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28 California opinions name it 2 courts 1918–2025 6 in the last five years
The cases below were cited by California courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.
| Case | Followed | Cited |
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Ramey v. Carolina Life Insurancegreen2 sentences2021A contrary rule would open “ ‘ “a wide door by which a constant temptation is created to commit for profit the most atrocious of crimes.” ’ ” (Ramey, supra, 244 S.C. at p. 27 [ 135 S.E.2d at p. 367 ], italics omitted.) The logic of this rule is national. 2021A contrary rule would open “ ‘ “a wide door by which a constant temptation is created to commit for profit the most atrocious of crimes.” ’ ” (Ramey, supra, 244 S.C. at p. 27 [ 135 S.E.2d at p. 367 ], italics omitted.) The logic of this rule is national. | 3 | 3 |
People v. McDermottgreen2 sentences2005(See People v. McDermott (2002) 28 Cal.4th 946, 1003 [ 123 Cal.Rptr.2d 654 , 51 P.3d 874 ].) IX. 2005(See People v. McDermott (2002) 28 Cal.4th 946, 1003 [ 123 Cal.Rptr.2d 654 , 51 P.3d 874 ].) IX. | 2 | 2 |
Roberts v. Ball, Hunt, Hart, Brown & Baerwitzgreen2 sentences1977Corp. (1963) 59 Cal.2d 618 , 620 ,[ 30 Cal.Rptr. 821 , 381 P.2d 645 ]; see also Roberts v. Ball, Hunt, Hart, Brown & Baerwitz (1976) 57 Cal.App.3d 104 [ 128 Cal.Rptr. 901 ].) The facts of the present case do not bring it within this exception, nor does it appear that the logic of this exception to the general rule of nonliability would support its extension to the case of the liability of a surety in probate proceedings of this kind. 1977Corp. (1963) 59 Cal.2d 618 , 620 ,[ 30 Cal.Rptr. 821 , 381 P.2d 645 ]; see also Roberts v. Ball, Hunt, Hart, Brown & Baerwitz (1976) 57 Cal.App.3d 104 [ 128 Cal.Rptr. 901 ].) The facts of the present case do not bring it within this exception, nor does it appear that the logic of this exception to the general rule of nonliability would support its extension to the case of the liability of a surety in probate proceedings of this kind. | 2 | 2 |
Prentice v. North American Title Guaranty Corp.green2 sentences1977Corp. (1963) 59 Cal.2d 618 , 620 ,[ 30 Cal.Rptr. 821 , 381 P.2d 645 ]; see also Roberts v. Ball, Hunt, Hart, Brown & Baerwitz (1976) 57 Cal.App.3d 104 [ 128 Cal.Rptr. 901 ].) The facts of the present case do not bring it within this exception, nor does it appear that the logic of this exception to the general rule of nonliability would support its extension to the case of the liability of a surety in probate proceedings of this kind. 1977Corp. (1963) 59 Cal.2d 618 , 620 ,[ 30 Cal.Rptr. 821 , 381 P.2d 645 ]; see also Roberts v. Ball, Hunt, Hart, Brown & Baerwitz (1976) 57 Cal.App.3d 104 [ 128 Cal.Rptr. 901 ].) The facts of the present case do not bring it within this exception, nor does it appear that the logic of this exception to the general rule of nonliability would support its extension to the case of the liability of a surety in probate proceedings of this kind. | 1 | 2 |
People v. Watsongreen1 sentence2017Accordingly, in evaluating prejudice, the relevant inquiry is whether it is "reasonably probable" defendant would have obtained a more favorable result had the trial court given the instruction we approve today. ( Watson , at p. 836, 299 P.2d 243 .) We conclude that it is not. | 1 | 1 |
