Class Action Plaintiff
/ˈklæs ˈækʃən ˈpleɪntɪf/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual or entity who brings a lawsuit on behalf of a class of people sharing common legal claims against a defendant.
The class action plaintiff sought damages for all consumers affected by the defective product.
Forms
- class action plaintiff
- class action plaintiffs
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to the representative party initiating the lawsuit on behalf of a larger group; proper identification is critical in pleadings and class certification motions.
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