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Advocates say state's lemon law needs reform; Arbitration is quicker and better for consumer, they say
While the state’s lemon law – the Song Beverly Consumer Protection Act – has served as a safeguard for car buyers, some attorneys have also used it to extract large fee payments from car manufacturers. -
Recent real estate kickback ruling could trouble future home buyers
The California First District Court of Appeal recently ruled in favor of real estate brokers J. Rockcliff Inc. and Mason McDuffie Real Estate in their appeal to hold arbitration in a matter related to two similar class action lawsuits brought by homeowners. -
Bank of America seeks declaratory relief regarding foreclosure proceedings on condo
SAN FRANCISCO – A financial institution is seeking declaratory relief regarding a foreclosure on a San Francisco condo. -
Pending ruling expected to clarify reach of medical marijuana amendment
WASHINGTON – A pending federal appeals ruling has many medical and recreational marijuana legal observers speculating over how legislation, sponsored by two California law makers, will be interpreted while others are waiting for the ruling itself.