CJAC in the News
Court Rulings on Roundup Show Disregard for Scientific Standards
Daily Journal - February 3, 2021
California is the center of innovation for the U.S., with world-class universities, cutting edge research and development, and many of the best and brightest entrepreneurs. Fittingly, the state also as a whole respects science as a sound basis for problem-solving and decision-making.
Civil Justice Association of California Introduces First-Ever Legislative Scorecard
Press Announcement - January 19, 2021
For Immediate Release
January 19, 2021
Contact: Julie Roberts, (925)286-9390
Civil Justice Association of California introduces first-ever legislative scorecard. The Balance Scorecard ranks California legislators’ support for fair, balanced civil justice system
Why California voters should reject Prop. 24
The Mercury News - October 27, 2020
In these uncertain times, California’s businesses are struggling with implementing COVID-19 prevention measures, managing remote workforces, and paying salaries and expenses as they try to stay afloat.
This has been on top of burdens brought on by California’s new sweeping privacy law, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) which was enacted by the Legislature in late 2018 and took effect on Jan. 1 this year.
Online liability bill will harm small businesses
SF Chronicle - August 25, 2020
Now more than ever, online marketplaces are a vital means for Californians to access and sell goods and services. They come in all types and sizes — some focusing on crafts, others produce, and still others travel. And at a time when many businesses have been forced to a standstill to slow the spread of COVID-19, online commerce is helping to keep jobs and our state economy afloat.
Civil Justice Association of California awards “Civil Justice Gavel” to Senators Chang and Glazer
Press Announcement
Sacramento, Calif., July 29, 2020 – The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC), on behalf of its board and membership, is pleased to present the first annual Civil Justice Gavel Award to Senators Ling Ling Chang (R – Diamond Bar) and Steven Glazer (D – Orinda).
The Civil Justice Gavel is awarded to one Democrat and one Republican legislator who display extraordinary leadership in promoting fairness and balance in California’s civil justice system.
Civil Justice Association of California awards “Civil Justice Gavel” to Senators Chang and Glazer
July 29, 2020
Civil Justice Association of California awards “Civil
Justice Gavel” to Senators Chang and Glazer
Senators recognized as legislative champions of legal
reform
Sacramento, Calif., July 29, 2020 – The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC), on behalf of its board and membership, is pleased to present the first annual Civil Justice Gavel Award to Senators Ling Ling Chang (R – Diamond Bar) and Steven Glazer (D – Orinda).
Too Soon to Enact Another Expansive Privacy Statute by Initiative
June 25, 2020
Too Soon to Enact Another Expansive Privacy Statute by Initiative CPRA threatens California Businesses with excessive litigation
Sacramento, Calif., June 25, 2020 – The Civil Justice Association of California released the following statement from President and CEO, Kyla Christoffersen Powell regarding the eligibility of the California Privacy Rights Act for the November 2020 ballot.
State should protect essential businesses from frivolous and predatory lawsuits
CalMatters - June 9, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has created an extremely trying situation for essential businesses, which have stepped up in amazing and heroic ways to provide the goods and services that Californians rely on daily.
But as the state eases quarantine restrictions and takes steps to reopen, essential businesses face yet another devastating threat to operations – predatory lawsuits. A wave of coming litigation capitalizing on this pandemic threatens to further burden essential businesses and greatly exacerbate economic recovery in California and across the nation.
Civil Justice Association and Industry Leaders Request COVID-19 Emergency Liability Reduction
April 21, 2020
Critical services threatened by litigation amidst supporting efforts
Sacramento, Calif., April 21, 2020 – The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC) with a coalition of almost four dozen business organizations representing a broad range of California industry sectors have sent a letter to Governor Newsom requesting immediate action to address a mounting threat of litigation against critical businesses and nonprofits working during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
Civil Justice Association and Industry Leaders Request COVID-19 Emergency Liability Reduction
Press Announcement
Critical services threatened by litigation amidst supporting efforts
Sacramento, Calif., April 21, 2020 – The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC) with a coalition of almost four dozen business organizations representing a broad range of California industry sectors have sent a letter to Governor Newsom requesting immediate action to address a mounting threat of litigation against critical businesses and nonprofits working during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
Calif. Auto Defect Law Incentivizes Overlitigation
Law 360 - April 7, 2020
California’s so-called lemon law, made up of the Song-Beverly
Consumer Warranty Act and the Tanner Consumer Protection Act, was
meant to help consumers obtain quick resolution for serious
vehicle defects. Under the law, if a vehicle is not repaired
after a reasonable number of attempts, the consumer is entitled
to a prompt replacement or refund of the purchase price.
Businesses Struggle to Comply With Unclear ADA Website Requirements
OC Register - December 7, 2019
With a number of new landmark laws going into effect January 1,
California’s businesses face heavier burdens than ever before.
Businesses, both small and large, are struggling to comply with
policies such as the California Consumer Privacy Act and Assembly
Bill 5, the codification of the California Supreme Court’s
Dynamex decision.
Yet another issue looming large for business owners is a
resurgence of shakedown lawsuits under the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) lawsuits – this time over website
violations.
Businesses struggle to comply with unclear ADA website requirements
OC Register
With a number of new landmark laws going into effect January 1,
California’s businesses face heavier burdens than ever before.
Businesses, both small and large, are struggling to comply with
policies such as the California Consumer Privacy Act and Assembly
Bill 5, the codification of the California Supreme Court’s
Dynamex decision.
Yet another issue looming large for business owners is a
resurgence of shakedown lawsuits under the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) lawsuits – this time over website
violations.
Civil Justice Association of California Names Jaime Renee Huff Vice President of Public Policy
October 10, 2019
Sacramento, California – The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC) today announced that it has hired Jaime Huff as Vice President of Public Policy, filling the open chief lobbyist position at the organization. Ms. Huff will begin October 14, 2019.
“We are thrilled to have someone of Jaime Huff’s experience and expertise join the CJAC Team,” said President and CEO Kyla Christoffersen Powell. “Her legal and policy background are major assets to our organization and will be a vital part of our ability to effectively advocate for legal reform.”
AB 1270 – A Shakedown in Search of a Problem
Daily Journal - August 29, 2019
The trial lawyer bar is pushing a bill to change and expand laws to “solve” tax fraud with a vague and confusing piece of legislation that promotes frivolous shakedown lawsuits. The last thing California needs right now is another shakedown lawsuit mechanism to trap unwary businesses.
Civil Justice Association of California Names Kyla Christoffersen Powell President and CEO
April 16, 2019
Sacramento, California — The Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC) today announced that its board of directors has appointed Kyla Christoffersen Powell as President and Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Powell will begin work May 6th and succeeds John Doherty who left CJAC earlier this year.