People v. Heckergreen2 sentences2000Striking a witness’s entire testimony is, of course, a “drastic solution,” only to be employed “after less severe means are considered.” (People v. Reynolds, supra, 152 Cal.App.3d at pp. 47-48; accord, People v. Hecker (1990) 219 Cal.App.3d 1238, 1248 [ 268 Cal.Rptr. 884 ].) The logic of this rule applies as much to the situation in which the person who refuses to disclose is a defense witness as to that in which it is the defendant himself, as the refusal of a defense witness to submit to proper cross-examination may corrupt the factfinding process as much as the refusal to submit of the defe 2000Striking a witness’s entire testimony is, of course, a “drastic solution,” only to be employed “after less severe means are considered.” (People v. Reynolds, supra, 152 Cal.App.3d at pp. 47-48; accord, People v. Hecker (1990) 219 Cal.App.3d 1238, 1248 [ 268 Cal.Rptr. 884 ].) The logic of this rule applies as much to the situation in which the person who refuses to disclose is a defense witness as to that in which it is the defendant himself, as the refusal of a defense witness to submit to proper cross-examination may corrupt the factfinding process as much as the refusal to submit of the defe | 1 | 1 |
Humboldt County v. Van Duzergreen1 sentence1992In Humboldt County v. Van Duzer (1920) 48 Cal.App. 640, 643 [ 192 P. 192 ], the court, finding that the rights of the public in a dedicated road leading to a ferry landing followed the landing as it moved with the changing course of the river: “The law of accretion would apply to the county’s property [i.e., to the road] as well as to the defendants.” As file state here points out, such a rule has been recognized in other jurisdictions. | 1 | 1 |
Lowenfield v. Phelpsgreen2 sentences1991Counsel’s failure to request the instruction even though it had been discussed “indicates that the potential for [prejudice] argued now was not apparent to one on the spot.” (Lowenfield v. Phelps (1988) 484 U.S. 231, 240 [ 98 L.Ed.2d 568, 579 , 108 S.Ct. 546 ].) The instruction was required only on request. 1991Counsel’s failure to request the instruction even though it had been discussed “indicates that the potential for [prejudice] argued now was not apparent to one on the spot.” (Lowenfield v. Phelps (1988) 484 U.S. 231, 240 [ 98 L.Ed.2d 568, 579 , 108 S.Ct. 546 ].) The instruction was required only on request. | 1 | 1 |
People v. Joynergreen2 sentences1986We find in Afiles support for this interpretation by that court’s omission of the words “under sentence” and “of imprisonment” in favor of the more general word “term”: “The court need only determine that the defendant was not already serving a term for an unrelated offense when restraints related to the new charge were imposed on him, . ...” (In re Atiles, supra, 33 Cal.3d at p. 810 ; see People v. Joyner (1984) 161 Cal.App.3d 364, 370 [ 207 Cal.Rptr. 636 ], White P. J., dissenting.) Our application oí Rojas and Afiles is consistent with the Legislature’s intent, as evidenced by section 2900. 1986We find in Afiles support for this interpretation by that court’s omission of the words “under sentence” and “of imprisonment” in favor of the more general word “term”: “The court need only determine that the defendant was not already serving a term for an unrelated offense when restraints related to the new charge were imposed on him, . ...” (In re Atiles, supra, 33 Cal.3d at p. 810 ; see People v. Joyner (1984) 161 Cal.App.3d 364, 370 [ 207 Cal.Rptr. 636 ], White P. J., dissenting.) Our application oí Rojas and Afiles is consistent with the Legislature’s intent, as evidenced by section 2900. | 1 | 1 |
People v. Cummingsgreen2 sentences1983Being incapable of larcenous asportation, it was not regarded as requiring at the hands of the criminal law the same protection as personalty." (Italics added.) ( People v. Cummings (1896) 114 Cal. 437, 440 [ 46 P. 284 ].) When restricted to land, the logic of the rule was unassailable. 1983Being incapable of larcenous asportation, it was not regarded as requiring at the hands of the criminal law the same protection as personalty." (Italics added.) ( People v. Cummings (1896) 114 Cal. 437, 440 [ 46 P. 284 ].) When restricted to land, the logic of the rule was unassailable. | 1 | 1 |
People v. Masongreen2 sentences1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. 1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. | 1 | 1 |
