die Verbandsklage
Translation
class action lawsuit, collective action, representative action
Examples
Der Verbraucherschutzverein reichte eine Verbandsklage ein.
The consumer protection association filed a class action lawsuit.
Grammar Patterns
((eine Verbandsklage)) einreichen/erheben to file/bring (a class action lawsuit) The association is filing a class action lawsuit against the company.
Similar Words
Sammelklage (collective lawsuit)
Etymology
A compound of 'Verband' (association, organization) and 'Klage' (lawsuit, complaint).
Memory Tips
Visualize an association ('Verband') bringing a legal complaint ('Klage') for its members.