2015 January

When the class-action case does not settle

Trying the class action is a new experience, but with a familiar feel – much like a regular trial

Don’t let defense counsel use unrelated medical issues to distract the jury and embarrass your client

While class actions are complex, the cases most suited to class treatment are statutory driven cases with a simple damages analysis

Take heart! New cases have reached the California Supreme Court to answer questions on class certification and enforcement of arbitration agreements

Laffitte v. Robert Half International confirms that courts in California may award class counsel a 33.33 percent fee based on common-fund recovery

Don’t let defense counsel use unrelated medical issues to distract the jury and embarrass your client

Trial lawyer becomes a disciple of visual advocacy in the courtroom

A look at the process and substance of class-action mediation, and plaintiffs’ intra-team disputes

Unilateral changes to corporate by-laws that undermine shareholder rights can’t be justified by contract law

Identify the issues and refocus your case to highlight the story that a jury will understand