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CA SB1141
Bill
AI Summary
- Increases the amount in controversy threshold for court-ordered mediation from $50,000 to $150,000
- Requires four conditions before a court may order mediation: amount does not exceed $150,000, case is set for trial, at least one party requests mediation, and parties are notified of their option to choose a mediator
- Court must select a mediator at no cost to parties within 15 days if parties cannot stipulate to a mutually agreeable mediator
- Requires all parties and counsel attending mediation to comply with California Rules of Court attendance provisions
- Mediation must conclude no later than 120 days before trial date and cannot delay the scheduled trial
Legislative Description
Mediation: amount in controversy.
Last Action
Returned to Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
8/28/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary5/28/2024
Judiciary2/21/2024
Rules2/14/2024
Full Bill Text
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