James L. Porter
Proposition to Speed up Death Penalty Process - Likely Dead
The November 8, 2016 California ballot included two death penalty-related…
Porter's Lame Attempt at Humor
I’m just plain out of ideas for writing a Law Review this week.…
California's Recreational Use and Trail Immunity Laws
One of the many benefits of our Sierra Region is the wide variety…
Contractors: Remember Prompt Payment Laws
Overview: Today’s Law Review is geared to builders. The California…
Banana Republic Sued for Advertising "40% Discount"
Overview: Banana Republic frequently features ‘40% off’ sales,…
Buying a "Certified" Used Car
Overview: Is there any advantage when buying a used car in California…
May a City Regulate Ugly Antennas?
This San Francisco‑based Court of Appeal decision balances…
Starbucks Challenged for Withholding Taxes for Tips
Overview: Starbucks was sued in a class action (Fredrickson v.…
Federal Court Upholds TRPA Regional Plan
Overview: In a long awaited decision, the Ninth Circuit Court…
Cal Fire Mutual Aid Firefighting Agreements
Overview: This Law Review, as Jim Porter himself writes is ‘genuinely…