THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT: anatomizing the lead plaintiff process

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INTRODUCTION TO THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

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The Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. (NYSE: BRBS) publicly traded securities between March 10, 2023 and October 31, 2023, inclusive (the “Class Period”).  Captioned Hunter v. Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc., No. 23-cv-08944 (E.D.N.Y.), the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit charges Blue Ridge Bankshares and certain of its top current and former executive officers with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
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If you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares stock and wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit, please contact Blue Ridge Bankshares Stock Loss Lawyer Timothy L. Miles by calling 855/846-6529 or via e-mail at [email protected] or by submitting a contact form. 

Lead plaintiff motions for the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than February 5, 2024.

In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss everything an investor needs to know about the lead plaintiff process in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit.

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THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

​​​When a securities class action is filed such as the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit, the person who files the first complaint is required to publish a notice announcing the filing. Anyone who wants to be lead plaintiff on behalf of the class in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit must thereafter file a motion to be appointed as lead plaintiff(s) no later than 60 days after the notice was published. 

THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

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​The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased and suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares stock to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit. A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class. ​

​A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the class action lawsuit. The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the securities class action lawsuit.  An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery of the class action lawsuit is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff. If you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares​ stock and have further questions, contact Blue Ridge Bankshares stock loss Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today who would fight to recover your damages in a Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit if you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares stock.

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THE BENEFITS OF SERVING AS LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES LAWSUIT

Serving as a Lead Plaintiff in the Blue Ridge Bankshares lawsuit has several advantages and important benefits including:

• A Lead Plaintiff is able to negotiate more competitive attorney fees and reduce other litigation costs by actively monitoring the class counsel.
• Lead Plaintiff has the benefit of being able to manage the litigation primarily by overseeing and monitoring the progress of the action and the efforts of counsel, and being able to review and comment on important filings and other documents pertaining to the prosecution of the action.
• There is no financial risk in serving as a Lead Plaintiff because Lead Counsel advances all costs and expenses incurred in the prosecution of the case and will be reimbursed only if there is a successful settlement or judgment recovery on behalf of the class.
• Lead Plaintiff has the benefit of being involved and active in all negotiations relating to any settlement.
• Lead Plaintiffs that continue owning the stock of the defendant will enjoy the long-term benefits from governance reform resulting from the litigation. 

Thus, there are numerous benefits and other advantages to serving as lead plaintiff in a class action against Blue Ridge Bankshares​​ if you suffered significant losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares​ stock. ​

RESPONSIBILITIES THE LEAD PLAINTIFF WILL HAVE IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

A Lead Plaintiff owes a fiduciary duty to the class, and therefore, must act in the best interest of the class in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit.  Some of the responsibilities of the Lead Plaintiff in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit include:

• Selecting, monitoring, and overseeing Lead Counsel.
• Reviewing and commenting on court filings on behalf of the class.
• Discussing litigation strategies with the Lead Counsel.
• Attending depositions (if necessary) and giving a deposition.
• Attending hearings (if necessary).
• Participating in mediation and the trial (if necessary).
• Provide input on any decision concerning the settlement of the securities class action.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFFS WILL NOT GET MORE MONEY THAN CLASS MEMBERS IF THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLES

But they may be entitled to recover their reasonable expenses incurred with are directly related to representing the class in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit. Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, a Lead Plaintiff is only entitled to his or her pro rata share of any recovery and does not receive any additional money for serving as a representative party on behalf of the class.  However, a court, in its discretion, may approve an award of “reasonable costs and expenses (including lost wages)” to a Lead Plaintiff that directly relates to the representation of the class in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit on behalf of investors who suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares​ stock. ​

THE COURT MAY APPOINT MORE THAN ONE LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES LAWSUIT

​At its discretion the Court may appoint a person, entity, or group of persons and/or entities as Lead Plaintiffs to oversee the Blue Ridge Bankshares lawsuit.

You cannot BE APPOINTED LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES LAWSUIT IF I PURCHASED SHARES OUTSIDE OF THE CLASS PERIOD

​Even if you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares​​ stock, if you purchased securities outside of the Class period, you will not be able to participate in the Blue Ridge Bankshares lawsuit.

you CAN I BE LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IF you are LEAD PLAINTIFF IN ANOTHER CASE?

​Unless you have been a lead plaintiff in more than five securities class actions during any three-year period which is expressly prohibited by the securities laws. Otherwise, if you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares stock, you may move to be appointed lead plaintiff in the Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit.

CONTACT A BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES​ STOCK LOSS LAWYER TODAY IF YOU SUFFERED LOSSES IN BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES STOCK ABOUT A BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

​If you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares stock, contact Blue Ridge Bankshares stock loss lawyer Timothy L. Miles today for a free case evaluation about a Blue Ridge Bankshares class action lawsuit. Call today and see what a Blue Ridge Bankshares stock loss lawyer could do for you if you suffered losses in Blue Ridge Bankshares​​​ ​stock.

Blue Ridge Bankshares stock loss lawyer Timothy L. Miles

Nashville attorney Timothy L. Miles is a nationally recognized shareholder rights attorney raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miles has dedicated his career to representing shareholders, employees, and consumers in complex class-action litigation. Whether serving as lead, co-lead, or liaison counsel, Mr. Miles has helped recover hundreds of millions of dollars for defrauded investors,  shaped precedent-setting decisions, and delivered real corporate governance reforms. Judges and peers have repeatedly recognized Mr. Miles’ relentless advocacy for the underdog, as well as his unbendable ethical standards. Mr. Miles was recently selected by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM as a 2022 Top Ranked Lawyer, 2022 Top Rated Litigator. and a 2022 Elite Lawyer ofthe South. Mr. Miles also maintains the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. Mr. Miles is a member of the prestigious Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers: The National Trial Lawyers Association,​Class Action:  Class Action: Top National Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association (2023), a superb rated attorney by Avvo, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019) and recognized as a Distinguished Lawyer, Recognizing Excellence in Securities Law, by Lawyers of Distinction (2019); a Top Rated Litigator by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM  (2019-2022); America’s Most Honored Lawyers 2020 – Top 1% by America’s Most Honored (2020-2022).  Mr. Miles has published over sixty articles on various issues of the law, including class actions, whistleblower cases, products liability, civil procedure, derivative actions, corporate takeover litigation, corporate formation, mass torts, dangerous drugs, and more.  Please visit our website or call for free anytime.

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Tapestry at Brentwood Town Center
​300 Centerview Dr., #247
Brentwood, TN 37027
​​Phone: (855) 846-6529
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