Representative Litigation
/ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪv ˈlɪtɪˌɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A type of legal action where one or more individuals sue on behalf of a larger group with common legal claims.
The court certified the case as representative litigation to streamline numerous similar claims.
Forms
- representative litigation
- representative litigations
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Commentary
Representative litigation efficiently consolidates similar claims to avoid repetitive lawsuits; precise certification criteria vary by jurisdiction.
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