Appellate Practice
Jun. 25, 1999
Court Heightens The Scrutiny for Class Settlements
WASHINGTON - In a decision with major ramifications for class-action lawsuits, the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside a $1.5 billion asbestos-related settlement and, in doing so, may have made it more difficult for defendants and plaintiffs' lawyers to settle similar mass tort claims.
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