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CMS says it published its 2026 European Class Action Report
CMS said it published the sixth edition of its European Class Action Report, analyzing six years of proceedings across Europe. The firm said the report examines the development of collective litigation and maps class-action risk for businesses operating across the region.
Key points
- CMS identified the UK, Netherlands and Portugal as the highest-risk jurisdictions.CMS
- The firm highlighted Spain because of a draft opt-out procedure.CMS
- CMS said new procedural mechanisms and litigation funding have contributed to growth.CMS
- The firm said technology and social media techniques support claimant bookbuilding.CMS