November 2, 2005
In an Unpublished Decision, the California First Appellate District Strikes Arbitration Clause Banning Class Actions as Unconscionable.
Written by Steve Herman
October 17, 2005
Fifth Circuit clarifies meaning of “inconsistent or varying adjudications” and again rejects the use of (c)(4) to certify a “composite” class.
Written by Steve Herman
August 17, 2005
State-wide Certification Against Credit Reporting Agency for the Unauthorized Sale of Personal Information Affirmed.
Written by Steve Herman
July 7, 2005
Ohio appellate court certifies class of policyholders.
Written by Steve Herman
March 14, 2005
Lead plaintiff’s acceptance of settlement offer did not moot claims of entire class.
Written by Steve Herman
January 13, 2005
Ninth Circuit holds that website intake from potential clients is not subject to disclosure.
Written by Steve Herman
January 12, 2005
Eighth Circuit reverses Silzone Heart Valve certification.
Written by Steve Herman
January 12, 2005
Third Circuit draws line on “piggy-backing”.
Written by Steve Herman
January 12, 2005
Second Circuit rejects (b)(1) certification under “limited punishment” theory absent a fund with a “definitely ascertained limit” as required under Ortiz.
Written by Steve Herman
January 12, 2005
JAMS clarifies its policy when companies seek to preclude class actions through arbitration.
Written by Steve Herman