Anti-SLAPP Alive and Well in Humboldt County Superior and California Supreme Courts

Imagine you’ve been sued for commenting on a proposed piece of legislation, a political candidate’s qualifications, something that was said or occurred in a prior lawsuit, or a matter of public interest, generally.  Each of those topics certainly feels like an area where you should be able to exercise your First Amendment right to speak your mind, but now you have to … Read More

Federal Assistance for North Coast Crab Fishermen

Humboldt County is famous for its Dungeness crab fishery, and crab fishing is vital to its local economy and the many crab fishermen who harvest the tasty crustaceans.  Unfortunately, this year’s season was canceled due to health concerns from an unacceptable level of a neurotoxin detected in tests. It was today announced that Federal assistance for affected fisherman may be … Read More

End of Life Option Act

The California Legislature recently passed Assembly Bill X215, commonly called the End of Life Option Act. Governor Brown signed the new law on October 5, 2015. It will become effective 91 days after the adjournment of the 2015-2016 second extraordinary session.  The act authorizes an adult who meets certain qualifications, and who has been determined by his or her attending … Read More