Code of Civil Procedure section 452

In the construction of a pleading, for the purpose of determining its effect, its allegations must be liberally construed, with a view to substantial justice between the parties.

Source: Section 452, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP§ionNum=452. (accessed May 14, 2025).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/code_of_civil_procedure_section_452

Original Source: Section 452, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP§ionNum=452. (last accessed May 12, 2025).