Litigation is the process of resolving disputes through the court system, where parties present evidence and arguments to a judge or jury to obtain a legal judgment. It involves various stages including pleadings, discovery, trial, and potentially appeals, often requiring significant time and resources.
Collective legal proceeding, often referred to as class action, allows a group of individuals with similar claims to sue or be sued as a collective body, streamlining the legal process and potentially increasing efficiency and consistency in judgments. This mechanism can provide access to justice for individuals who might not have the resources to pursue individual claims, while also serving as a powerful tool for holding entities accountable for widespread harm.