California courts: active proposal on remote appearances in civil proceedings
An active civil and small-claims proposal implements Senate Bill 174, including amendments concerning remote appearances in civil proceedings.
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Court decisions, regulations, and legislation that may affect individuals, families, founders, and businesses — reviewed and reported in clear, practical language. Selected sources last reviewed September 23, 2026.
External items link to third-party reporting.
California governor signs bill limiting investor influence in law-firm litigation decisions
California enacted AB 2305, legislation concerning outside business-entity influence over attorneys’ professional judgment in substantial litigation matters.
U.S. appeals court rejects policy allowing swift deportations to third countries
The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a policy allowing rapid deportation of migrants to third countries without the process the court said was needed to raise safety concerns.
H-1B fee litigation and federal developments
Reporting on the extension of a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications and related litigation and court proceedings.
Recent California Family Law Cases
The California Lawyers Association’s Family Law Section publishes recent California family-law decisions and summaries.
States, cities sue to block immigration rule on public benefits
States, counties, and cities filed lawsuits challenging a federal rule concerning the use of certain public benefits in immigration decisions.
Federal judge restricts warrantless immigration arrests in Southern California
A preliminary injunction restricts certain warrantless immigration arrests in Southern California and requires officers to document probable cause.
In re Marriage of Jessica L., D084336
The published Court of Appeal decision addresses custody and the application of Family Code section 3044 in a case involving a prior domestic-violence finding.
Judicial Ethics Committee issues formal opinion on appointing an attorney spouse of a judicial colleague as minor’s counsel
The California judicial ethics committee issued a formal opinion concerning appointment of an attorney spouse of a judicial colleague as minor’s counsel in a family-law matter.
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