A class-action lawsuit is a legal vehicle that allows multiple plaintiffs with similar damages to all file a joint lawsuit against the same defendant. If your company faces a class-action lawsuit due to a defective product, misleading advertising, or another issue, a Santa Ana business lawyer can review the case against you and determine your best available defenses against the class-action suit. This type of case could lead to intense and time-consuming business litigation that lasts for months or even years.