A proponent of expert testimony must always establish the admissibility criteria of Rule 702 by a preponderance of the evidence. There is no presumption in favor of admission, and the reliability test may also be applied to an expert's reasoning process.
READ MOREThe court of appeals stated that exculpatory agreements in recreational sports do not implicate the public interest and are, therefore, not void as against public policy.
READ MOREUninsured motorist arbitration is not an action under Code Civ. Proc., § 22, and Cal. Rules of Court, rule 1.6, nor is it a special proceeding under Code Civ. Proc., § 23, in the absence of a judicial remedy.
READ MOREIt is with profound sadness that we report the passing of our beloved Douglas Alson Sears. Doug died peacefully on the evening of August 1st,…
READ MORERobert W. Sweetin of Matheny Sears Linkert & Jaime recently obtained a defense verdict following a three-week trial in San Francisco. On June 14,…
READ MORERobert W. Sweetin, Esq. of Matheny, Sears, Linkert & Jaime recently obtained a defense verdict following a 4-week trial in Sonoma County. The plaintiff, a…
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