Joinder and Preclusion of Relitigation

Question 1

What are the two requirements for a class action in CA court?

Answer 1

1. Ascertainable class
2. Well-defined community of interest among class members

Question 2

How is a community of interest defined as it pertains to a class action in CA court?

Answer 2

Three-factor test: predominate common Q of law/fact, substantial benefit to parties and court, adequate representative of interest

Question 3

Define the primary rights jurisdiction that applies to res judicata in CA courts.

Answer 3

A cause of action is based on definable rights.