Class Action Reform: HB 4 (2003).

Texas

Provides for the interlocutory appeal of class action certification.  Reforms attorney fees whereby fees are based on time and cost expended rather than a percentage of recovery.  Provides for stay on all proceedings during appeal of class certification.  Provides for administrative relief which requires a court to consider administrative relief from state agencies before certifying a class.

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