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California Chief Justice Applauds Budget Funds to Improve Civil Courts System

California Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr. proposed $123 million for trial court system upgrades in this year’s state budget. According to Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye, the money is much needed by the state’s trial courts to restore services reduced …

New Hampshire Owners Not Liable if Stolen Gun Used in Crime

The New Hampshire House has voted to grant immunity in civil cases to gun owners whose weapons are stolen and used in the commission of a crime. The House voted 211-151 to send the bill to the Senate after rejecting …

Miss. Court Weighing Damage Limitations

The Mississippi Supreme Court has asked attorneys for more information as it considers whether the state’s limitation on damages in civil cases is constitutional. In an order last month, the court asked attorneys for Sears, Roebuck and Co., and for …

Pennsylvania Bill to Limit Civil Lawsuit Liability Set for Vote

The state Senate’s expected to pass a bill that would limit the liability of defendants in some civil court cases for negligence – a top priority of business groups and Gov. Tom Corbett. Tuesday’s anticipated vote comes a day after …