Opinion ID: 354255
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Heading Rank: 4

Heading: The State Class Certification

Text: 85 No useful purpose would be served by setting forth a parallel discussion of Rule 23 and its requirements as to the state class certification. Many of the problems are the same although to a much lesser degree. 39 Drastically reduced numbers are involved and the state distributors are named parties. There is no contemplated distribution of issues or claims Judge Varner will be dealing with all claims from start to finish. Should multiple individual claims require separate proof of impact or damage, such proof will be presented in the same district court. 40 Nevertheless, the predominance, superiority, and other elements must be dealt with on a continuing basis. 86 The learned trial judge has demonstrated a keen awareness of both the advantages and difficulties of Rule 23. This judicial tool specifically provides for continuing review with later certification of additional classes, creation of sub-classes, or decertification. We do not feel there has been an abuse of discretion as to the state class certification, and we, therefore, affirm that action.V. Conclusion 87 The order of the district court certifying the national class is reversed and the cause remanded for further proceedings consistent with this opinion. 88 The order of the district court certifying the state class is affirmed. 89 AFFIRMED IN PART, REVERSED IN PART AND REMANDED.