Class Action Fairness Act

The Class Action Fairness Act (CAFA) is a U.S. law enacted in 2005 that changes how class action lawsuits are handled. It aims to make it easier for federal courts to manage large class actions, especially when parties are from different states. CAFA allows such cases to be heard in federal court instead of state courts, helping to ensure fairness and uniformity in judicial processes. It also seeks to protect the interests of class members and prevent abuse of the system by providing clearer rules about jurisdiction and damages.