Complex litigation and its alternatives /

"[This book examines] the challenges presented by complex litigation. Subjects covered include devices for aggregating large numbers of claims (including extended discussions of multidistrict litigation and class actions), techniques to narrow issues and efficiently gather evidence during pretr...

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Main Author: Tidmarsh, Jay, 1957-
Other Authors: Trangsrud, Roger H.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: St. Paul, MN : Foundation Press, 2018
Edition:Second edition
Series:Concepts and insights series
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Table of Contents:
  • Some vocabulary and basic principles
  • Joinder
  • Consolidation, transfer, and removal
  • Stays and injunctions
  • Preclusion
  • Class actions
  • Alternative approaches to resolve mass litigation
  • Conflict of laws
  • Case management and judicial structure
  • Selecting counsel
  • Narrowing issues
  • Streamlining disclosure and discovery
  • Selecting the counsel and adjudicators for trial
  • Narrowing issues at trial
  • Enhancing factfinder comprehension
  • Determining a remedy after judgment or at settlement
  • Implementing the remedy
  • Attorney's fees