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The presiding judge of Los Angeles County’s court system has announced a voluntary pilot program that will allow litigants to get a prompt non-jury trial in cases assigned to Personal Injury Hub courtrooms.<\/p>\n
Presiding Judge Eric C. Taylor said the pilot program — which will begin Monday, May 3,\u00a0 and end Nov. 1 — will offer an alternative in light of current logistical concerns resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic relating to scheduling jury trials and the high volume of cases in need of disposition.<\/p>\n
The presiding judge said the program is aimed at helping parties who are “seeking swifter access to justice following pandemic-related delays.” He said court officials will “continue to explore and implement efficiencies and programs to expedite access to justice in Los Angeles County.”<\/p>\n
Both sides need to agree to participate in the pilot program, in which they waive their right to having their case heard by a jury, and can sign up for the program electronically by submitting a form.<\/p>\n
Once filed, the case will be assigned to a civil trial department for a non-jury trial within 60 days, and attorneys will be required to represent that they will be ready for trial within 60 days to qualify for the program.<\/p>\n
The trials may also be held remotely if requested.<\/p>\n
“The court appreciates the thoughtful assistance and cooperation of all attorneys and parties as we work to resolve pandemic-related delays,” Taylor said. “By reducing the number of cases awaiting jury trial, the court can make more efficient use of juror assets for criminal and other cases.”<\/p>\n
Tamila C. Jensen, president of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, called the\u00a0\u00a0fast-track personal injury pilot program “an important and much-needed step towards continued access to justice and above all else, safety for the litigants and judicial officers who serve the public.”<\/p>\n
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