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27 Jan, 2014 by Suzan
He has not kept me up to date on a suit my father had on a man whom him a mobile home which was damage during Hurricane Katrina . He never return any of my calls, he, tells me we will win the case. What case? He also took all my dad's files from me since 2007. Have not heard from him since. I call never returns my calls, so I have know choice but to put a law suit on him for me and my now decease father.
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08 Sep, 2022 by Anonymous
This worst lawyer anybody can hire the only thing he does good is take your money and doesn't do anything he was hired for, been waiting a year an no feedback on the progress of he was hired to do just disgusted at this substandard lawyer
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27 Jun, 2013 by J.p.
Hired Mr Shaw to represent me in regards to a BP suit and have not heard back from him since. After calling him 3 times in roughly 6 months with 2 of those calls trying to refer potential clients I give up. Of course could not recommend the man to my friends if he cannot even get back to me about me referring them. I guess the next step is a letter to the bar association?
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28 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired tyler for my lawyer for divorce and they said 60 days until it would be complete it now has almost been 90 days. I would not recommend this lawyer to anyone. Also the secretary was rude when I called and asked about it!!!
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29 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
Tim HSU in his profile indicate he is also a California Certified public Accountant as of 3/26/2021. In fact his cpa license expired in 11/30/2015. And was cancelled by the board of accountancy as of 02/15/2021. In court paper he filed still indicated he is a CPA. He over charges his clients. Make simple thing complicated. Attempted to temper the witness statement, Aware of groundless lawsuit with no merit still induce his clients to continue the lawsuit and and wasting money and time. Never use this lawyer.
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22 Feb, 2023 by David
I had a buyer on a piece of real estate, price and contract in hand. I went to Mr. James A Myers of Bowen/Schhroth attorneys to get the contract reviewed and have some representation for the closing. He suggested a few changes and sent them to the buyer's attorney, who promptly returned another contract for review. This was 10/20/22, from then until 2/22/23 I was unable to get any response by phone, text or email from Mr. Myers. I called my buyer contact only to find out that due to lack of communication that they figured I was not interested and moved on.
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13 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
My 23 yr old daughter was involved in an automobile accident with another 65-year-old woman. This woman had major knee problems five or six years prior to the accident and have seen doctors at least 30 times within those years if not more and was a candidate for knee replacement but was unable to go through with doctors advice due to cost as she has zero health insurance . John hunter represented this woman who spoke very little English and my daughter was the defendant . He not only tried to track my daughter down to find out her insurance limit when she had moved out of Santa Barbara but he started to harass me come to my place of business call me incessantly. finally I told him that if he contacted me one more time I will file a harassment suit against him. He eventually stopped . Defendants lawyer determines that plaintive had purjured herself over and over again. My guess is that she was guided by her attorney-John Hunter - since she has an education of a first grader and seemed very confused during her deposition. I see from his history that he has lost his license during a period of time and my hope is that he never will be able to practice again. Do not hire this man!!!
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21 Oct, 2018 by Brittani
2 years we waited. Only got one court date with nothing accomplished. Acts like hes to busy to get back with you. Excuses after excuses. Literally the worst lawyer I've ever seen. Hes a joke.
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01 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Mr Aidman sent a cease and desist letter, uncertified. Then when recipient stated that they did not sign for any letter, he emailed it to them. This letter used verbage that was of a condescending and personal nature. Not what I would expect from a lawyer that I would hire. I would not hire him.
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26 Jan, 2023 by Pamela isenhour
I have NEVER been able to get ahold of Mr. Holderness. I can't offer an opinion, however; the bio I read on this Angelic being is unlike anything I've read before. The way he helps everyday people is phenomenal!! I know I would have given 5 stars had I of gotten to talk with this gentleman. After 1 month, I'm still trying to find a way to get in touch with him about a lawsuit.
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02 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
This attorney is fraudulently using my address and pretending it is the address of her law firm. She is getting her mail here which contains her client’s personal information and seemingly stealing it from my mail when no one is around.
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17 Sep, 2019 by David
incompetent pos lawyer. glad he's 65 and will be gone in 15 years.
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17 Sep, 2019 by David
incompetent pos lawyer. glad he's 65 and will be gone in 15 years.
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08 Apr, 2021 by Dianne lacroix
I was represented by Ms. Kientzy. She was not responsive to communications and billed a HUGE amount. I was gravely disappointed with the result considering the amount I was billed.
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09 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous
