Appeals

Question 1

Federal Final Judgment Rule

Answer 1

Party can only appeal from a final judgment/decision, which is one that ends the entire case on the merits.

Must be filed w/in 30 days of final judgment entry

Question 2

CA Final Judgment Rule

Answer 2

Must be filed 1) within 60 days after judgment clerk files notice of entry or 2) within 180 days after entry of judgment