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Dudensing Law Team Publishes C-TAPP Phase 2 Analysis in the Daily Journal

October 20, 2025
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Dudensing Law is proud to share that firm founder Ed Dudensing and Law Clerk Connor James recently co-authored a feature article in the Daily Journal titled “Preparing for C-TAPP Phase 2: What California lawyers need to know.” Their insights offer an in-depth look at the State Bar of California’s upcoming Client Trust Account Protection Program (C-TAPP) Phase 2, and what it means for lawyers across the state.

As Ed and Connor explain, “California attorneys should brace for Phase 2 of the State Bar’s Client Trust Account Protection Program (C-TAPP), which will require mandatory, State Bar-initiated audits of client trust accounts — costing firms thousands of dollars and imposing strict new accounting, recordkeeping, and compliance obligations.”

Under Phase 2, the State Bar will select firms for compliance reviews, which must be conducted by a State Bar-approved CPA. The projected costs range from $3,000 to $15,000, with some estimates reaching as high as $25,000. “Solo and small firms will face significant financial and administrative effects,” the authors note.

The piece outlines the new compliance requirements, including three-way reconciliations. It also warns of the broader implications for confidentiality and professional liability: “Should a C-TAPP audit uncover shortages, mismanagement, or substandard recordkeeping, lawyers could face not only discipline, but also malpractice claims or civil liability.”

Ed and Connor finish their piece by urging attorneys to act: “Attorneys who prepare now will be better prepared for the transition and avoid the risks that come with inadequate systems.”

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Ed Dudensing Named a Top 100 Lawyer in California by the Daily Journal

September 18, 2025
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Dudensing Law is proud to announce that founder Ed Dudensing has been named to the Daily Journal’s prestigious list of The Top 100 Lawyers in California.

The Top 100 Lawyers is an annual list published by the Daily Journal, a California legal publication, recognizing the top 100 lawyers in the state based on their accomplishments, reputation, and contributions to the legal community. The list highlights exceptional lawyers across various practice areas. The selection is made from the 196,000 lawyers currently practicing law in the State of California.

For more than two decades, Ed has been a national leader in elder abuse and neglect litigation, exclusively representing vulnerable individuals and their families. He has secured three of the largest elder abuse verdicts in California history and is widely regarded as one of the country’s foremost elder abuse attorneys.

Ed’s inclusion on the Top 100 list reflects both his extraordinary trial record and his dedication to protecting the rights of older Americans.

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Ed Dudensing Speaks to Importance of Federal Assisted Living Legislation Following Tragic Fire in Massachusetts

July 18, 2025
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On Sunday, July 13, a devastating fire broke out at The Gabriel House, an assisted living facility in Massachusetts, resulting in the deaths of 10 residents and injuring more than 25 others. The tragedy highlights serious national concerns around fire safety, emergency preparedness, and chronic understaffing in assisted living facilities.

The Hill reported on the incident and spoke with Dudensing Law Founder Ed Dudensing. Ed shared his perspective on the systemic failures behind such tragedies and stressed the urgent need for comprehensive federal legislation to regulate and protect residents in assisted living settings.

“There needs to be more regulation standards when it comes to overseeing assisted living facilities on a federal level.”

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Dudensing Law secured an $8 million recovery for the family of a man who lost his leg after a California skilled nursing facility failed to monitor his known vascular disease.

Despite the facility's own care plan promising to watch for complications, staff never checked his pulses, skin color, or circulation even though he reported leg pain on at least 25 of his 28 days there. By the time staff responded to the emergency, his leg had lost blood flow and could not be saved.

If your loved one has suffered neglect in a care facility, contact Dudensing Law for a free consultation: dudensinglaw.com/contact/

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Weve launched a new

We've launched a new podcast page on the Dudensing Law website where you can find every episode featuring our Founder, Ed Dudensing.

From breaking down nine-figure verdicts to unpacking the systemic issues behind long-term care facility neglect, Ed has sat down with shows across the legal industry to talk about what it really takes to hold negligent long-term care facilities accountable.

Catch up on past episodes and stay tuned for new ones: dudensinglaw.com/podcasts-featuring-ed-dudensing/
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Dudensing Law wrapped up summer with some friendly competition! Our team – along with our summer associates – closed out the season by stepping into the spotlight as the stars of their own game show.

We’re grateful for the hard work, dedication, and contributions they made throughout the summer, and we enjoyed celebrating their time with our team.

Learn more about working at Dudensing Law here: dudensinglaw.com/careers/

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We are excited to highlight one of our summer clerks, Rebab Alkhafaji.

Rebab is a rising 2L at UC Davis School of Law. Before law school, Rebab worked as a social worker in adult services, advocating directly for older and vulnerable adults in the community. That firsthand experience translates seamlessly to the firm's mission of holding institutions accountable for the harm done to those in their care.

Welcome to the team, Rebab!

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Dudensing Law secured a $3 million recovery for the family of a man who died after becoming septic from a “large and obvious" facial infection that a California skilled nursing facility failed to document or address. Despite his loved one repeatedly warning staff about his fall risk, he suffered at least 10 falls, including one incident in which he was found unattended outside in 100-degree heat, bleeding.

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