From the #metoo movement to equal pay for women in Iceland, women’s rights and representation continue to flourish – and courtrooms are no exception.
Man’s best friend is now court-appointed. Last month Nemo, a black lab, was “sworn in” by Judge Nancy Davis at The Superior Court of San Francisco to be an official supportive helper for children who need to testify. This partnership was created by Judge Davis and SFCASA Executive Director Renee Espinoza in an effort to … Read Article
Recent reports of leaked documents are now illuminating the role former EPA Deputy Director Jeff Rowland may have played in covering up evidence.
It is that time of year when courts are publishing their proposed amendments, many to come into effect on January 1st. Staying up-to-date with constantly changing court rules is essential. SmartRules guides are always updated with the latest local rule amendments.
More than 300 judges, court administrators, prosecutors, legislators, and academics from across the nation gathered in New York City on Oct. 8, 2015 in an attempt address and explore solutions to end the horror of human trafficking at The National Summit on Human Trafficking.
Good news for some drivers in California – if you have unpaid traffic fines, you may be eligible for amnesty. In June 2015, a one-time amnesty program was signed into by the governor to address both unpaid traffic and non-traffic infraction tickets.
The court hasn’t merely proposed revisions to GR 15, they have proposed a massive overhaul of the rule.