Civil actions: mediation.
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill allows the Superior Court of Los Angeles County to order any civil case into mediation, regardless of the amount in controversy, starting January 1, 2027. It mandates up to three hours of free mediation services and allows remote participation. The court must report data on mediation cases to the legislature annually until January 1, 2032, and the bill will then be repealed.
Key provisions
- The Superior Court of Los Angeles County can order any civil case into mediation.
- The $75,000 limit on the amount in controversy for mediation is removed.
- Cases ordered to mediation are entitled to up to three hours of free mediation services.
- Parties can participate in mediation remotely.
- Mediation cannot be used to delay trial dates or expedited procedures.
- The court must report data on mediation cases to the legislature annually.
Who is affected
- Parties involved in civil lawsuits
- Los Angeles County Superior Court
- Individuals involved in civil disputes
- Mediators
- The California Legislature
Notable changes
- Eliminates the $75,000 limit on the amount in controversy for mediation in Los Angeles County.
- Authorizes mediation for any civil case in Los Angeles County, rather than just those meeting specific criteria.
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