February 17, 2026 | Palisades Fire
Civil Complaint filed by City of Malibu Against State of CA and City of LA

The City of Malibu’s formal complaint outlining its claims against the State of California and the City of Los Angeles.

February 19, 2026 | Palisades Fire
Demurrer Order on Behalf of the State of California

The court’s ruling on the State of California’s demurrer, evaluating the legal sufficiency of Malibu’s claims.

February 19, 2026 | Palisades Fire
Demurrer Order on Behalf of the City of LA

The court’s decision on the City of Los Angeles’ demurrer to Malibu’s allegations.

February 19, 2026 | Palisades Fire
Rulings of Demurrers Filed by State of CA and City of LA

A summary of the court’s rulings on both demurrers, showing the outcomes for the State and City defendants.

April 20, 2026 | Palisades Fire
Petition for Writ of Mandate Filed by State of California in Palisades Fire Litigation

The State of California’s petition seeking appellate review of whether Palisades Fire claims against the State are barred by statutory fire-protection immunity.

April 20, 2026 | Palisades Fire
State of California Petition for Writ of Mandate Exhibits Vol. 1

Volume 1 of exhibits accompanying the State of California’s Petition for Writ of Mandate in the Palisades Fire litigation, containing documents and records submitted in support of the requested appellate relief.

April 20, 2026 | Palisades Fire
State of California Petition for Writ of Mandate Exhibits Vol. 2

Volume 2 of exhibits accompanying the State of California’s Petition for Writ of Mandate in the Palisades Fire litigation, containing documents and records submitted in support of the requested appellate relief.

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