Recent Developments in California Personal Injury Laws
Revised Rules for Medical Damages in Auto Accident Cases
Recent court decisions have clarified that plaintiffs may now present the full billed amount of medical care when seeking damages in certain auto accident cases. This change can significantly affect settlement values and trial outcomes.
Statute of Limitations Reform for Childhood Sexual Assault (AB 1204)
Effective January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill 1204 extends the statute of limitations for civil claims related to childhood sexual assault. Victims now have until age 50, or within 7 years of discovery of harm, to file a lawsuit—whichever is later.
Wildfire Liability Expansion
2025 legislation (SB 789) expands utility company liability for fire-related damages, including broader definitions of negligence and reduced protections for investor-owned utilities.
Caps on Non-Economic Damages in Medical Malpractice (MICRA Reform)
Following the 2023 MICRA reform, 2025 is the second year of gradual increases to non-economic damages caps in medical malpractice cases.
The cap now stands at $390,000 for non-death cases and $590,000 for wrongful death cases, with annual increases continuing through 2033.
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