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Gabbert v. Conn
Prosecutor isn't entitled to qualified immunity for executing search warrant against criminal defense attorney.
Civil Rights Sep. 9, 1999
Fajardo v. County of Los Angeles
Upholding practice of treating domestic violence 9-1-1 calls differently, on assumption that such calls involve less injury, is erroneous.
Civil Rights Sep. 3, 1999
Bay Area Addiction Research and Treatment Inc. v. City of Antioch
Zoning ordinances which prevent approval of drug treatment facility violate American with Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act.
Civil Rights Sep. 3, 1999
In re Locks
Defendant found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to state hospital is entitled to hearing to determine competency to refuse medication.
Civil Rights Sep. 2, 1999
Newman v. American Airlines Inc.
If sufficient evidence shows airline acts unreasonably in refusing passage, summary judgment in Air Carrier Access Act claim is improper.
Civil Rights Aug. 6, 1999
Ellis v. City of San Diego
Doctor who performs medical procedure without plaintiff's consent, isn't shielded from civil rights suit under California's Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act.
Civil Rights Aug. 6, 1999
Onossian v. Block
Police officers are insulated from constitutional attack for injuries caused while justifiably chasing criminal suspect.
Civil Rights Aug. 6, 1999
Carlo v. City of Chino
Arrestee's state statutory right to post-booking telephone call creates liberty interest protected by due process.
Civil Rights Aug. 4, 1999
Mockaitis v. Harcleroad
Seizure of recording of inmate's confession to priest violates Fourth Amendment and statutory rights.
Civil Rights Aug. 4, 1999
Ellis v. City of San Diego
Doctor who performs medical procedure without plaintiff's consent, isn't shielded from civil rights suit under California's Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act.
Civil Rights Aug. 4, 1999
Newman v. American Airlines Inc.
If sufficient evidence shows airline acts unreasonably in refusing passage, summary judgment in Air Carrier Access Act claim is improper.
Civil Rights Aug. 2, 1999
Roe v. City and County of San Francisco
Prosecutor enjoys absolute immunity from liability for decision not to prosecute police officer's cases.
Civil Rights Jul. 30, 1999
Collins v. Jordan
No qualified immunity for police chief who ordered preemptive arrests and dispersal of peaceful protesters.
Civil Rights Jul. 29, 1999
Smoot v. The City of Placentia
Proof standard for claim of loss of child's companionship is 'deliberate indifference or reckless disregard.'
Civil Rights Jul. 28, 1999
United States v. California Mobile Home Park Opinion Management Co.
Landlord can assess guest and parking fees for handicapped resident's caregiver without violating Fair Housing Act.
Civil Rights Jul. 27, 1999
Marks v. Clarke
Search warrant for all persons on premises doesn't entitle officer to qualified immunity for searching non-suspects.
Civil Rights Jul. 27, 1999
Marks v. Clarke
Search warrant for all persons on premises doesn't entitle officer to qualified immunity for searching non-suspects.
Civil Rights Jul. 27, 1999
Jones v. KMART Corporation
Suspected shoplifter cannot recover unreasonable search and seizure without state action.
Civil Rights Jul. 26, 1999
County of Los Angeles v. Superior Court
Emotional distress claims in civil rights action for sexual harassment and discrimination survive plaintiff's death.
Civil Rights Jul. 26, 1999
Torres v. City of Santa Ana
Notice to appear doesn't toll limitations period for filing complaint alleging arrest using excessive force.
Civil Rights Jul. 25, 1999
Gilligan v. Jamco Development Corp.
Pleadings in housing discrimination suit need not allege each element of prima facie case.
Civil Rights Jul. 25, 1999
City and County of San Francisco v. Bullock
Failure to prove civil rights violation based on rezoning issue requires summary adjudication.
Civil Rights Jul. 19, 1999
Arizonans For Official English v. Arizona
State employee's resignation to pursue private sector work renders action on state constitutional issue moot.
Civil Rights Jul. 16, 1999
Board of the County Commissioners of Bryan County, Oklahoma v. Brown
County isn't liable for sheriff's decision to hire deputy without adequately screening driving and criminal records.
Civil Rights Jul. 13, 1999
Forrett v. Richardson
Police can use deadly force against probably armed, violent felony suspect using desperate escape measures.
Civil Rights Jul. 13, 1999
Blessing v. Freestone
Social Security Act's Title IV-D doesn't give individuals federal right to force state agency compliance.
Civil Rights Jul. 11, 1999
Thompson v. Mahre
No 'knock-notice' requirement if officers execute warrant regarding suspected drug dealer with possible warning.
Civil Rights Jul. 9, 1999
Luke v. Abbott
An official-capacity officer as named defendant in a civil rights case is improper.
Civil Rights Jul. 7, 1999
Johnson v. Knowles
Direct primary election of county party central committee doesn't meet state action requirement for discrimination claim.
Civil Rights Jun. 29, 1999
Saman v. Robbins
There's no excessive force when suspect is kicked and pushed to the ground by police officer for safety reasons.
Civil Rights Jun. 29, 1999