You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Legal action is being strategized by our attorneys for Horizon Therapeutics’ failure to properly warn patients of potential hearing loss side effects.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
If you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
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You may qualify to participate in a 3M Combat Arms Earplugs Lawsuit if:
Over 140,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
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Over one million people, who were present at Camp Lejeune (North Carolina) between 1953 and 1987, may have been exposed to toxic substances in the water.
The Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water Lawsuit can apply to you, a family member, or a loved one who lived at Camp Lejeune (North Carolina) and suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
Toxic chemicals in Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF Firefighting Foam) have been linked to numerous types of cancer, including:
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
If you have been exposed to Paraquat and diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease may be eligible to pursue compensation, and entitled to participate in the paraquat lawsuit.
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The term “class action suit” is thrown around a lot. Maybe you’ve heard it in a late-night TV advertisement, or you might have received a class action lawsuit notice in the mail. While many people have heard the phrase, fewer understand the precise meaning or nature of these cases.
A class action lawsuit is a type of civil lawsuit in which a single plaintiff files a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group of affected parties. For example, if a group of lenders allegedly lost car owners’ titles, one person would serve as the named plaintiff to represent the hundreds of automobile owners who were affected. In 2022, class action lawsuits resulted in settlements that surpassed $63 billion.
Class actions leverage collective power to represent people who have been affected by the same harmful or unlawful actions by a single person or organization. This helps to build a stronger case, and it lets courts manage lawsuits that would otherwise have too many individual plaintiffs.
Class action lawsuits are common in cases involving defective products, predatory or unsafe business practices, and employment-related claims.
In order to fully understand how a class action works, it is important to understand a few related terms. Most of the concepts and terminology are identical to other court proceedings, but the nature of a class action changes how some of these fundamentals work.
Once a lead plaintiff decides to pursue the possibility of a class action lawsuit, there is a procedure that they must follow.
A class action lawsuit generally follows a process, which begins by consulting with an attorney and determining whether there is a potential case or not.
Class actions must meet a baseline of requirements before certification. Class action lawsuit requirements can differ from state to state, but most follow guidelines set by the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP). Before proceeding, an attorney will want to confirm a few factors that will ultimately determine the case’s eligibility:
If an attorney can confirm that a case meets these requirements, then they may be interested in helping to bring a case to trial.
Once an attorney has confirmed that a case has merit, a lead plaintiff can begin by filing a claim against the defendant. The plaintiff’s claim is made on behalf of all class members. This claim is almost always made with assistance from a prosecution lawyer. During this step, the plaintiff and their attorney often seek additional class members to help join and strengthen the case.
For the lawsuit to proceed, the plaintiff’s claim must be certified by the courts. The courts will confirm the case meets the requirements for a class action. During this stage, the defendant also has the right to object to the motion for class action certification. The defendant could make arguments that the requirements were not met, but ultimately it is up to the judge to decide.
Similar to a standard civil trial, the discovery procedure is the pre-trial phase of the lawsuit in which both parties (the plaintiff and the defendant) and their representative attorneys gather information to strengthen their case.
Once the plaintiff has gathered evidence and submitted the claim, a resolution is made. The two parties’ attorneys can decide on a settlement out of court. If a settlement is not reached, it is likely that the case will go to trial.
After a resolution has been made, participating class members receive a notification of the resolution. In these cases, participating members earn percentages of the total compensation for damages.
The time it takes for a class action case to reach settlement is dependent on a variety of factors. Some cases have been resolved in just a few months, while others have lasted nearly two decades. Generally, most class action lawsuits are settled within two to three years. Cases where a ruling is appealed often take longer.
Payouts in class action lawsuits vary on a case-by-case basis. The lead plaintiff, also known as the class representative, usually receives a larger percentage of the case settlement than the other class members. This is because this person typically puts more time and effort into the case.
The court decides how much the lead plaintiff receives based on the individual’s involvement in the case, the overall settlement awarded to the entire class, and the injuries or damages the plaintiffs suffered. Note that these steps and requirements differ for claims made against government agencies.
While class action cases can be an effective tool for a group of plaintiffs, they’re not always the best legal option. Let’s take a look at some of the positives and negatives of class action lawsuits.
A class action lawsuit can offer benefits for both the plaintiff and the defendant. Advantages of class action lawsuits include:
This increases judicial efficiency by reducing the number of cases in court.
There are also some potential issues with class actions that should be considered before pursuing this legal option. Disadvantages of class action lawsuits include:
A poorly planned case can end up hurting class members while taking away their right to sue independently. While class action lawsuits might seem complex, having the right information and representation will increase your chances for success.
Class action lawsuits are an effective tool for multiple plaintiffs taking on an unlawful individual or organization. These suits leverage collective power to help individuals make a greater case. Unfortunately, they can also be hard to navigate.
It is advised that you seek guidance from an experienced injury lawyer before joining or filing a class action suit. Read on to learn more about how to effectively join and start a class action case.
Many people don’t even know they are eligible for class action lawsuit rebates and settlements. Class action cases are common with defective products, false advertising claims, and bad medication. Knowing where to find open settlements and how to join a class action lawsuit requires a bit of research.
Resources such as the Consumer Action Database provide information on open class action suits, listed with the claim deadlines. This can help give a head start for finding eligible suits and potentially receiving payment.
Action, Consumer. Consumer Action – Class Action Database, www.consumer-action.org/lawsuits.
Bonner, Marianne. “What Is a Class Action Lawsuit?” The Balance Small Business, www.thebalancesmb.com/what-is-a-class-action-lawsuit-3623787.
Komando, Kim. “Getting Money You’re Owed from Class-Action Lawsuits Has Never Been Easier.” USA Today, Gannett Satellite Information Network, 9 Sept. 2019, www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/2019/09/05/class-action-settlements-find-out-if-you-are-owed-money/2209550001/.
“Rule 23 – Class Actions.” 2020 Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, 29 Nov. 2019, www.federalrulesofcivilprocedure.org/frcp/title-iv-parties/rule-23-class-actions/.
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