On the Dangers of Finding a Cite and Calling It Quits

Rodriguez v. Brill, No. F068518 (D5 Feb. 20, 2015)

This case touches on what, to me, is one of the most significant questions of practical appellate jurisprudence: In issuing a reasoned decision, what is the court’s obligation to independently research issues that are presented by the parties, but not thoroughly briefed? (Or, for that matter, issues that appear to be thoroughly briefed, but aren’t.)