What is a class action?
It's simple. A class action is a lawsuit filed by one or more plaintiffs (who are known as the "named plaintiffs") on behalf of others who have a similar legal claim. Because they allow people to join together as a group in one lawsuit against common defendants, class actions are important for consumers.

Why are class actions important?
The ability to join together in one lawsuit is particularly important for our judicial system to function efficiently. Without class actions, thousands, possibly millions of claims might theoretically flood the court system. Instead, the class action procedure encourages the filing of one single case on behalf of all people harmed, minimizing the need for thousands of individual cases. More importantly, class actions encourage more responsible behavior on the part of corporate defendants.

How do you join up?
Easily, visit ClassAction WatchDog. Once you sign up, we'll ask you to tell us a little about you, such as what car you drive, what insurance companies you use, and other categorical questions. We'll match your information to class action cases over the time you're a member. At first, there may or may not be a match on a current class action. Over time, you should expect to see matches. We'll also keep you updated on these matches, as not all class action matches are in settlement stage. Some new class actions that we match you to may take time until they move through the lawsuit process, so we'll periodically update you to let you know how the case is going. We'll also send you periodic listings of new class actions and recalls that are not matches but which you still may have interest in. You'll always get the story behind what each class action is about, who may qualify, and who the lawyers are in the case. You'll get what is called the case "docket" information, including all contact information, addresses, phone numbers, websites, court information, and sometimes copies of the actual lawsuits if you're online. In certain cases, you'll be entitled to free lawyer case reviews. Bottom line - you will at some point find class actions that make you money….but more importantly, you'll be informed on what products and services you should use so you don't get burned.

ClassAction WatchDog finds the majority of class actions and tracks them for you. We are a one-stop shop for class actions. We find new class actions that were just filed, and ones that are settling. We put the power of information in your hands. Either online or via the mail, we send you new class actions, along with product recalls, so you can see if any apply to you. If so, we give you the information where you can go to get more information or make a claim. We keep you updated as these cases progress through litigation. Thousands of class actions and recalls, many which may entitle you to money. We also empower you as a consumer to make strong life decisions on the products and services you use.