

San Francisco concentrates multiple levels of state and federal courts in one location, including Superior Court, U.S. District Court, Court of Appeals, and California Supreme Court, which is unusual compared to other states where courts are typically dispersed across state capitals or larger cities.
Law
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Alameda County public defender challenges judge over lack of Black jurors

An Oakland woman facing misdemeanor charges faced trial with an all-white jury after Black prospective jurors were excused for hardships, prompting her defense attorney to request a new jury panel.
#legal-news
[ Load more ]