WhiteMemorialMedicalCenter v. Superior Court
This case arises from an order denying a motion to strike punitive damages allegations. The motion was based on Code of Civil Procedure section 425.14. That statute prohibits a claim in a complaint or other pleading for punitive damages against a religious corporation unless the court first allows it on application by the plaintiff and a finding substantiating the likelihood that plaintiff will satisfy the clear and convincing evidence standard of Civil Code section 3294.
An order issue under the authority and seal of this court directing respondent court to vacate its previous order denying the motion of petitioner Medical Center to strike punitive damages allegations and the related prayer in the pending proceeding and to issue a new order granting that motion. Petitioner is awarded costs in this proceeding.
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