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Proposed Rule 16.1: A Fix for MDL Problems?

The judicial conference committee on rules of practice and procedure (committee) has recently proposed the addition of Rule 16.1 to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP). Proposed Rule 16.1 seeks to address concerns regarding case management in multidistrict litigation proceedings (MDL). The proposal of Rule 16.1 poses the question of whether there are serious problems afflicting MDL procedures. And…

When Seeking a Settlement Administrator, Price Is Only Part of the Equation

In the mass and class action space, legal professionals widely recognize the significance of selecting the right third-party administrator (TPA). Amid our role as a TPA, a reoccurring question arises, “What’s the lowest estimate you can provide?” While the financial aspect is undeniably crucial, it should not be the sole…