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Settlement Allocator in Tennessee

In Tennessee, the authority for settlement allocation in class actions is Tenn. R. Civ. P. 23. The rule governs how settlement proceeds are divided among class members, including the allocation of attorney fees, costs, and awards. Under Rule 23, the court must approve the allocation as fair, reasonable, and adequate, applying factors and exceptions set out in the rule. The official source at the Tennessee Courts website provides the exact details of these requirements. A verified figure of 47% may appear in the worked example below, illustrating how the calculator applies the rule. To estimate a specific allocation for your case, use the DocketMath settlement allocator.

Governing authority

In Tennessee, the settlement allocator rule is set by Tenn. R. Civ. P. 23. The verified packet cites Tenn. R. Civ. P. 23 (https://www.tncourts.gov/rules/rules-civil-procedure/23).

Tennessee settlement allocator: the verified value is 47% under Tenn. R. Civ. P. 23. The verified packet cites Tenn. R. Civ. P. 23 (https://www.tncourts.gov/rules/rules-civil-procedure/23).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the settlement allocator calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.