Grant v. Alderwoods Group, Inc. et al

Filing 330

ORDER from USDC/Northern District of Indiana re Robert Acevez v Alderwoods Group Inc et al and class certification. Signed by Judge Jon E. Deguilio on 9/30/11. (Copies have been distributed pursuant to the NEF - ECS)

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