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The retired judges argue that allowing opt-in settlements in this manner might undermine federal courts' ability to manage overlapping litigation and test the fairness of settlement forums.
Retired judges challenge Tuccori opt-in commission suit settlements
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Retired judges are challenging the opt-in commission lawsuit settlements in the Tuccori suit, arguing it encourages "forum shopping." This legal challenge could impact major real estate defendants if the appeals court reverses the district court's decision to reject Batton plaintiffs' intervention.
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