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GGH Law represents consumers in class action lawsuits against companies whose misconduct harmed many people the same way. Our team is here to help you hold those responsible accountable. SEE IF YOUR CASE QUALIFIES

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Class Actions

What Is a Class Action Lawsuit?

Imagine buying something, only to find out later that it's defective or harmful to your health. Or think about a hospital — a place meant to cure and heal — that instead ignored harm or covered it up. When not just one, but multiple individuals have been affected by the same issue, a class action lawsuit allows them to seek justice together — with one case, one outcome, and shared strength in numbers.

Defective & Dangerous Products

Products that reach consumers with hidden defects or health risks can affect thousands of buyers the same way.

Consumer Fraud & Deceptive Practices

Misleading advertising, hidden fees, and deceptive business practices can support claims on behalf of every affected customer.

Data Breaches & Privacy Violations

When companies fail to protect personal information, everyone whose data was exposed may have a claim.

Environmental Harm

Pollution and contamination caused by corporate misconduct can injure entire communities.

Securities & Investor Fraud

Shareholders misled by false statements or concealed risks can pursue recovery as a class.

Employment Violations

Wage theft, discrimination, and other workplace violations affecting many employees can be addressed in a single action.

Landmark Cases

History of Class Action Lawsuits

There have been several class action lawsuits against drug companies for unsafe medications, corporations for harming the environment, and organizations for widespread negative effects on people. These cases have reshaped entire industries — and show what collective legal action can achieve. Some notable class action lawsuits include the following:

  • In 1998, major tobacco companies were sued by several U.S. states for misleading ads and the health costs of smoking — resulting in the largest civil settlement in U.S. history.
  • In 2010, BP was sued after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • In 2015, Volkswagen was sued for rigging emissions tests, agreeing to spend up to $14.7 billion to settle the allegations.
  • In 2017, Equifax was sued after a data breach exposed the personal information of 147 million people.

From consumer products to privacy and the environment, class actions remain one of the most powerful tools for holding large institutions accountable — and GGH Law continues that tradition on behalf of its clients.

Legal Help For Consumers

WERE YOU HARMED BY CORPORATE NEGLIGENCE?

DEFENDANTS

Who Can Be Sued in a Class Action?

Class action defendants are the corporations, institutions, and agencies whose conduct harmed the group — and holding them accountable can drive change far beyond a single case.

Corporations

Companies can be sued for selling dangerous products, misleading consumers, breaching data security, or causing environmental harm.

Institutions

Schools, religious organizations, and healthcare providers can face class claims for failing to protect the people in their care.

Government Agencies

Agencies can be held accountable for negligence, misconduct, or failing to enforce laws meant to protect the public.

COMPENSATION

What Can I Recover?

While nothing can undo the harm you've suffered, the law allows class members to seek compensation for their losses. Damages in a class action generally fall into these categories:

Economic Damages

Refunds, out-of-pocket costs, financial losses, and other economic harm directly resulting from the misconduct are recoverable in a class action.

Non-Economic Damages

Where the harm goes beyond financial loss — emotional distress, diminished quality of life, pain and suffering — class members may also be compensated.

Punitive Damages

In cases of egregious corporate conduct — such as knowingly concealing a defect — courts may award additional punitive damages to punish the defendant and deter future misconduct.

Nationally Recognized Trial Attorneys

GGH Has Won Over $2 Billion for Its Clients

Gould Grieco & Hensley is a national, boutique personal injury firm recognized as leaders in complex class action litigation. Our attorneys have secured unprecedented results against the world’s largest institutional defendants.

“Our clients want accountability for what happened to their children and their family, but they also want to see that this doesn’t continue to happen to other kids and to other families.”

— GGH Partners

YOUR ATTORNEYS

GGH Is Fighting for Families Like Yours

At GGH Law, we have boldly represented numerous clients in class action lawsuits. Our efforts have not only secured significant compensation but have also driven meaningful change — for our clients and for the community as a whole.

A GGH attorney can advise you on the next steps and weigh whether a class action is right for your situation. Our firm handles these cases on a contingency basis — you never pay out of pocket.

You never pay out of pocket.

WE WORK ON CONTINGENCY
NO FEE UNLESS WE WIN

You only pay if we secure compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

In a class action, all plaintiffs are treated as one group with one shared outcome. In a mass tort, each plaintiff keeps an individual claim valued on their specific injuries. GGH handles both and can advise which path fits your situation.
In most class actions you're automatically included if you fit the class definition — but protecting your rights and understanding your options starts with a free case review.
Nothing upfront. Class actions are handled on a contingency basis — attorneys' fees come out of the recovery, and you never pay out of pocket.
Usually, yes. Opting out lets you pursue your own individual lawsuit instead of sharing in the class outcome — a choice that matters when your losses are larger than the typical class member's. GGH can advise which route serves you better.
Class actions can take several years given their scale — but class members typically don't need to actively litigate. Once you're part of the class, the attorneys carry the case forward.
Deadlines vary by case, and some settlements have claim windows that close. Contact GGH for a free review to find out what options are still open to you.
ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CONSUMERS:
THE GGH ADVANDAGE
Gould Grieco & Hensley (GGH) is a prestigious, boutique national personal injury firm that serves as a relentless advocate for victims of corporate misconduct and catastrophic injuries. Recognized as "Innovators of Law," the firm combines world-class legal expertise with state-of-the-art technology—including agile project management and cutting-edge trial techniques—to secure unprecedented results against the world’s largest institutional defendants. With a proven track record that includes global settlements exceeding $2 billion and individual verdicts surpassing $550 million, their award-winning attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis to ensure justice is accessible without upfront costs. From the courtroom to features in The New York Times and Forbes, Gould Grieco and Hensley remains dedicated to turning strategic precision and aggressive litigation into life-changing outcomes for their clients.