"Representative action" refers to a legal case where one person or a group of people sue on behalf of a larger group who have similar claims or concerns. It allows a few individuals to stand up for the rights or interests of many who might be affected by the outcome of the case.
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«representative»
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Sentences with «representative action»
- Other strengthening measures include: • A recommendation that the Government give consideration to providing the ACCC with extra funding for the purpose of bringing representative actions under Part IV. (australiancompetitionlaw.org)
- After successfully demurring, negotiated favorable resolution of wage and hour representative action on behalf of a major television network. (sheppardmullin.com)
- Therefore, the FAA does not preempt a state law that prohibits waiver of PAGA representative actions in an employment contract. (calwages.com)
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