Conducted all his meetings with opposing council without my presence. Refused to allow me to participate or listen. Suggested settlement payment be made to his office. Was distracted by phone calls on my billable time. I received a very low dollar settlement even though I was wronged and had extensive email records and journals. It is not clear he ever read the extensive reports he required me to write since he deflected the issue when asked to recall the facts from them. He was very interested in settling out of court. He prefers to do all negotiating by mail. He claims to negotiate over the phone. He refused to meet with opposing council in person or was unable to get their cooperation , not sure which. He does not respond to client suggestions. He is very knowledgeable but unsympathetic and more concerned with fees than fighting for the client. He has all the patina of an aggressive attorney but lacks the professional fortitude to loyally fight for the clients rights. He does not take notes during meetings and each meeting requires a recap of the facts. He calls in other lawyers whose expertise is marginally related and who consume time reiterating the case. Bring a book to read in the waiting room even when there is no one else there. Pressures you to provide a credit card for retainer fee. Deflected requests for copies of all communications from opposing council, there were no phone records kept. He requires motivational incentivizing on a frequent basis to close the deal. Has no interest in client follow up.
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27 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
Bizarre was the way David A. Slossberg dealt with our case. Utterly impossible for him to return calls. Conversations were difficult and he would go off in tangents. Incapable of straightforward, intelligent answers. Unable to separate his personal life from his work. His reputation is based on what we cannot imagine other than connections from school onward. Unappealing accross the board!
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29 Jun, 2023 by Anonymous
False claims on a expired contract and never paid for labor work on expired warranty.
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30 Sep, 2019 by Anonymous lake charles
This lawyer made many mistakes on a succession. He failed to note the correct information on tax documentation and therefore ended up having to pay more to have it corrected. Ended up paying for his miscommunication because he decided to proceed without clarification, and when we told him no, that is not what we wanted at all, he charged us for what he did already plus the correction. We even had to call to find out what was going on when he wasn't responding to our emails and guess what? He charged us for that too. Now after the succession we are still finding mistakes that if he would have taken the time to review the details he would have already found.
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15 Jul, 2014 by Ewa
Karl Stoecker set up our meeting in NYC Bar Ass. office, 42 W 44th Street NY, Jul. 2nd, 2014, he charged me up front $ 300 (three hundred) in cash and refused to give a receipt. He tried to persuade me not to take any further action in my case. While I stated I am determined to fill a lawsuit to the Federal Court, Karl Stoecker get angry and became threatening me that Federal Court and in general American Justice system is not established to protect any [ my occupation] human rights, especially a person as I am do not have any rights. I realized that he have some information from my adversary.
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27 May, 2009 by Anonymous
Michael Fishbein forced me to settle a medical malpractice case against a defendant whom the Pa. Superior Court called a perjurer stating."We have little difficulty in concluding that Dr. Jannetta's testimony at deposition was different than, or inconsistent with, the testimony at trial." Levy v Jannetta, CCP Allegheny County, GD 81-7689; appeal -J. A370017/92 Levy v Jannetta et al, No. 00150 Pittsburgh, 1992. settled, 1995. He took my medical malpractice case for appeal from a lower court non suiting. This case involved a surgery named after the defendant and from which I emerged with a 100% facial paralysis on the operated side as well as so much damage from the operation that the next surgeon was unable to do his surgery - leaving me with no way out of permanent disability and pain. He, and his associate Robert Unterberger, although the contract was between Fishbein and I, did no depositions, interrogatories, etc. I was evaluated only be a vocational rehabilitation expert. They got the wrong neurosurgical witness, pediatric for an adult surgery who never saw or spoke with me. The ophthalmic expert was my local ophthalmologist who also was not prepped.. (Unterberger said he would do it during the trial. As I guess he would have done me and the neurosurgeon.) Neither Fishbein nor Unterberger spoke with or retained a facial nerve specialist, a major component of the case; for sustained damages as well as showing that a defensive pre surgical test showed that Dr. Jannetta's surgery had a high probability of paralyzing the face. They did no witness prep, including of me. Unterberger picked a jury on a Friday afternoon. He was in Pittsburgh and told me I didn't need to come up til the weekend for prep. He called me 7 times in a 2 1/2 hour period that Friday evening and each time with a lower settlement number, so low, from the start there was no way it would cover lifelong medical expenses or for the disfigurement and disability. By the 7th call I was crying and told him to just get rid of it. The following Monday I called Fishbein and told him what happened and I did not accept settlement. He told me I had no choice (which I found out a long time later was not the truth). Strangely enough, 3 weeks after this forced settlement, in a case that had been in the courts for 14 (yes fourteen) years, Dr. Jannetta was named Pa. Sec't of Health nominee by Gov, Ridge. This case went to fee dispute where I received a (small) additional amount but fee dispute then wrote they did not find against Fishbein so he has no record of fee dispute going against him. I asked him 2 mths before trial why he did not seem to be acting as my advocate. He replied, which he has since denied saying, "After 20 years you lose your zest for it." At that point it was too late to find another attorney. After 2 years later, after statute of limitations over, I found out the zest he lost was only for my case evidently as, during the same period of time, he was lead counsel for diet drug Phen-fen case for which he won a 54 million dollar verdict. (Despite his being quoted as saying some of the claimants had no damage.) He was lazy and betrayed my trust.
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29 Oct, 2021 by Mike
