LA Fires
May 29, 2026
Judge signals skepticism toward Edison bid to spread Eaton Fire liability
A Los Angeles judge indicated she may dismiss Southern California Edison's cross-claims against Los Angeles County and a local water district, questioning whether broad governmental immunity bars liability tied to wildfire response decisions.
A Los Angeles judge overseeing the coordinated Eaton Fire cases indicated Thursday that she was inclined to sustain Los Angeles County's demurrer to Southern California Edison's cross-claims seeking to spread liability for the January 2025 wildfire.
During a hearing, Superior Court Judge Laura A. Seigle repeatedly questioned whether Edison's attorneys at Hueston Hennigan LLP had adequately alleged mandatory county duties that could overcome broad governmental immunitie...
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