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.
Lawyer Referral Service in Lafeyetta Parish, LA - The Lafeyetta Parish Bar Association (LPBA) sponsors a Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) in Lafayette, LA. The purpose of the LPBA LRIS is to administer a coordinated system to help individuals and businesses find a local attorney with experience in the needed practice area. In exchange for a $25 initial consultation fee, you can schedule a 30 minute office consultation to meet with the attorney to discuss the case and the attorney fees needed for additional services beyond the consultation. The $25 consultation fee is waived personal injury, workers' compensation, or social security cases.