is it possible and if so how do i go about filing a class action lawsuit against the governer of my state?
2007-03-19 15:32:59 · 8 answers · asked by wseedorff 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Your attorney would do that for you.
Of course, you need to understand that, in most cases, a governor can't be sued for actions he's taken as part of his official duties.
2007-03-19 15:36:59 · answer #1 · answered by Teekno 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For good info on class action lawsuits read the definition here http://www.classaction-lawsuit.info. As you will see on that site, in all the class action lawsuits the one factor that made it worthwhile for the lawyers was money. If there is no huge settlement possible for some fat cat attorneys you can forget it. No lawyer will even take the case unless theres a huge payoff!!! Go it alone with a lawyer just getting started, his/her payoff will be the experience.
2007-03-22 15:04:39 · answer #2 · answered by ES 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Based on your question, I am assuming you are not a lawyer. hypothetically you don't need a lawyer to represent you, but in practice you ought to have one. if you do a google search on "class action law firm" you will find a while bunch that bring this type of case. you didn't tell us what you wanted to sue over, but you might notice not too many private citizens bring class action suits against governors...as another person said, governors have a lot of immunity from suits by people angry over high taxes and such.
2007-03-19 22:48:12 · answer #3 · answered by njyogibear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, ignore "Harves 14". . ., Johnny Cochrane is dead.
Second, learn definition of "class action lawsuit".
Third, Prepare to be surprised when you find out you can not sue the Governor for his official acts and decisions.
2007-03-20 00:16:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow! Against the governor?? Find an attorney in a neighboring state that also has jurisdiction in your state. Thats your only chance.
2007-03-19 22:36:11 · answer #5 · answered by panthrchic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing I would do is pick up the phone and call an attorney. The very fact that you are asking this question shows you are now qualified to represent yourself. Talk to an attorney to see if your matter is even worth pursuing.
2007-03-19 23:20:02 · answer #6 · answered by Carl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to get a lawyer, or go to a public law library and start doing research on governmental immunity from state prosecutions. Ask for help there, they should give you some.
2007-03-19 22:42:00 · answer #7 · answered by eawolfpack04 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
johnny cochrane
2007-03-19 22:40:38 · answer #8 · answered by harves14 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