Litigation & Arbitration,
California Supreme Court,
California Courts of Appeal
Aug. 25, 2025
High court to review fee-cut ruling in Los Angeles retaliation case
The state Supreme Court has agreed to review a 2nd District Court of Appeal ruling that upheld a 30% cut to plaintiff's attorney fees. The justices' decision could clarify whether trial judges must provide detailed explanations for across-the-board reductions or continue to exercise broad discretion.
The state Supreme Court has agreed to review a 2nd District Court of Appeal ruling slashing a plaintiff's attorney fees by 30%.
The justices agreed to take the case during their conference last Wednesday. Cash v. County of Los Angeles, S291827 (Cal. S. Ct., filed July 9, 2025).
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Lia R. Martin reduced the fee for Haney & Shah attorneys, led by partner Steven H. Haney, after they won a jury verdict in 2023 for a Los An...
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