THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT: the lead plaintiff process

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

introduction to the AMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

​The James River class action lawsuit seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: JRVR) securities between August 7, 2023 and November 7, 2023 (the “Class Period”).  Captioned Glantz v. James River Group Holdings, Ltd., No. 23-cv-10000 (S.D.N.Y.), the James River class action lawsuit charges James River and certain of its top executive officers with violations of the​​ Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
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If you suffered losses in James River stock and wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the James River class action lawsuit, please contact James River 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 James River class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than January 12, 2024.

Continue reading as we take a deep dive into the lead plaintiff process in the James River class action lawsuit.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS IN THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

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

NON-U.S. INVESTORs may SERVE AS LEAD PLAINTIFFs IN THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

Courts in the U.S. have consistently recognized that non-U.S. investors, many of whom have substantial holdings, are adequate lead plaintiffs and have the same right to move for lead plaintiffs as U.S. investors.  Thus, if a non-U.S. investor suffered losses in James River​ stock, they may move the Court to be appointed lead plaintiff in the James River​​ class action lawsuit. ​

THE BENEFITS OF SERVING AS LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

Serving as a Lead Plaintiff in the James River 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 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 James River​ if you suffered significant losses in James River​​ stock. ​

you cannot participate in the JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IF you PURCHASED SHARES OUTSIDE OF THE CLASS PERIOD

Even if you suffered losses in James River​ stock​, if you purchased securities outside of the Class period, you will not be able to participate in the James River class action lawsuit​.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFFS will not GET MORE MONEY THAN CLASS MEMBERS IF THE JAMES RIVER 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 James River 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 James River class action lawsuit on behalf of investors who suffered losses in James River stock. ​

YOU CAN SERVE AS MULTIPLE LEAD PLAINTIFFS

​​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 James River stock, you may move to be appointed lead plaintiff in the James River​​ class action Lawsuit.

THE COURT MAY APPOINT MORE THAN ONE LEAD PLAINTIFF IN THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT?

​Yes, at its discretion the Court may appoint a person, entity, or group of persons and/or entities as Lead Plaintiffs to oversee the James River​​ class action lawsuit.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE IN THE JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IS ONLY FOR THOSE SEEKING TO BE LEAD PLAINTIFF

​​If you purchased shares during the class period and suffered losses in suffered losses in James River stock, then you will automatically be a class member and entitled to share in any potential settlement or recovery.  Your ability to be a class member and recover your losses is not dependent on you serving as a lead plaintiff. The sixty-day deadline applies only to those shareholders seeking to be a lead plaintiff in the James River class action lawsuit.

CONTACT A JAMES RIVER STOCK LOSS LAWYER TODAY IF YOU SUFFERED LOSSES IN JAMES RIVER STOCK ABOUT A JAMES RIVER CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

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

James River 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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The Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles
Tapestry at Brentwood Town Center
300 Centerview Dr., #247
Brentwood, TN 37027
Phone: (855) 846-6529
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