Law Offices of Daniel J. O'Connell

07/01/2023

Some new laws starting July 1, 2023:

New laws implemented in California on July 1, 2023, encapsulate a number of subjects,...

01/30/2021

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/california/california-governor-signs-law-extending-eviction-protections/2453989/

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law that extends eviction protections through the end of June

01/21/2021

This was bound to happen:

San Mateo County’s district attorney on Thursday warned residents to be on alert for scams related to the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.

01/03/2021

Ignorance of the law is not a defense...

Here are the most noteworthy, interesting and wide-reaching laws that will take effect in...

12/31/2020

Good resource for federal CDC eviction protections:

12/05/2020

Interesting reading, if you like reading redacted legal papers, like me. Who will these scum turn out to be?

The Justice Department is investigating a potential crime related to funneling money to the White House or related political committee in exchange for a presidential pardon, according to court records unsealed Tuesday in federal court.

09/10/2020

Here’s one way to get out of jury duty (not advisable):

A potential juror in the Casey Anthony trial is found in contempt by Judge Belvin Perry.

08/20/2020

Corona-Court-Craziness. “Jurors are not allowed to go out for lunch. Instead, lunch will be provided.” U.S. District Court, Southern District of California. (8/11/20, reported in Daily Journal)
I wonder what’s for lunch? Prison food?

08/11/2020

Join the Eviction Defenders (of Eviction Defense Collaborative, Legal Aid for the Elderly, Homeless Advocacy Project, Bay Area Legal Aid and more) to rally for tenants' protections.

08/11/2020

https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/Uber-Lyft-must-convert-California-drivers-into-15473205.php

Uber and Lyft were ordered to convert their California drivers from independent contractors to employees with benefits, an early loss in a court battle the gig economy cannot afford to lose. The judge's ruling Monday will not be the last word: The ride-hailing companies are expected to appeal the fa...

07/22/2020

What a mess:

Potential jurors were distracted or absent during a virtual voir dire that was “riddled with various problems,” according to a mistrial motion filed on behalf of an asbestos defendant.

07/02/2020

This is a good resource for voting rights, finding your voting place, reporting abuse, etc. – for all States of the Union.

Get help registering to vote or find tools to help others register Find tools to request an abse...