What steps are involved in a Class Action and does it last a long time?
First, a person or group that feels it has been wronged consults an attorney or law firm that has experience in evaluating and pursuing Class Actions. Then, the attorneys investigate the extent of the wrong and the best course of action to correct that wrong. A letter may be sent to the alleged wrongdoers to try to obtain the desired relief without litigation. If the firm decides to proceed with litigation, it may ask which persons wish to act as Representatives. Then, it will initiate a lawsuit with the Representative(s) as lead plaintiff(s). The attorneys will ask the court to certify the suit as a class action, and if the case meets the requirements it should be certified as a Class Action and move forward. Along the way, the plaintiff’s attorneys will provide the funds and manpower to litigate the case. As appropriate and with the Representative’s authorization, they may negotiate with the opposing counsel to obtain a reasonable compromise or settlement for the Class. Although ever
