What is a class action?

Class actions are very common in product liability claims. When many different people suffer similar harm due to a product defect, they may choose to join together in a single lawsuit that is filed against the manufacturer of the product.

Typically, one or a handful of plaintiffs whose injuries are representative of the others harmed will be given an opportunity to serve as the “lead plaintiffs” or “class representatives.”

A class action lawsuit may be filed in a state court or federal court.