What are some procedural requirements for bringing a class action lawsuit?

What is a key requirement for plaintiffs in a class action?

• They must be representative of the class.

• They must opt out of the class action.

• They must all appear in court.

• They must be from the same state.

What is a significant cost for representative plaintiffs in a class action?

• Hiring a private investigator.

• Paying for the defendant's legal fees.

• Providing notice to all class members.

• Travel expenses for court appearances.

What must plaintiffs demonstrate to bring a class action in state court?

• That the court has subject matter jurisdiction.

• That all defendants are from different countries.

• That the plaintiffs have unanimous consent.

• That the case involves federal law.

What is required for a class action to be brought in federal court under diversity jurisdiction?

• The amount in controversy must be less than $75,000.

• All plaintiffs and defendants must be from the same state.

• There must be complete diversity between all parties.

• At least one plaintiff and one defendant must be from different states.

What is the difference between complete diversity and minimum diversity in class actions?

• Minimum diversity requires all parties to be from different countries.

• Complete diversity requires all plaintiffs and defendants to be from different states, while minimum diversity requires at least one plaintiff and one defendant to be from different states.

• Complete diversity is easier to achieve than minimum diversity.

• Complete diversity requires all parties to be from the same state, while minimum diversity does not.