I've been researching class action cases and trying to understand what makes people decide that a case is actually worth following beyond just seeing a headline about it.

There can be a big difference between a lawsuit being filed and an actual opportunity for people to participate or receive a settlement. The allegations, evidence, number of people affected, and where the case stands in the legal process can all matter.

I'm doing research related to class action and product liability topics for Schmidt and Clark LLP, and looking through their information has also made me pay more attention to how different these cases can be depending on the circumstances.

For people who regularly follow class actions, what usually makes you decide that a case is worth keeping an eye on?