The fact that the challenged transfers all arose from interaction with the same supervisor does not mean that the disputes arise from the same transaction or series of related transactions. Consolidation is unnecessary and unwarranted. No sanctions are awarded as the motion was unopposed. The rule was changed effective July 2000. The motion to file an amended complaint is granted.
Policy favors permitting amendment.
The motion is timely and no prejudice has been shown. Plaintiff may file and serve her amended complaint on or before May 19. The minute order is effective immediately. No formal order or notice pursuant to CRC rule 391 is required. Defendant has produced evidence that plaintiff does not know what happened when she fell and that an eyewitness's contemporaneous inspection of the pavement where she slipped did not reveal any loose impediments or defects in the asphalt.