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Letter From London: The Rise of UK Class Actions and the Competition Appeal Tribunal

This episode of our “Fierce Competition“ podcast looks at trends across the pond in class actions in the U.K. and focuses on the country’s new tribunal that was created specifically to hear class actions. Antitrust/competition partners Bill Batchelor, Bruce Macaulay and Matt Martino discuss the variety of antitrust class actions active in the U.K., differences between class action in the U.S. and the U.K., and steps companies should take following the class certification stage. ____________________________ Until recent years, there was barely a single collective claim in Europe, but now, things have changed. This episode of the “Fierce Competition” podcast features Skadden partners Bill Batchelor, Bruce Macaulay and Matt Martino, who explore class action lawsuits in the U.K. and U.S., focusing on the evolving role of the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT), a new collective actions tribunal in the U.K., which is currently handling 48 live proceedings, involving a range of unique claims. Differences in the certification process in both jurisdictions are analyzed, as well as the impact of funding agreements, and much more. Tune in as this episode serves as a rich resource for understanding the intricacies of class action lawsuits on different sides of the Atlantic. Key Points The Role of the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT): In the U.K., the newly established CAT has become a significant platform for hearing class action lawsuits, with creative claims being presented. Certification Processes Differ Across Jurisdictions: The process for certifying a class action lawsuit varies significantly between the U.K. and the U.S. While the U.K. has a lower bar for certification, the U.S. requires a more thorough and rigorous analysis, with courts taking a closer examination of the requirements for class certification. The Influence of Litigation Funding on Class Actions: Both the U.K. and the U.S. have different approaches to litigation funding. Recent developments in the U.K., particularly the PACCAR decision, have raised questions about the enforceability of some funding agreements, while such agreements are typically private and less scrutinized in the U.S.