California SB29 amends civil actions to allow damages for pain, suffering, or disfigurement in certain cases.

California SB29 modifies Section 377.34 of the Code of Civil Procedure to permit damages for pain, suffering, or disfigurement in actions or proceedings by a decedent’s personal representative or successor in interest. The Judicial Council must report to the Legislature on these judgments, consent judgments, or court-approved settlement agreements from January 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026. The report must include details such as the date the action was filed, the date of final disposition, and the amount and type of damages awarded.

California SB29 amends civil actions to allow damages for pain, suffering, or disfigurement in certain cases.

California SB29 modifies Section 377.34 of the Code of Civil Procedure to permit damages for pain, suffering, or disfigurement in actions or proceedings by a decedent’s personal representative or successor in interest. The Judicial Council must report to the Legislature on these judgments, consent judgments, or court-approved settlement agreements from January 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026. The report must include details such as the date the action was filed, the date of final disposition, and the amount and type of damages awarded.