On 5/12/20 I was injured in a convenient store. On 5/15/20 I hired lane diamond to represent me and secure the videos of my injury. After many repeated calls to check on the progress of my case went nowhere, I finally received a termination letter on 9/11/20 four months after I hired him. I immediately asked for everything in my file and was sent on 9/23/20 a copy of a Preservation of evidence letter dated 9/18/20 (one week AFTER receiving the termination letter(9/11/20) signed by lane diamond stating he represented me and requested information and further contact with him from the store owner(the defendant in my case). I am presently presenting my case in court without anything to show from the first four critical months of my ordeal. as to date (over a year later) the only thing I have ever received from lane diamond after requesting my file is that one letter dated one week after he terminated our attorney/client relationship. I can and will provide anyone with the termination letter dated 9/11/20 and the preservation letter dated 9/18/20 or anything else requested to prove everything I have stated is both true and accurate. I will leave the ethical judgements to you.
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06 Jun, 2024 by Spockstein adventures
My Employer went with this firm during 2020 For my immigration services to file the 485 Application, They charged 3X than any other competent law firms but they delayed my application delays and costed me 4 years and nothing helped. They were supposed to send on 10/22 but sent on 10/30/2022 because they sent along with other applicants but we paid more fee. we fed hefty fee for bad advices and we regret going with this law firm.Hope this helps to others(It was only one application from our firm and paid as good as 3 you can understand the pain)
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19 Nov, 2021 by Stacy clark
Their phone receptionist is rude.
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22 Aug, 2023 by Kreyer family trust
This man is a horrible lawyer, as far as I’m concerned he is a criminal, and a bully - he billed my family over $80,000 and didn’t fight to present crucial evidence when it came down to the wire.. He is a liar, a megalomaniac, a horrible person, and I would absolutely NOT recommend him unless your willing to waste tens of thousands of dollars to listen to him lecture and insult you while telling you crucial evidence is worthless. He abandoned me twice during hearings he promised to appear for, as he said he would not leave me out to dry - yet abandoned me day of the trials/hearings and I lost horribly due to his malpractice and misrepresentation of his skill set I went in on my own for trial and was ten times more effective than he was in all three years of his representation combined! I will gladly share more information with anyone considering hiring Wallace. Unlike him, I’m not scared to present it. He has threatened to sue me for defamation when he knows he’s failed me as an attorney - the only thing he did well was a deposition - which Yorker a ton of evidence he never presented. This man is a joke and a hot head - do not waste your money or energy depending on him to do the honest Abe ethical thing. Feel free to message me for further detail and evidence. I’m reporting him to the bar and trying to recover the money wasted on this man’s ego.
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28 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Unreliable. She scheduled a meeting under her conditions, and canceled it last minute despite several weeks notice of meeting date.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
Shawn Jaffer and there attorneys are not litigation lawyers to represent you in credit bureau lawsuits. They do not represent you to the best of there ability or represent you in your best interest. I wasted 31/2 years of disputes and cfpb complaints in 8 months hiring These incompetent lawyers since January 2024. They file motions to withdraw from your case or motions to dismiss your case with excuses. They don't always take your phone calls. In my opinion These attorneys don't work for you to win, there against you. Think twice before you hire this firm. Speak to many different lawyers first before jumping in with this firm..you may end up botching your case up using I say this lightly, don't waste your time, there not skilled enough in the fcra litigation business. You can decide..when they lose or dismiss your case.
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16 May, 2019 by Vicki barnes
They are pre-occupied, they don’t know the material and don’t learn the case. They took retainer and then they disappeared. Bad representation in the hearing. Inefficient at $60K in a month and half NOT RECOMMENDED!
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22 Aug, 2024 by Rich
This guy is as sleazy as they come so if you need that type of lawyer, this guys for you. This guy is a piece of work, when due to a miscommunication and a mistake on my part, he thought I was on the same team, and proceeded to tell me the item on my credit was a mistake, and while we were on the phone he said, "if you look now, it's off your record." Long story short, we were not on the same team, and even though he heard my life story, agreed with the facts, removed the item from my credit, and then had the audacity, to put it back onto my report even though he told me it didn't belong in the 1st place, and that it was removed. Who does that? How is that legal?
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22 Aug, 2023 by Kreyer family trust
This man is a horrible lawyer, as far as I’m concerned he is a criminal, and a bully - he billed my family over $80,000 and didn’t fight to present crucial evidence when it came down to the wire.. He is a liar, a megalomaniac, a horrible person, and I would absolutely NOT recommend him unless your willing to waste tens of thousands of dollars to listen to him lecture and insult you while telling you crucial evidence is worthless. He abandoned me twice during hearings he promised to appear for, as he said he would not leave me out to dry - yet abandoned me day of the trials/hearings and I lost horribly due to his malpractice and misrepresentation of his skill set I went in on my own for trial and was ten times more effective than he was in all three years of his representation combined! I will gladly share more information with anyone considering hiring Wallace. Unlike him, I’m not scared to present it. He has threatened to sue me for defamation when he knows he’s failed me as an attorney - the only thing he did well was a deposition - which Yorker a ton of evidence he never presented. This man is a joke and a hot head - do not waste your money or energy depending on him to do the honest Abe ethical thing. Feel free to message me for further detail and evidence. I’m reporting him to the bar and trying to recover the money wasted on this man’s ego.
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What a Class Action Lawyer Can Do for You