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Bernhard v. Bank of America National Trust & Saving Association
green
2 sentences2025Trust & Savings Assn. (1942) 19 Cal.2d 807, 812-813 .) Applying the logic of claim 13 preclusion to the revival provision of section 340.1, subdivision (q), Family Services argues that a claim for damages based on derivative liability should not be revived. 2025Trust & Savings Assn. (1942) 19 Cal.2d 807, 812-813 .) Applying the logic of claim 13 preclusion to the revival provision of section 340.1, subdivision (q), Family Services argues that a claim for damages based on derivative liability should not be revived. | 2 | 2025–2025 |
Little Sespe Consolidated Oil Co. v. Bacigalupi
green
2 sentences1933Oil Co. v. Bacigalupi, 167 Cal. 381 [ 139 Pac. 802 ].) We see no escape from the logic of the rule so invoked and its application to the conditions here presented for our consideration.” There is a marked difference between that case and the present one. 1933Oil Co. v. Bacigalupi, 167 Cal. 381 [ 139 Pac. 802 ].) We see no escape from the logic of the rule so invoked and its application to the conditions here presented for our consideration.” There is a marked difference between that case and the present one. | 2 | 1918–1933 |
Rebney v. Wells Fargo Bank
green
1 sentence2021It is clearly unproductive to deprive a trial court of the opportunity to correct such a purported defect by allowing a litigant to raise the claimed error for the first time on appeal.’ ” (Rebney v. Wells Fargo Bank (1991) 232 Cal.App.3d 1344, 1350 .) The logic of this rule is even stronger in bail forfeiture proceedings because of the strict time limits applicable in these cases.3 As we noted above, the trial court is required to enter summary judgment once the appearance period has expired, but must act within 90 days. | 1 | 2021–2021 |
PG Publishing Co v. Carol Aichele
green
2 sentences2019The logic analysis requires a court to consider “ ‘whether public access plays a significant positive role in the functioning of the particular process in question.’ ” (PG Pub., supra, 705 F.3d at p. 110 .) The Supreme Court has identified various utilitarian attributes or benefits of open trials, which help explain why they are entitled to constitutional protection: (1) they “enhance the performance and accuracy of trial proceedings, educate the public, and serve a ‘therapeutic’ value to the community”; (2) they “serve to demonstrate that justice is meted out fairly, thereby promoting public 2019The logic analysis requires a court to consider “ ‘whether public access plays a significant positive role in the functioning of the particular process in question.’ ” (PG Pub., supra, 705 F.3d at p. 110 .) The Supreme Court has identified various utilitarian attributes or benefits of open trials, which help explain why they are entitled to constitutional protection: (1) they “enhance the performance and accuracy of trial proceedings, educate the public, and serve a ‘therapeutic’ value to the community”; (2) they “serve to demonstrate that justice is meted out fairly, thereby promoting public | 1 | 2019–2019 |
People v. Breverman
green
2 sentences2017(See Breverman , supra , 19 Cal.4th 142 , 164-178, 77 Cal.Rptr.2d 870 , 960 P.2d 1094 .) Here, defendant is arguing that the trial court failed to instruct on lesser related offenses, and it follows from the logic of our analysis in Breverman that such an error should likewise be reviewed for prejudice under the Watson standard. 2017(See Breverman , supra , 19 Cal.4th 142 , 164-178, 77 Cal.Rptr.2d 870 , 960 P.2d 1094 .) Here, defendant is arguing that the trial court failed to instruct on lesser related offenses, and it follows from the logic of our analysis in Breverman that such an error should likewise be reviewed for prejudice under the Watson standard. | 1 | 2017–2017 |
Duplan Corporation v. Deering Milliken, Inc.
