This valuable book provides a concise, yet thorough, analysis of the major legal issues arising in civil actions litigated under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Well-organized and indexed, this fifth edition of Civil RICO: A Definitive Guide, directs you through the complex statute and the thicket of related concepts and case law, and helps you quickly locate answers to the questions in your case.


Since the last update in 2015, this new edition identifies all major emerging issues in civil RICO litigation and advises you on the current developments, including:





U.S. Supreme Court and Circuit Court rulings

Circuit splits on important issues

Congressional amendments to RICO and predicate act statutes


The guide includes a copy of the statute, a table of cases, and a topical index for your ready reference. Whether you are well-versed with RICO or not, you will find this highly readable analysis of the key issues and cases useful.