U.S. Supreme Court
Feb. 25, 2011
Federal Law Doesn't Preclude Mazda Claims
The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that following safety standards does not insulate Mazda Motor Corp. from liability for claims made under California common law.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
WASHINGTON - Adhering to a federal highway safety standard does not insulate Mazda Motor Corp. from liability for claims made under California common law, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled Wednesday.
The 8-0 ruling reverses a California 4th District Court of Appeal decision and will allow the plaintiff, Delbert Williamson, to proceed in Orange County Superior Court with his suit against the ...
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