green
1 sentence2008It ought to be strictly confined within the narrowest possible limits consistent with the logic of its principle.’ ” (Duplan Corporation v. Deering Milliken, Inc. (D.S.C. 1975) 397 F.Supp. 1146, 1162 .) 6 We reject plaintiffs’ contention that section 919 sets forth the exclusive circumstances under which coercion arises. | 1 | 2008–2008 |
Fost v. Superior Court
green
2 sentences2001A criminal defendant's federal constitutional right to a fair trial, and specifically the Sixth Amendment right `to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor,' cannot be deemed to include the right to call a witness who cannot be subjected to proper cross-examination...." ( Fost v. Superior Court, supra, 80 Cal.App.4th 724, 735-736 , 95 Cal.Rptr.2d 620 , fn. omitted.) In this case, we find no abuse of discretion in the trial court's decision to strike Johnson's testimony in its entirety when Johnson refused to testify about the firearm found in the car on the night of August 2001A criminal defendant's federal constitutional right to a fair trial, and specifically the Sixth Amendment right `to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor,' cannot be deemed to include the right to call a witness who cannot be subjected to proper cross-examination...." ( Fost v. Superior Court, supra, 80 Cal.App.4th 724, 735-736 , 95 Cal.Rptr.2d 620 , fn. omitted.) In this case, we find no abuse of discretion in the trial court's decision to strike Johnson's testimony in its entirety when Johnson refused to testify about the firearm found in the car on the night of August | 1 | 2001–2001 |
Stutz Motor Car of America, Inc. v. Reebok International, Ltd.
green
2 sentences2000(Stutz Motor Car of America v. Reebok Intern., Ltd., supra, 909 F.Supp. 1353 .) 8 Glue-Fold insists that the logic of applying the rule to the cause of action for breach should extend to. its last claim. *1030 This skirmishing illuminates a number of intriguing byways, but we have no need to explore them. 2000(Stutz Motor Car of America v. Reebok Intern., Ltd., supra, 909 F.Supp. 1353 .) 8 Glue-Fold insists that the logic of applying the rule to the cause of action for breach should extend to. its last claim. *1030 This skirmishing illuminates a number of intriguing byways, but we have no need to explore them. | 1 | 2000–2000 |
People v. Zapien
green
2 sentences2000Proc., rule 24(c)(3), as amended Apr. 29, 1999, effective Dec 1, 1999 [empowering court to retain alternates after deliberations commence and to replace regular juror with alternate during deliberations].) [18] Of course, the decisions of lower federal courts are not binding on us; they have only persuasive force. ( People v. Zapien (1993) 4 Cal.4th 929, 989 , 17 Cal.Rptr.2d 122 , 846 P.2d 704 .) Further the logic of a rule which would require a court to retain a juror, where that juror has committed misconduct but may also have difficulty with the sufficiency of the evidence, escapes us. 2000Proc., rule 24(c)(3), as amended Apr. 29, 1999, effective Dec 1, 1999 [empowering court to retain alternates after deliberations commence and to replace regular juror with alternate during deliberations].) [18] Of course, the decisions of lower federal courts are not binding on us; they have only persuasive force. ( People v. Zapien (1993) 4 Cal.4th 929, 989 , 17 Cal.Rptr.2d 122 , 846 P.2d 704 .) Further the logic of a rule which would require a court to retain a juror, where that juror has committed misconduct but may also have difficulty with the sufficiency of the evidence, escapes us. | 1 | 2000–2000 |
People v. Mattson
red
