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California Supreme Court Kills the Jewel Doctrine on a Certified Question

Jewel has now been formally rejected in New York and California. Washington, D.C. is next.

Court :

9th Circuit

California

Kentucky Judge Refuses to Approve a ‘No Seal, No Deal’ Settlement

The parties’ wishes are insufficient to justify sealing.

Court :

6th Circuit

Kentucky

Kentucky Eastern District

Supreme Court Says Insider Status Is Reviewed for Clear Error Under Existing Test

Some justices are critical of the existing test for ruling on non-statutory insider status.

Court :

Supreme Court

Arresting the Debtor During Mediation Is a Very Big No-No

How to ruin a good case: have your adversary arrested during mediation.

Court :

9th Circuit

California

California Central District

Wednesday, February 14, 2018

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Court Administration

Ethics

Practice and Procedure

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