What does it cost to bring a class action?
It does not cost the person(s) bringing the class action any money to bring the lawsuit because such cases are brought by attorneys working on a contingent fee basis. “Contingent fee” means that attorneys do not get paid unless the lawsuit is successful. The attorneys advance the money and manpower needed for the lawsuit on behalf of the representative and Class. If the Class Action is successful, the attorneys apply to the court for an award of their fees and reimbursement of expenses. It is up to the court to determine the fee, and the attorneys alone risk the possibility of their not getting paid.
