One year ago today the new Italian class action rules (“New Class Action Rules” or “New Rules”) entered into force.
With a view to improving the overall effectiveness of the system, the New Class Action Rules have largely reshaped the legal framework applicable to class actions in Italy, including by: (i) dedicating a brand new section of the Italian Code of Civil Procedure to class actions; (ii) attributing jurisdiction over class actions to perhaps the most efficient chambers of the Italian Courts (i.e., the Chambers specialized in corporate matters); (iii) broadening the objective and subjective scope of class actions; (iv) simplifying the mechanisms for filing a case; (v) widening the timeframe within which the members of a class can adhere to the action; and (vi) significantly reforming the applicable procedure.
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