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The lead plaintiff's role is significantly more active and involved than the other members of the "class" (the claimants), as the lead plaintiff must attend hearings and strategy sessions, in addition to consulting with lawyers and expert witnesses | The lead plaintiff's role is significantly more active and involved than the other members of the "class" (the claimants), as the lead plaintiff must attend hearings and strategy sessions, in addition to consulting with lawyers and expert witnesses<ref name=":0" />. | ||
In addition, the lead plaintiff must review any settlement offered by the defendant and decide whether to accept or proceed to court. | In addition, the lead plaintiff must review any settlement offered by the defendant and decide whether to accept or proceed to court. | ||