New Jersey Consumer Class Action Lawsuit Attorneys

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Class actions are a type of lawsuit where multiple people join together to get justice for a wrong that has impacted them all. Ultimately, the class action system helps people achieve justice on a larger scale by banding together over a common goal—without the need for each party to separately retain a lawyer and argue their own case.

Our lawyers have the experience needed to win class action cases—in fact, we have a collective 120-plus years’ experience successfully helping clients across New Jersey.  We have won millions for our clients over the years.  Unlike impersonal big firms, however, we keep our practice at a moderate size so that we can continue to work closely with our clients to continue our track record of success.  

We know how high the stakes are in a class action lawsuit.  Dozens, if not hundreds, of class members count on our team to help them get justice.  We take our responsibilities extremely seriously.  When you choose The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., you can expect compassion, dedication to justice and exceptional legal representation, in addition to a lawyer who you actually meet and speak to on a regular basis.

If you have questions about the class action lawsuit or believe you have grounds to file a class action, get in touch with us today.  You can call or contact us online for a free case review to get answers to your questions about pursuing a class action lawsuit.

Class Action Mechanics

Class action lawsuits can be complicated both because of the underlying subject matter and large dollar amounts that are often at stake.  However, in practice, the mechanics of the class action lawsuit can be explained as follows:

• A named representative (someone who was harmed in the same manner as the other class members) is identified
• The lawsuit is technically filed by the named representative (or representatives)
• Our lawyers work to show:
  • How all members of the class were harmed in the same way, under similar circumstances and by the same defendants
  • That the named representative’s harm is similar to the harm suffered by many, and that the named representative will fairly protect the interests of all other class members
  • That the class action is the best way to handle the members’ claims (as opposed to joining a few plaintiffs’ cases together in a typical lawsuit)
• Based on that showing, a judge must certify the class so that the class action can proceed
• After receiving class certification, we work to locate other potential class members and give them notice of their rights
• Class members have the right to opt-in to the class or opt-out

A court will typically approve class certification in cases where the class is large enough that it would be impractical for each person to independently pursue their own claim.  Once we have achieved class certification, our lawyers pursue the case much in the same way as any other type of case.  We continue to investigate, interview witnesses, and negotiate with the defendants’ lawyers and insurance companies. 

When we have reached a settlement award or final verdict, all members of the class are notified about how to receive their portion of the award.  In some cases, a separate fund is established if the number of class members is particularly large.

Types of Class Action Lawsuits We Handle

In any class action lawsuit, you need a skilled and experienced lawyer with the financial resources necessary to pursue these complex claims. At the Epstein Law Firm, P.A., our lawyers have spent decades honing our negotiation and legal skills so that we can effectively represent our clients’ interests in court. In fact, attorney Michael Epstein recently settled a class action case confidentially for $650,000 and is interim class counsel for the Bridgegate lawsuit against former allies of Gov. Chris Christie in connection with the George Washington Bridge lane closings. At The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., in Rochelle Park we have what it takes to successfully represent clients in class action lawsuits and other consumer law matters, and we take pride in helping clients through difficult matters such as:

• Defective products
• Insurance disputes
• Consumer protection cases, including deceptive advertising and consumer fraud
• Shareholder actions
• Wage and hour disputes
• Discrimination claims (including healthcare and education-related actions)

Class actions can be based on any number of different types of harm—from physical injuries caused by a defective medication to a financial loss sustained because of consumer fraud.  The key element to a class action is that the group of plaintiffs will have suffered the same type of loss under similar circumstances, based on the actions of the same defendant.

In all cases, that defendant is likely to fight tirelessly to avoid the class certification and the negative publicity that it inevitably generates.  Once we have achieved certification, the defendant will fight even harder to minimize financial exposure.  The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., our skilled lawyers are here to even the playing field as we work tirelessly to protect your rights.

If you believe you have grounds for a class action lawsuit, contact us today to learn more about protecting your legal rights.

Consult Our Experienced Class Action Lawyers for Answers Today

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., we have earned our reputation for providing outstanding legal representation in Bergen County and across New Jersey.  If you believe you have a class action lawsuit or think that others may have experienced harm similar to yours, call our office for a free consultation today.  We will sit down with you and help evaluate the situation to determine how to proceed.  You can also fill out our online contact form to give us some basic information about your potential case.