CA AB1878

Requires alleged aggrieved parties to provide written notice to property owners before filing disability access violation claims against microbusinesses, specifying the location, date, and nature of alleged violations.

Allows property owners 30 days to respond by either committing to make improvements, challenging the validity of violations, or stating violations have already been corrected with supporting evidence.

Grants property owners 120 days to remedy violations and apply for necessary permits if they commit to making improvements, during which time no lawsuit may be filed.

Limits damages to special damages only if property owners make improvements or apply for permits; prevents recovery of other damages or attorney's fees for claims arising from the same or similar facts.

Requires courts and juries to consider any previous or pending damage awards received by the plaintiff for the same or similar injury when determining damages.