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U.S. Supreme Court

Jun. 2, 2012

Defendant seeks review of plaintiff-friendly dismissal decision

A West Hollywood startup fighting a securities fraud lawsuit has turned to the U.S. Supreme Court, asking for review of an appeals court decision it claims gives plaintiffs an unfair advantage in early litigation.


By Robert Iafolla


Daily Journal Staff Writer


WASHINGTON - A West Hollywood startup fighting a securities fraud lawsuit has turned to the U.S. Supreme Court, asking for review of an appeals court ruling it claims gives plaintiffs an unfair advantage in early litigation.


The court could announce Monday whether it will scrutinize the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision apparently broadening a plaintiff's options if a trial court dismis...

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