In 2017, FEMA stamped a P-154 “high-risk” seismic rating on the building — a 3.1 out of 10 — meaning it has a high potential for structural damage or collapse during an earthquake. Overdue maintenance and security refresh needs on the building would cost $10 million alone, the proposal said.

(Subscription required) Supporters say the measure will spare victims from repeated testimony, while legislative analysts note potential due process concerns.

Div. Two of the Fourth District Court of Appeal has held that a public educational district may be liable for harm occurring off-campus and unrelated to officially sanctioned activities, despite a California law providing immunity for conduct occurring “when [a] pupil is not on school property,” if the plaintiff can point to an on-site negligent act that led to her injuries.

(Subscription required) The Judicial Council on Friday will consider $3.2 billion in trial court funding, a new budget strategy that drops priority rankings and millions of dollars in technology investments.