Reese v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Opinion

KOLKEY, J.

Introduction

Plaintiff Gerald Reese appeals from an order denying his motion for class certification in his action against defendants Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and George Bronk, an employee at the Wal-Mart store located on Watt Avenue in Sacramento. Plaintiff argues that the trial court utilized improper legal criteria in denying his motion for class certification. We disagree and shall affirm.

In an appeal from a decision denying class certification, a reviewing court will “not disturb a trial court ruling on class certification which is supported by substantial evidence unless…