Class Actions
- PA ST RCP Rule Class Actions, Refs & Annos
- Rule 1701. Definitions. Conformity
- Rule 1702. Prerequisites to a Class Action
- Rule 1703. Commencement of Action. Assignment to a Judge
- Rule 1704. Form of the Complaint
- Rule 1705. Preliminary Objections
- Rule 1706. Form of the Answer
- Rule 1706.1. Joinder of Additional Defendants. Cross–Claims
- Rule 1707. Motion for Certification of Class Action. Time for Filing. Hearing
- Rule 1708. Criteria for Certification. Determination of Class Action as Fair and Efficient Method of Adjudication
- Rule 1709. Criteria for Certification. Determination of Fair and Adequate Representation
- Rule 1710. Order Certifying or Refusing to Certify a Class Action. Revocation. Amendment. Findings and Conclusions
- Rule 1711. The Plaintiff Class. Exclusion. Inclusion
- Rule 1712. Order. Notice of Action
- Rule 1713. Conduct of Actions
- Rule 1714. Compromise. Settlement. Discontinuance
- Rule 1715. Judgment
- Rule 1716. Residual Funds
- Rule 1717. Counsel Fees