Plaintiffs in the underlying action seek a writ of mandate to compel the trial court to set aside its order striking from their complaint the allegations pertaining to punitive damages. The issue is whether public employees who are otherwise subject to suit may be held liable for punitive damages. The answer is yes.
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Real parties, who are defendants in the underlying action, are the...
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