Can a plaintiff bring multiple, unrelated claims against more than one defendant?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from Turner v. Baughman, No. 2:19-cv-1795-KJM-EFB P (E.D. Cal. 2020):
Plaintiff is warned that he may not bring multiple, unrelated claims against more than one defendant. See George v. Smith, 507 F.3d 605, 607 (7th Cir. 2007). Nor may he change the nature of this suit by alleging new, unrelated claims. See George, 507 F.3d 605 at 607.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
Can a plaintiff bring multiple identical actions against the same defendant under the False Claims Act? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
What is the limitation period for a plaintiff to bring a claim against a defendant who has retired from the claim? (Canada (Federal), Canada)
Can a plaintiff bring multiple retaliation claims against the same defendant in a civil action? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
If Plaintiff fails to replead any of her claims, if the Plaintiff does not replead all of her actions, will the Plaintiff's claims be waived? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
What is the test for a court to determine whether a plaintiff has jurisdiction to bring a claim for damages against a defendant who is also a defendant in a civil case? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a plaintiff bring multiple claims against the same defendant? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a plaintiff change the nature of their action by alleging new, unrelated claims against multiple defendants? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a plaintiff bring a claim against the individual defendants? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a plaintiff bring a cognizable Eighth Amendment violation based solely on an allegation that defendants issued a false rules violation against plaintiff? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a defendant bring a vindictive prosecution claim and a selective prosecution claim? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