A class action lawyer specializes in representing groups of individuals who have suffered similar harm or injury due to the actions of a company, organization, or government entity. These lawyers file lawsuits on behalf of a large group (the "class") of individuals, seeking compensation or relief for damages caused by things like defective products, environmental harm, consumer fraud, or employment violations. Class action lawyers are skilled in managing complex legal processes that involve numerous plaintiffs and large-scale legal claims.

If you’ve been harmed by a product, service, or corporate action that also affected many others, a class action lawyer can help you join or initiate a collective lawsuit to seek justice and compensation.

When Should I Hire a Class Action Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a class action lawyer if you and a group of people have experienced harm or damages under similar circumstances. Common scenarios include:

  • Defective products: If a product you purchased caused injury, illness, or other harm due to a defect, a class action lawyer can help you join a lawsuit against the manufacturer or retailer.
  • Consumer fraud: If a company has misled consumers through false advertising, deceptive business practices, or scams, a class action lawsuit can be filed to seek compensation on behalf of all affected customers.
  • Employment violations: If your employer has violated labor laws - such as failing to pay overtime, denying benefits, or enforcing discriminatory policies - a class action lawyer can represent a group of employees seeking justice.
  • Data breaches: If a company’s negligence led to a data breach that compromised your personal information, you may be able to join a class action lawsuit seeking compensation for the breach.
  • Environmental damage: If you or your community has been harmed by environmental hazards, such as pollution or toxic waste, a class action lawyer can file a collective lawsuit against the responsible party.
  • Unfair financial practices: If a bank, lender, or credit card company engaged in fraudulent or illegal financial practices, a class action lawyer can help a group of consumers recover losses.

Hiring a lawyer early in the process helps ensure that you meet legal deadlines and that your case is properly prepared for a potential class action lawsuit.

What Does a Class Action Lawyer Do?

A class action lawyer provides a range of legal services to represent large groups of individuals in lawsuits. Their responsibilities often include:

  • Investigating the claim: The lawyer investigates the facts of the case, including gathering evidence of harm, identifying potential plaintiffs, and determining whether a class action lawsuit is the best course of action.
  • Filing the lawsuit: The lawyer files the class action lawsuit on behalf of the named plaintiffs (the representative plaintiffs) and others who have experienced similar harm.
  • Class certification: One of the first steps in a class action is getting the court to certify the case as a class action. The lawyer will argue that the case meets the legal requirements for certification, such as the number of plaintiffs and commonality of harm.
  • Communicating with plaintiffs: Class action lawyers keep plaintiffs informed throughout the process, including notifying potential class members about the lawsuit and giving them the opportunity to join the case.
  • Negotiating settlements: Many class action lawsuits are resolved through settlements before going to trial. The lawyer will negotiate with the defendant to reach a settlement that compensates the class for their losses.
  • Representing the class in court: If the case goes to trial, the lawyer will represent the entire class, presenting evidence, questioning witnesses, and arguing for the plaintiffs.
  • Managing claims distribution: Once a settlement or verdict is reached, the lawyer helps manage the process of distributing compensation to class members, ensuring that all eligible plaintiffs receive their share of the award.

