Representative Plaintiff
/ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪv ˈplæntɪf/
Definitions
- (n.) A party who sues on behalf of a group sharing common legal issues, typically in class action lawsuits.
The representative plaintiff filed the class action against the corporation.
- (n.) A lead plaintiff chosen to represent the interests of other similarly situated plaintiffs in a collective legal proceeding.
The court appointed a representative plaintiff to streamline the case process.
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- representative plaintiff
- representative plaintiffs
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Commentary
The term is essential in class action context, emphasizing the plaintiff's role in representing a class; clarity about the representative’s duty and authority is crucial in pleadings and settlement discussions.
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