Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a "class action" lawsuit?
  A class action is a case brought against a company whose actions have damaged many people in a similar way. If the case results in a successful recovery, either through settlement or trial, all … more
• What types of lawsuits end up as class actions?
  There are many types: shareholder class actions, consumer class actions, class actions for employment discrimination and the like. Any time large groups of people (or even small businesses) have … more
• What legal remedies are available for successful class actions?
  Most class actions are filed for compensatory (money) damages. Class actions may also be filed to resolve disputes over a "limited fund," where the money available is inadequate to fully … more
• Can consumers bring class actions relating to products or services?
  Absolutely. There have been many successful class actions brought by consumers. Signs of consumer fraud include: Misrepresentations regarding a product or a service. Products or services that just … more
• How many people are needed to bring a class action?
  A single person who has been injured may bring a class action on behalf of everyone who has been harmed. It is common, however, after the action has been started for many other injured people to … more

Legal Articles

• Holding Corporations Accountable: The Top 10 Class Action Lawsuits
  A class action lawsuit occurs when one or more members of a large group, or class, take legal action against a company or other entity whose actions have damaged the class members in a similar way.  Although the actual damage or cost to the individual class member may be small, class action cases can produce huge settlements, based upon the number of members in the lawsuit. The following … more

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