THE FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT: Answers to 5 qUESTIONS about the lead plaintiff process

If you suffered losses in Farfetch stock, contact Farfetch stock loss lawyer Timothy L. Miles about a Farfetch class action lawsuit

INTRODUCTION TO THE FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

The Farfetch class action lawsuit seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of Farfetch Limited (NYSE: FTCH) securities between March 9, 2023 and August 17, 2023, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”).  Captioned Ragan v. Farfetch Limited, No. 23-cv-02857 (D. Md.), the Farfetch class action lawsuit charges Farfetch and certain of its top current executive officers with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
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If you suffered losses in Farfetch stock and wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the Farfetch class action lawsuit, please contact Farfetch 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 Farfetch class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than December 19, 2023.

Read on to learn answers to five questions that Farfetch investors want to know about the lead plaintiff process in the Farfetch class action lawsuit.

WHAT IS THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE IN THE FARFETCH CELL CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT?

​When a securities class action is filed such as the Farfetch 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 Farfetch 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. 

WHAT IS THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS IN THE FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT?

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased and suffered losses in Farfetch stock to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Farfetch 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. 
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​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 Farfetch stock and have further questions, contact Farfetch​ stock loss Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today who will fight to recover your damages in a Farfetch class action lawsuit if you suffered losses in Farfetch​ stock.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SERVING AS LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT?

Serving as a Lead Plaintiff in the Farfetch class action 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 it 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 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 Farfetch class action lawsuit​ if you suffered losses in Farfetch​​ stock. 

WHAT RESPONSIBILITIES WILL THE LEAD PLAINTIFF HAVE IN THE FARFETCH 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 Farfetch class action lawsuit​.  Some of the responsibilities of the Lead Plaintiff in the Farfetch 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.

WILL THE LEAD PLAINTIFFS GET MORE MONEY THAN CLASS MEMBERS IF THE FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT?

​No, but they may be entitled to recover their reasonable expenses incurred with are directly related to representing the class in the Farfetch 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 Farfetch class action lawsuit on behalf of investors who suffered losses in Farfetch​​ stock. 

HOW WAS THE CLASS PERIOD DETERMINED IN THE FARFETCH LAWSUIT?

In a securities fraud class action, the class period refers to a period of time in which it is alleged the price of the company’s stock was artificially inflated due to false and misleading statements made by company executives.  The class period starts when the company makes an untrue statement of material fact about the company or fails to disclose a material fact necessary to render other statements not misleading.  The class period ends when the truth is revealed to the investing public through a corrective disclosure.  
 
In order to be a part of the class in the Farfetch lawsuit, you must have suffered losses in Farfetch stock by purchasing during the class period when it is alleged the price of the stock was artificially inflated to be included in the class action against Farfetch​​.  

CONTACT AN FARFETCH STOCK LOSS LAWYER TODAY IF YOU SUFFERED LOSSES IN FARFETCH STOCK ABOUT A FARFETCH CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

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

Farfetch 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 of the 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 100 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 three hundred 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 Resources center and call for free anytime.

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