Saturday, September 18, 2010

No More Demurrers to Wage Hour Class Action Complaints?

The Court of Appeal in Guiterrez v. California Commerce Club, Inc. (opinion here) pretty much said that trial courts should not sustain demurrers (aka motions to strike class allegations) in wage-hour class actions. Ever. There are a few cases where demurrers have been sustained / granted. So, unless the Supreme Court or Legislature closes the door forever, it is not sanctionable to keep trying!