What is the standard of review applied to motions for judgment on the pleadings and to general demurrers?

"The same de novo standard of review applies to motions for judgment on the pleadings and to general demurrers. [Citation.] In both instances, we exercise our independent judgment as to whether a cause of action has been stated under any legal theory when the allegations are liberally construed. [Citation.] The facts alleged in the pleading are deemed to be true, but contentions, deductions, and conclusions of law are not. [Citation.] In addition to the complaint, we also may consider matters subject to judicial notice. [Citation.]" (Daniels v. Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. (2016) 246 Cal.App.4th 1150, 1162.)

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