Environmental & Energy,
Bankruptcy
Jun. 12, 2019
Stay in PG&E bankruptcy lifted so utility can settle suit not involving fires
A bankruptcy judge allowed a non-wildfire plaintiff to proceed with her case against the Pacific Gas and Electric Corp. Tuesday despite concerns by the utility about “opening the floodgates” to other lawsuits that are temporarily paused.
SAN FRANCISCO -- A bankruptcy judge allowed a non-wildfire plaintiff to proceed with her case against the Pacific Gas and Electric Corp. Tuesday, despite concerns by the utility about "opening the floodgates" to other lawsuits that are temporarily paused.
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Dennis Montali partially lifted the stay and is permitting both sides to engage in settlemen...
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