2 sentences1998In People v. Mattson (1984) 37 Cal.3d 85 [ 207 Cal.Rptr. 278 , 688 P.2d 887 ], we concluded that “the corpus delicti of felony-based special circumstances must be established independently of an accused’s extrajudicial statements.” (Id. at p. 94.) We reached that conclusion on the basis of former section 190.4, subdivision (a), requiring that the underlying felony “be charged and proved pursuant to the general law applying to the trial and conviction of the crime.” Proving the underlying felony “pursuant to the general law,” we reasoned in Mattson , included satisfying the corpus delicti rule 1998In People v. Mattson (1984) 37 Cal.3d 85 [ 207 Cal.Rptr. 278 , 688 P.2d 887 ], we concluded that “the corpus delicti of felony-based special circumstances must be established independently of an accused’s extrajudicial statements.” (Id. at p. 94.) We reached that conclusion on the basis of former section 190.4, subdivision (a), requiring that the underlying felony “be charged and proved pursuant to the general law applying to the trial and conviction of the crime.” Proving the underlying felony “pursuant to the general law,” we reasoned in Mattson , included satisfying the corpus delicti rule | 1 | 1998–1998 |
Garzoli v. Workmen's Compensation Appeals Board
green
2 sentences1996App. Bd. (1970) 2 Cal.3d 502 [ 86 Cal.Rptr. 1 , 467 P.2d 833 ]. 1996App. Bd. (1970) 2 Cal.3d 502 [ 86 Cal.Rptr. 1 , 467 P.2d 833 ]. | 1 | 1996–1996 |
People v. Mendoza
green
2 sentences1995For example, in People v. Mendoza (1987) 192 Cal.App.3d 667 [ 238 Cal.Rptr. 1 ] the Court of Appeal affirmed the trial court’s judgment convicting defendant of false imprisonment and attempted rape. 1995For example, in People v. Mendoza (1987) 192 Cal.App.3d 667 [ 238 Cal.Rptr. 1 ] the Court of Appeal affirmed the trial court’s judgment convicting defendant of false imprisonment and attempted rape. | 1 | 1995–1995 |
In Re Atiles
green
1 sentence1986We find in Afiles support for this interpretation by that court’s omission of the words “under sentence” and “of imprisonment” in favor of the more general word “term”: “The court need only determine that the defendant was not already serving a term for an unrelated offense when restraints related to the new charge were imposed on him, . ...” (In re Atiles, supra, 33 Cal.3d at p. 810 ; see People v. Joyner (1984) 161 Cal.App.3d 364, 370 [ 207 Cal.Rptr. 636 ], White P. J., dissenting.) Our application oí Rojas and Afiles is consistent with the Legislature’s intent, as evidenced by section 2900. | 1 | 1986–1986 |
Mason v. California
neutral
1 sentence1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. | 1 | 1964–1964 |
Zahner v. Benson
neutral
1 sentence1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. | 1 | 1964–1964 |
People v. Brown
green
2 sentences1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. 1964(People v. Mason, 184 Cal.App.2d 317, 367-368 [ 7 Cal.Rptr. 627 ], cert. den. 366 U.S. 904 [ 81 S.Ct. 1046 , 6 L.Ed.2d 203 ].) Moreover, it has been held that a husband can be convicted of conspiracy with others against his wife (People v. Brown, 131 Cal.App.2d 643 [ 281 P.2d 319 ]), and *881 the logic of this rule would extend to a wife who conspires with others against her husband. | 1 | 1964–1964 |
Updike v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
green
1 sentence1958Rev., 88 F.2d 807, 813 , that, in determining the value of an annuity promised to be paid to a transferor in consideration of a transfer of property to the transferee, the net income received from the transferred property or at least the income which the transferor might have normally been expected to have received from the transferred property or on its commuted value, must be deducted in determining the value of the consideration (annuity) given for the transferred property. | 1 | 1958–1958 |
Fidelity Union Trust Co. v. Thayer-Martin
green
2 sentences1958We see no escape from the logic of the principle enunciated in Fidelity Union Trust Co. v. Thayer-Martin, 118 N.J.L. 277 [ 192 A. 74, 80 ] and Updike v. Commissioner of Int. 1958We see no escape from the logic of the principle enunciated in Fidelity Union Trust Co. v. Thayer-Martin, 118 N.J.L. 277 [ 192 A. 74, 80 ] and Updike v. Commissioner of Int. | 1 | 1958–1958 |
Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.
Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.