Jurisdiction and venue -- Standing -- Elements of cause of action -- Imputed and secondary liability -- Relief -- Pleading and practice issues -- Statutes of limitation -- Res judicata and collateral estoppel -- Constitutionality -- Appendix : Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. 18 U.S.C. [sections] 1961-1968.
Summary:
"[This book analyzes the major legal issues arising in civil actions litigated under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). [This edition] directs you through the complex statute and the thicket of related concepts and case law, and helps you quickly locate answers to the questions in your case. Since the last update in 2015, this new edition identifies all major emerging issues in civil RICO litigation and advises you on the current developments, including: U.S. Supreme Court and circuit court rulings; circuit splits on important issues; and congressional amendments to RICO and predicate act statutes. The guide includes a copy of the statute, a table of cases, and a topical index for your ready reference. Whether you are well-versed with RICO or not, you will find this highly readable analysis of the key issues and cases useful."-- Publisher's website.
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