The Third District Court of Appeal has held that a 2017 decision of the California Supreme Court invalidating arbitration agreements that encompass a bar on seeking “public injunctive relief” under specified consumer protection statutes only comes into play where a representative action is brought.

The Commission on Judicial Appointments will hold virtual public hearings at the Ronald Reagan State Building tomorrow to consider the nominations of three jurists to posts on this district’s Court of Appeal.

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero appointed two new voting members and three new advisory (non-voting) members to the Judicial Council. Two council members were also reappointed. Under the leadership of the Chief Justice and in accordance with the California Constitution, the council is responsible for ensuring the consistent, independent, impartial, and accessible administration of justice.

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