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A class action is a type of legal action where a representative individual or group of individuals can bring a claim on behalf of a larger group or class who share a common legal interest.
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Class Action Decisions Published November 2024 - Developments in Class Action Law

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A highlight from this issue includes: Unique Defenses Specific to the Named Plaintiff....more

Robinson+Cole Class Actions Insider

Ninth Circuit Reiterates That Individualized Defenses Matter When Deciding Class Certification

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A recent Ninth Circuit decision illustrates how defendants can use evidence on an individualized defense to potentially defeat class certification. In Van v. LLR, Inc., — F.4th –, 2023 WL 2469909 (9th Cir. Mar. 13, 2023),...more

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Novel Oregon Federal Court Ruling On Communications With Absent Class Member

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Seyfarth Synopsis: In McKenzie Law Firm, P.A., et al. v. Ruby Receptionists, Inc., 18-CV-1921, 2020 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 94299 (D. Or. May 29, 2020), the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon lessened the standard for...more

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The Roles of the Players in Class Settlements. Part 2: Class Counsel

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In Part 1 of this series, I explained the role of defense counsel in class action settlements. In this Part 2, I will explore the role of class counsel. I embark on this journey with some trepidation, because as a defense...more

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Sixth Circuit Reminds District Courts and Defendants That Notice Must Be Given Before Binding Class Members

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A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit provides an important reminder that if defendants want absent class members to be bound by a summary judgment ruling in their favor, generally they must...more

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