Judge: Mark H. Epstein, Case: 24SMCV01741, Date: 2024-09-18 Tentative Ruling

Case Number: 24SMCV01741    Hearing Date: September 18, 2024    Dept: I

The unopposed demurrer is SUSTAINED WITHOUT LEAVE TO AMEND.  The allegedly defamatory statement was made in a small claims court proceeding.  It is privileged.  Leave to amend would be futile.  Defendant will prepare an order of dismissal and the court will set an OSC re: Dismissal for about 60 days from now.