June 12, 2026 | Featured
Class Action vs. Mass Tort: What’s the Difference?
Both class actions and mass torts allow large groups of people to sue a common defendant, but they work very differently — and the distinction matters for your rights, potential recovery, and how the case is handled.
June 12, 2026 | Featured
How Do Securities Class Action Settlements Work
A securities class action settlement is an agreement between the defendant company and the investor class to resolve the lawsuit for a specific sum of money. When a settlement is reached, a fund is created, and every investor who files a valid claim receives a proportional share based on their losses.
June 9, 2026 | Featured
What Is a Lead Plaintiff in a Class Action Lawsuit?
A Lead Plaintiff is the investor appointed by the court to represent all other class members in a securities class action lawsuit. Think of it as being the captain of the team — you do not have to do the legal heavy lifting yourself, but you have a real say in how the case is handled and an opportunity to maximize the recovery for every investor involved.
June 5, 2026 | Featured
How Do I Know If I Lost Money in a Securities Fraud Case?
If you invested in a company whose stock dropped sharply after negative news came out, you may have been the victim of securities fraud. Not every stock loss qualifies — but when a company misleads investors, and the truth causes the price to fall, shareholders may be entitled to recover their losses through a class action lawsuit.
June 2, 2026 | Featured
What Is a Securities Class Action Lawsuit?
A securities class action lawsuit is a legal case in which a group of investors who all suffered similar losses sue a company – and its executives – for misleading them about the value of their stock.
May 29, 2026 | Featured
Why People Don’t Claim Class Action Settlement Money (And Where the Unclaimed Funds Go)
The Federal Trade Commission’s 2019 report — based on data subpoenaed from seven of the largest claims administrators and covering 149 consumer class actions — found a median claim rate of 9%. Claim rates were lower for cases relying on indirect notice (publication, banners) than for those using direct mailed notice.
May 19, 2026 | Featured
AI Hype and Securities Fraud: What Investors Should Watch For
Artificial intelligence has dominated corporate messaging for the past several years. Earnings calls, annual reports, and SEC filings are filled with references to AI-driven growth, AI-powered products, and AI-fueled competitive advantages.
April 24, 2026 | Featured
What Is a Section 220 Demand—and Why It Matters to Stockholders
When investors suspect that something has gone wrong inside a public company—such as misleading disclosures, a failed acquisition, or board‑level mismanagement—they often face an immediate challenge: lack of information.
April 21, 2026 | Featured
PII vs. PHI: Why Some Data Breach Claims Are More Serious Than Others
Not all data breaches carry the same risk. When a company reports that “personal information” was exposed, what really matters is what kind of data was involved.
April 10, 2026 | Featured
How Settlement Sizes Are Estimated in Securities Class Action Cases
One of the most common questions investors ask when a securities class action is filed is simple: What could this case be worth? While no one can predict outcomes with certainty, experienced analysts and economists use established methods to estimate potential settlement sizes—often well before a case is resolved.
March 25, 2026 | Featured
Do You Have to Be a “Big” Investor to Join a Securities Class Action?
Many investors assume that securities class actions are only for hedge funds, institutions, or shareholders with massive losses. In reality, that’s one of the most common misconceptions, and it often prevents individual investors from learning about their rights.
February 26, 2026 | Featured
Scammed by a “Bank” or Investment Group on WhatsApp or Text? You’re Not Alone.
Have you received a WhatsApp or text message from someone claiming to represent your bank or an investment group? You may be facing a WhatsApp bank scam. Learn how these financial fraud schemes work, warning signs to watch for, and what legal options may be available to victims.
February 16, 2026 | Featured
When Mergers Go Wrong: How Shareholders Can Protect Their Rights
Learn how shareholders can challenge unfair mergers, assert appraisal rights, and pursue legal remedies when acquisitions undervalue their interests.
February 10, 2026 | Featured
Portfolio Monitoring – Your Secret Weapon
In today’s fast moving markets, investors face a constant stream of corporate disclosures, regulatory actions, and litigation developments that can materially impact the value of their holdings
January 29, 2026 | Featured
What Is a Shareholder Derivative Case?
A derivative case is a lawsuit filed by a shareholder on behalf of the corporation against insiders—typically directors, officers, or sometimes third parties—who allegedly harmed the company. Unlike a class action (which seeks compensation for shareholders’ own losses), a derivative case seeks to remedy wrongs done to the corporation itself.
January 27, 2026 | Featured
Understanding Data Breach Class Actions — And Why Consumers Choose BG&G
Data breaches have become an unfortunate reality of modern life. Every year, millions of people receive notices informing them that their Social Security numbers, financial information, medical data, or other sensitive personal details were exposed.
January 22, 2026 | Featured
Lead Plaintiff Insight: Your Guide to Taking a Leadership Role in a Class Action
Class actions can seem distant or complex, but they offer a powerful path for investors harmed by corporate misconduct to seek justice. While every eligible investor can share in a recovery, serving as Lead Plaintiff gives you a unique opportunity to guide the litigation, influence strategy, and help protect the interests of the entire class of shareholders.