Hartland v. Alaska Airlines

I concur in the majority opinion except the discussion of the jurisdiction of this court to consider the issues raised by appellants. As to that, I concur in the result only.

I would not leave unanswered the question whether an appeal lies in this case. Appellate jurisdiction is alleged under 28 U.S.C. § 1291, providing for appeals from final decisions of the district courts. Appellants seek relief from orders that specified amounts be paid into the district court. The fund thus established will be used to compensate attorneys whose discovery work will benefit all persons with claims arising…