Class Action Lawyer 
You may be wondering about the basics. What is a class action lawsuit, and why are they important? Class-action lawsuits can be brought by any aggrieved collective group of people—from consumers to employees—who share a grievance against the defendant. There are many benefits to a class action suit over an individual one, especially when the actions of the party being sued have negatively affected many people. Collective action often produces stronger results in correcting problematic practices and behaviors on behalf of the people.
What is a Class Action Lawsuit
In simplest terms, a class action lawsuit is a legal remedy that allows many people to join as co-plaintiffs in a single, large claim to recover compensation for damages. A class action lawsuit may be employees suing their employer, customers suing a vendor or retailer, citizens suing a city or state, or similar scenarios.
How to Start a Class Action Lawsuit
If you’ve experienced misconduct by an employer or company, you may be considering legal action. Filing suit as the first plaintiff can be daunting, especially if you need to figure out how many others are affected.
All class action suits begin with a first named plaintiff, and your lawyer will assist you in filing a complaint with the appropriate court. At this stage, a judge will determine whether or not your case meets the requirements of a class action claim.
After your case is certified for class action, the next step is spreading the word and recruiting co-plaintiffs to join your case. A good class action lawyer is experienced with this process and will provide guidance and support throughout.
However, no one affected by the class action suit is obligated to join. Each person can seek reparations individually instead of participating in the class action. They may also decide not to seek legal remedy at all.
Why Join a Class Action Lawsuit?
It is a well-known adage that there is power in numbers. The larger a class action claim grows, the more evidence it will have to present in favor of the plaintiff, increasing the likelihood of a good outcome.
How Many People Need to Join a Class Action Case?
As stated above, a class action can begin with a single plaintiff. Federal and state precedents generally seek around 40 people on the plaintiffs’ side as the case develops by the time the matter goes to trial.
An experienced class action attorney will have the resources and knowledge to assemble the best team for your case.
Do you need legal help with a class action lawsuit? Our firm specializes in various class action lawsuits, including employment-based claims.
Contact us today if you:
- Have questions about filing a new claim
- Want to join an ongoing class action suit
- Need to understand your options
Our consultations are always free. We look forward to hearing from you.
