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.
The AAJ is committed to promoting a fair and effective civil justice system while supporting the work of attorneys representing plaintiffs.
Northern Kentucky Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service - The Northern Kentucky Bar Association in Crestview Hills, KY, maintains a Lawyer Referral Service (LRS). The LRS helps individuals and businesses find an attorney throughout Crestview Hills, Kenton County, and the surrounding areas of Northern Kentucky. Use the online Public Referral Form to receive a referral to a local attorney in one of 25 main practice areas. The service pre-screens the attorneys for their good standing with the Kentucky State Bar and experience in the needed practice area.