Class Actions
Class actions have been allowed in Scotland since 2020 and are known as Group Proceedings.
Class Action/Group Proceeding Expertise in Scotland
MBM Commercial’s position as an independent Scottish firm, with strong ties to businesses across the UK and world has resulted in our representing clients in pursuing and defending Group Proceedings.
We know the importance of mitigating exposure to risks flowing from Group Proceedings, both in terms of the financial and reputational impact.
Seeking our expert input at an early stage can help to mitigate that exposure and ‘get ahead’ of the risks.
We also act for claimant groups pursuing class actions, so understand the key drivers involved in these high-value, complex disputes.
We act/have acted in group proceedings/class actions for:
- A major car manufacturer in relation to the vehicle emissions claims. We were approached as a result of our Dispute Resolution expertise as well as our experience in handling Group Proceedings.
- Bondholder claimants affected by the liquidation of Blackmore Bond PLC.
- Claimant customers in relation to the misuse of personal data obtained through a loyalty card programme.
- Claimants in relation to the misuse of personal data by a software company.
Class Actions Costs & Funding
MBM Commercial have close links with a number of litigation funders and have excellent experience in facilitating innovative funding and indemnity options for class actions enabling claimants to pursue group proceedings while managing the financial risks.
MBM Commercial also have close links with the ATE insurance market allowing arrangements to be made so claimants can pursue group proceedings in the knowledge their financial position is better protected.
