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Edward O. Lear is the Founding Partner and Trial Attorney at Century Law Group LLP, representing clients across California in complex business disputes, eminent domain, real estate, wildfire litigation, personal injury, and professional license defense. With more than 38 years of trial experience, he is admitted to all California state courts, multiple federal courts, and the Ninth Circuit. A UCLA School of Law graduate and Dartmouth alumnus, Mr. Lear has earned recognition as a Super Lawyer since 2017 and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He practices from Los Angeles and Fair Oaks offices.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Edward O. Lear

What Disciplinary Actions Can Be Taken Against Healthcare Professionals in California? (2025)

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Professional Licensing
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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

“What disciplinary actions can be taken against healthcare professionals in California?” is an important question for anyone who holds such a license. It can be answered by means of the various regulatory boards that oversee professional healthcare licensees within the...

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The Role of Due Process in California Medical License Defense (2025)

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Professional Licensing
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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

When your medical license is in jeopardy, it’s understandable to want to act fast and ensure your defense is strong enough to withstand the licensing board’s investigation. To accomplish this, you will want to hire a professional licensed defense lawyer...

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Step-by-Step Guide to Handling a Contract Dispute (2025)

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Business Litigation
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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

It can be infuriating and overwhelming to handle a contract dispute on your own, especially if you don’t have any prior litigation or contract negotiation experience. You shouldn’t have to handle such a situation on your own. A California business...

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Understanding Fair Market Value in Eminent Domain Cases in California (2025)

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Eminent Domain
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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

Property owners can benefit from understanding fair market value in eminent domain cases in California when their land faces confiscation for governmental projects. The state or a local agency must offer just compensation, generally equivalent to fair market value, when...

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Top Professional Responsibility Lawyers 2025

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News , Wildfire Litigation
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Last Modified on Jul 09, 2025

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How California Doctors Can Defend Their Professional License From Legal Threats 2025

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Professional Licensing
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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

California physicians commit to delivering outstanding patient care, even through extensive work hours and significant professional stress. Nevertheless, even doctors with the highest dedication and skill still risk facing legal actions that might endanger their medical licenses. This requires knowledge...

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