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