Class Actions

Class actions are a serious risk for any consumer-facing business.

We are a leading expert in Scotland on class actions, known as group actions in Scotland, having worked on the major group actions in Scotland in the last 15+ years. This includes Scotland’s first formal group action under new rules introduced in 2020, placing us in a unique position in the Scottish market.

Our leading, tier 1-ranked, product liability practice has longstanding expertise working on group actions with a cross-border dimension, managing claims in relation to high-value, business critical, complex, litigation. We are well versed in translating different concepts and procedures and helping clients navigate unfamiliar territory.

Our experience extends to working for UK and global names in a range of sectors including pharmaceutical, medical devices, consumer products, automotive, transport, and IT, as well as organisations dealing with significant volumes of personal data.

Group litigation is a real risk for any business operating in the consumer sphere, whether through handling large amounts of personal data, manufacturing or distributing consumer products, or providing consumer services. Companies with any nexus to Scotland are at risk of exposure to group litigation. At Burness Paull, we have the expertise to guide you through a business-critical time.

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