LGST 369 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Inequality Of Bargaining Power, False Imprisonment
19 Aug 2018
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Chapter 2: describe class actions and explain when they can be used. Litigation: the system of resolving disputes in court; however, very few cases actually go to trial. As a matter of law, a corporation is a type of person. A company may therefore sue or be sued. In contrast, unincorporated organizations, such as clubs and church groups, are not classified as legal persons. Class action: allows a single person, or a small group of people, to sue on behalf of a larger group of claimants. E. g. group of claimants against a corporation for unjust charges on natural gas. One individual isn"t worth it, but together is. Involve common issues amongst members of the suit. The plaintiff must be representative of the other claimants. The plaintiff must have a workable plan for notifying potential claimants. Court must be convinced this is the preferable procedure for the claim (e. g. will this become too unwieldy)
