Cases of Interest

Insurance adjustor could be liable for negligent misrepresentation and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Teen host of house party that charged a cover charge and provided alcohol to minors could be liable under Cal Bus & Prof Code § 25602.1 when intoxicated minor guest drove away from the party and struck and killed another partygoer.

Doctor could elicit history from the plaintiff during mental examination, but could not ask questions regarding the facts and circumstances of the accident to the extent that those matters were already stated in the plaintiff’s deposition or previous examination.

Exception to 7-hour deposition time limit also applies to the complex case 14-hour limit.

Consumer Expectations test is applicable to strict products liability claim regarding a driver’s seat. Component parts supplier defense did not apply. Engineers are not liable under strict products theory. Fault should be apportioned among all liable parties. Evidence of full amount of plaintiff’s medical bills is not prejudicial where plaintiff is awarded only the amount actually paid.