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Civil Procedure • Venue
CIVPRO#029
Legal Definition
For personal injury or wrongful death actions, the venue is also proper in the county in which the injury occurred.
Plain English Explanation
In California, for personal injury or wrongful death actions, venue is not limited to the defendant’s residence. Venue is also proper in the county where the injury occurred.
This means that if someone is injured or dies as a result of an accident or wrongful act, the case can be filed in the county where the incident happened. This ensures that the legal proceedings take place in a location closely connected to the events of the case, making it more convenient for gathering evidence and accessing witnesses.
This means that if someone is injured or dies as a result of an accident or wrongful act, the case can be filed in the county where the incident happened. This ensures that the legal proceedings take place in a location closely connected to the events of the case, making it more convenient for gathering evidence and accessing witnesses.
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