Class Action Lawsuits
Columbus, Ohio Lawyer

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At Robert W. Kerpsack Co., L.P.A., we joined together with several other lawyers from Florida, Illinois, and Massachusetts to file a class action suit on behalf of a Florida physician and other affected medical providers against an Ohio-based insurance company that we alleged was misrepresenting its health insurance policies. Both the Ohio lawsuit and the related federal lawsuit were settled, and a settlement fund of nearly $10 million was created on behalf of the class.

A class action suit is designed to pursue legal remedy on behalf of a group of people who have all suffered similar damages as a result of another party's wrongdoing. This type of suit is certified when the injured parties can show the following:

• The defendant's alleged actions are responsible for damages to a large enough group of people that it would be impractical to try each case individually.
• The experiences and specifics of each case are typical enough that the acting claimants can act as representatives for the case.
• The representatives of the class will fairly and adequately protect the interests of all parties to the case.

Due to the high standards of accountability and the inherent legal complexity of filing, certifying, and representing class action suits, these can be difficult claims to present in court.

However, we at Robert W. Kerpsack Co., L.P.A. believe that every consumer, every patient, and every injured party deserves only the best in legal representation. If you think you have cause to present a class action lawsuit on behalf of a class of individuals, call us today. We'll review your case with you and help you assess whether your case is strong enough to go forward. As always, we provide your consultation at no cost, and with no obligation. So call us today.