Publisher's Synopsis
<p> Whether you’re representing the plaintiff or defendant, as you set your strategy in each <b>class action</b>, the <b>class action</b> laws of all relevant state jurisdictions must be considered. But with many <b>class action</b> lawsuits encompassing individuals across the country, the state in which to file is not always clear—and the best way to pursue or defend a case can vary greatly from state to state. </p> <p> <i><b>State Class Actions: Practice and Procedure, Second Edition</b></i>, is the one source that combines detailed, state-by-state analysis of the rules for <b>class actions</b> with practice-proven, professional guidance on preparing and filing pleadings and motions. </p> <p> Only the highly practical <i><b>State Class Actions: Practice and Procedure, Second Edition:</b></i> </p> <ul> <li> Covers each state in an individual chapter </li> <li> Follows the class action procedure chronologically, giving you expert insights into how each state treats <b>class actions</b> every step of the way </li> <li> Organizes each chapter according to the same outline to simplify jurisdictional comparison </li> <li> Analyzes the types of actions that have been brought in each state—including employment actions, environmental actions, fraud, consumer actions, product liability, and more </li> <li> Provides detailed practical guidance on preparing and filing pleadings and motions </li> <li> Serves as the perfect starting point for <b>class action</b> research </li> <li> Stands out as the essential reference for anyone prosecuting or defending against a <b>class action</b> </li> </ul> <p> With complete and comprehensive analysis of the issues surrounding <b>class action</b> litigation in state courts, the highly practical <i><b>State Class Actions: Practice and Procedure, Second Edition </b></i>makes it easy to: </p> <ul> <li> Define the type of action you’re filing </li> <li> Determine whether your case is best suited for state court </li> <li> Compare state <b>class action</b> laws to set the most promising strategy—as plaintiff or defendant </li> <li> Determine if you meet the monetary threshold for bringing a class action in any particular state </li> <li> Evaluate settlement provisions in state vs. federal court </li> <li> And much more! </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>
