Litigation
Dec. 14, 2011
PG&E admits liability, could limit damages in San Bruno explosion cases
Pacific Gas & Electric said Tuesday it will admit liability for a 2010 San Bruno pipeline explosion that killed eight people and destroyed 38 homes, a move that could limit damages in dozens of lawsuits against the company.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
SAN FRANCISCO - Pacific Gas & Electric said Tuesday it will admit liability for a 2010 San Bruno pipeline explosion that killed eight people and destroyed 38 homes, a move that could limit damages in dozens of lawsuits against the company.
In a statement in advance of a hearing Friday in San Mateo County Superior Court, the company said it would admit financial responsibility and compensate victi...
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