‘Hitner’ name-change request withdrawn, according to Ohio probate court – San Jose Mercury News (blog)

CBS sports.com 'Hitner' name-change request withdrawn, according to Ohio probate courtSan Jose Mercury News (blog)Rather than ask an Ohio judge to grant a name-change request Tuesday, 49ers safety Donte Whitner withdrew his application to drop the 'W' from his surname, according to the Cuyahoga County Probate Court. Whitner, a Cleveland native, formally filed his …49ers notes: … Read more

Brown vetoes bill to halt probate ‘fee on fee’ gouging – San Jose Mercury News

Brown vetoes bill to halt probate 'fee on fee' gougingSan Jose Mercury NewsAfter years in court, Danny Reed won his fight to protect his savings from a court-appointed trustee and team of lawyers, but on Tuesday a bill intended to help others like the San Jose disabled man stopped short on the governor's desk. Gov. … Read more