Lesson 2 Discussion

The defendant mortuaries and crematoriums are alleged to have sold human organs and body parts of deceased persons to the defendant biological supply company. Relatives and friends of the decedents brought a class action lawsuit to recover damages for the negligent infliction of emotional distress caused to them by the mishandling of their loved one's remains. The defendants challenged the plaintiffs' standing to sue.

Questions To Discuss:

1. Who has standing to sue in this case?
2. Who are the "class of plaintiff's" in this class action suit. Should friends and distant family members have standing to sue?