die Verbandsklage
Translation
class action, collective action, representative action
Examples
Der Verbraucherschutzverein reichte eine Verbandsklage ein.
The consumer protection association filed a class action.
Grammar Patterns
((eine Verbandsklage)) einreichen/erheben to file/bring (a class action) The association is filing a class action against the company.
Similar Words
Sammelklage (collective lawsuit)
Etymology
Composed of 'Verband' (association) and 'Klage' (lawsuit).
Memory Tips
Think of an association ('Verband') filing a lawsuit ('Klage') on behalf of a group.