Class Action - Procedural Requirements

Class actions involve multiple plaintiffs combining to sue a defendant for the same harm. All plaintiffs must have suffered the same type of harm, and a representative plaintiff must adequately represent the class. Certification is a major hurdle, requiring proof that the representative plaintiff is suitable. Once certified, plaintiffs are notified and can choose to join or opt out. Opting out allows them to pursue individual action. Class actions are beneficial when individual harm is minimal, allowing collective action to address greater harm and correct conduct.

What is a class action and how does it differ from individual lawsuits?

What are the requirements for a representative plaintiff in a class action?

What must happen for a class to be certified in a class action lawsuit?

What options do members of a plaintiff class have regarding participation in a class action?

Why might it be beneficial for plaintiffs to combine their claims in a class action?