Anthony J. Sebok, a Professor at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City, has written an interesting article regarding the recent mini-trials in Florida against tobacco companies. The article is here.
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Mini-trials after a common question of law or fact has been decided in a class action are likely unconstitutional.
Posted in Constitutional Law, Practice & Procedure, Products Liability, Torts on February 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Arkansas Supreme Court expands "fees and expenses" recoverable under the Arkansas Lemon Law.
Posted in Practice & Procedure, Products Liability on December 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
DaimlerChrysler Corp. v. Smelser, No. 07-1006 Plaintiff sought recovery under the Arkansas Lemon Law for his purchase of a new Dodge truck that subsequently had significant transmission problems. After a successful trial, plaintiff petitioned the trial court for recovery of fees and costs under Ark. Code Ann. 4-90-415(c). In addition to attorney’s fees allowed under [...]



