In some cases, a corporation causes a small amount of damages to a large number of individuals. Class action lawsuits allow a large number of plaintiffs to bring an action against a corporation to collect money damages or other relief.
Class actions often occur in federal court. In a class action suit, the plaintiff or plaintiffs allege that negligence or other bad actions on the part of the defendant or defendants have hurt a large number of people, and that the plaintiffs represent that class of people.
In a class action, there might be a settlement of award and people who are members of the class can claim the award.
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Lawyer Referral and Information Service of the Atlanta Bar Association - Since 1960, the Atlanta Bar Association has sponsored a Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS). For more than 50 years, the LRIS has helped the public find a qualified attorney throughout Fulton County and the greater metropolitan Atlanta area. The referral requires a $35 consultation fee that entitles the individual to a 30 minute consultation with the attorney at no additional charge. The Atlanta Bar Association LRIS is recognized by the American Bar Association for meeting its high standards.