How Are Class Action Lawyers Paid?

Class action lawyers are typically paid on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if the class action lawsuit is successful. Here’s how their payment structure generally works:

  • Contingency fee: Class action lawyers usually take a percentage of the settlement or judgment as their fee. This percentage typically ranges from 25% to 40%, depending on the complexity of the case and the amount of work involved.
  • No upfront fees: You generally won’t have to pay any fees upfront. The lawyer covers the costs of the lawsuit, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, and court costs, and is reimbursed from the settlement or award.
  • Court approval of fees: In class action cases, the court must approve the lawyer’s fee to ensure that it is reasonable. This helps protect class members from paying excessive legal fees.

Always discuss fee arrangements with your lawyer at the outset to understand how much they will be paid if the lawsuit is successful.

How Much Does a Class Action Lawyer Cost?

Class action lawyers generally work on contingency, meaning they don’t get paid unless the lawsuit is successful. Here’s a breakdown of potential costs:

  • Contingency fee: Class action lawyers typically charge between 25% and 40% of the settlement or judgment. For example, if the lawsuit settles for $10 million and the lawyer’s fee is 30%, the lawyer would receive $3 million, and the remaining $7 million would be distributed to the class members.
  • Court costs and expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, the lawyer will deduct the costs associated with the lawsuit, such as court filing fees, expert witness fees, and investigation costs. These costs are usually reimbursed from the settlement or award.
  • No cost if the case is lost: If the class action lawsuit is unsuccessful, you typically won’t owe any legal fees or costs. The lawyer assumes the financial risk of the case.

It’s important to discuss potential costs and fee structures with your lawyer before the case proceeds to ensure transparency and avoid any surprises.

Top Questions to Ask a Class Action Lawyer

Before hiring a class action lawyer, you should ask key questions to ensure they have the experience and skills needed to handle your case effectively. Key questions to ask include:

  1. What experience do you have with class action lawsuits?
    Ensure the lawyer has a successful track record of handling class action cases, particularly in the area of law relevant to your case (e.g., consumer fraud, employment, defective products).
  2. How do you charge for your services?
    Confirm that the lawyer charges a contingency fee, and ask for a detailed explanation of what percentage they charge and how expenses will be handled.
  3. What are the chances of success in my case?
    Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of your case and the likelihood of certification as a class action.
  4. How long will the process take?
    Class action lawsuits can take time to resolve, so ask the lawyer how long they expect the case to last, from certification to settlement or trial.
  5. Will I need to appear in court?
    Ask if your participation will be required in court or whether the lawyer will handle most aspects of the case on behalf of the class.
  6. What is the expected settlement or recovery?
    Ask about potential outcomes, including the expected settlement or damages, and how compensation will be distributed among class members.
  7. What happens if the case is lost?
    Confirm that you won’t owe any legal fees or expenses if the case is unsuccessful.

How to Check the Credibility of a Class Action Lawyer

To ensure you are hiring a reputable class action lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and experience:

  • Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice law and has no history of disciplinary actions.
  • Look for class action experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in class action cases and have successfully handled cases similar to yours.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate in class action lawsuits.
  • Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have been involved in class action cases.
  • Check for certifications or memberships: Membership in organizations like the American Association for Justice (AAJ) or specific class action sections can indicate the lawyer’s expertise in handling large-scale litigation.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To get the most out of your first consultation with a class action lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant information and documents. Here’s what you should bring:

  • Details of the harm you’ve experienced: Provide a clear explanation of the harm or damages you’ve suffered, whether it’s a defective product, financial loss, or harm due to employment violations.
  • Evidence of the issue: Bring any documents, emails, receipts, contracts, or photos that support your claim. If others have experienced the same harm, gather their testimonies or contact information if possible.
  • Information about the responsible party: If you know which company, organization, or government entity is responsible, bring any information you have about them, including names, addresses, or prior legal actions.
  • Questions about the process: Prepare a list of questions about the class action process, your potential role in the lawsuit, and what you can expect in terms of outcomes and timelines.
  • Contact information for other potential class members (if available): If you know others who have been similarly affected, provide their contact information so the lawyer can assess whether they may join the class action.

By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer evaluate your case effectively and provide the best legal guidance for pursuing a class action lawsuit.

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