What Makes Schedule A Different
A Schedule A lawsuit lists dozens to thousands of sellers on a sealed exhibit. This allows one lawsuit to freeze funds across all defendants simultaneously in the Northern District of Illinois.
How It Works
- Plaintiff files complaint with sealed Schedule A
- Court issues TRO freezing all defendants' funds
- Defendants have 14 days to respond
- Most settle for $500-$5,000
Why It's Used
One filing fee covers hundreds of defendants. Firms like GBC and Keith file dozens annually.