The California Supreme Court has five civil cases scheduled for its April calendar, each addressing important questions of labor and insurance law. Independent Contractors or Employees – Class Actions: In Ayala v. Antelope Valley Newspapers, Inc., S206874, the court will address the determination of whether and when common issues dominate in a class action in … Continue Reading
A public utility, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, owns easements across rural properties traversed by its electric transmission lines. The easements typically, as here, authorize PG&E to trim vegetation in the vicinity of its power lines to prevent accidental contacts that can cause fires and related damages. After such a fire caused massive and widespread … Continue Reading
