Group Actions

Group litigation (class actions) are a serious risk for any consumer-facing business.

We are a leading expert in Scotland on group actions. We have worked on the major group litigations in Scotland in the last 15+ years, including Scotland’s first formal group action under rules introduced in 2020. This places 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.