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Class Actions: The Law of 50 States

“State and federal court class action practitioners alike will find Class Actions: The Law of 50 States to be an invaluable reference tool.” —Class Action Reports

Class Actions: The Law of 50 States is an up-to-date step-by-step guide to: identifying a potential class action; determining ex parte class certification; conducting pre-certification discovery; selecting a proper class representative; preparing pleadings and pre-certification motion papers; responding to motions and counterclaims; fulfilling requirements for class certification; delivering timely and proper notice to class members; pursuing the case through discovery and trial, or settling the case and winning the court's approval; and satisfying the rigorous guidelines governing fee awards.

This comprehensive resource analyzes the effect of the Supreme Court's decision in Rent-A-Center v. Jackson in future class action cases. The advantages and disadvantages of noncash settlements and suggestions for avoiding problems with class counsel fees are discussed. Also featured is an explanation of settlement stipulations, aggregation and distribution of settlement coupons and cy pres settlements.

Book #00606; looseleaf, one volume, 961 pages; published in 1988, updated as needed; no additional charge for updates during your subscription. Looseleaf print subscribers receive supplements. The online edition is updated automatically. ISBN: 978-1-58852-045-6

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Lancaster/Berks County Court Rules (PA)
This book provides the court rules and forms for Lancaster and Berks Counties. Also includes Administrative Orders.

For Lancaster County:

Civil Rules and Forms

Criminal Rules and Forms

Juvenile Rules

Orphans' Court Rules

Rules for Constables and District Judges

Administrative Orders

For Berks County:

Civil Rules and Forms

Criminal Rules and Forms

Orphans' Court Rules and Forms

Judicial Administration Rules

Administrative Orders

Includes:

Contact information for judges and court officials and other frequently called county, legal services and bar association numbers

Fee Schedules

New Forms and Fees
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Pennsylvania Commercial Litigation
Pennsylvania Commercial Litigation is an important resource for the general practitioner addressing procedural and substantive issues encountered in commercial litigation. It serves as a primer for both attorneys and business owners on minimizing risks inherent in business relationships, providing a concise overview of commercial litigation, with detailed assessment to guide the reader through every stage of a commercial dispute.

Topics include:
- Pre-Suit Considerations
- Significant Differences Between State and Federal Practice
- Discovery Practice and Strategies
- Breach of Contract and Unjust Enrichment
- Declaratory Judgments
- Preliminary Injunctions, Special Injunctions and Temporary Restraining Orders
- Covenants Not to Compete
- Business Torts
- Claims By and Against Shareholders of Corporations
- Director and Officer Liability
- Partnership and Limited Liability Company Disputes
- Confessions of Judgment and Opening or Striking Confessed Judgments
- Lender Liability Claims
- Mechanics' Liens
- Collection of Judgments
- Fraudulent Transfers
- Indemnification and Contribution
- Construction Related Claims
- Actions in Replevin
- Actions to Quiet Title
- Oil and Gas Litigation
- Disputes Relating to Trademarks, Trade Names, and Unfair Competition
- Compelling and Resisting Arbitration
Also included are forms covering pleadings, discovery, privilege, notices and more.
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