Fortrea Class Action Lawsuit: The Superlative Investor Playbook to a Complete Timeline of Events [2025]

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Introduction to the Fortrea Class Action Lawsuit

The Fortrea class action lawsuit seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of Fortrea Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: FTRE) securities between July 3, 2023 and February 28, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).  Captioned Deslande v. Fortrea Holdings Inc., No. 25-cv-04630 (S.D.N.Y.), the Fortrea class action lawsuit charges Fortrea and certain of Fortrea’s top executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Fortrea class action lawsuit, or just have general questions about you rights as a shareholder, please contact attorney Timothy L. Miles of the Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles, at no cost, by calling 855/846-6529 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Lead plaintiff motions for the Fortrea class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than August 1, 2025.

​In this guide, we provide a timeline of events for the entire duration of a typical securities class action lawsuit like theFortrea class action lawsuit, with approximately how long each step takes so you will have a better understanding of the timing of events in the Fortrea lawsuit.

Lead Plaintiff Appointment in the Fortrea Lawsuit: Approximately Four Months After Initial Complaint Filed

When a securities class action is filed such as the Fortrea class action lawsuitt, the person who files the first complaint is required to publish a notice announcing the filing. Anyone who wants to be lead plaintiff on behalf of the class in the Fortrea lawsuit must thereafter file a motion to be appointed as lead plaintiff(s) no later than 60 days after the notice was published.
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​At the end of the sixty days, the court can rule on the lead plaintiff’s motion just on the pleading filed with the court, or the judge may set a hearing on the motion for 30–45 days after the sixty-day expiration. If a hearing is held, the judge will issue an order afterwards appointing a lead plaintiff which could be a couple weeks to a couple months.

Regardless, the PSLRA states that not later than 90 days after the initial filing and notice the court must consider the lead plaintiff’s motions and must consolidate all the related cases filed before issuing an order on the lead plaintiff. Thus, from the initial filing until a lead plaintiff is appointed, about four months have passed.

Filing of a Consolidated Complaint: Approximately Six Months After Initial Filing of Fortrea Lawsuit

​​After the appointment of lead plaintiff, the court will enter a scheduling order which will include a time, usually about 60 days, for the lead plaintiff to file a consolidated complaint consolidating the allegations all complaints along with any new additional allegations.

The Defendants Motion to Dismiss: Decided Nearly a Year After the Initial Fortrea Lawsuit Was Filed

​​​In the same scheduling order, the court will also set a time for the defendants to file a motion to dismiss and schedule a briefing and possibly a hearing on the motion once the briefing is completed. The defendants may have 45 to 60 days to file the motion to dismiss and then the briefing schedule is typically around 60 days, and the court will then enter an order either granting or denying the motion to dismiss.

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Thus, by the time defendants’ motion to dismiss is decided nearly a year has passed since the filing of the original complaint and could be possibly longer given the court’s schedule.

Completion Of Discovery: Two-and-a-Half-Years After Initial Filing of Compass Diversified Lawsuit

If the defendant’s motion to dismiss is denied, the parties will move into the discovery phase including the exchange of documents, request for admissions, interrogatories, depositions, and third-party subpoenas, among others.

Completion Of Discovery: Two-and-a-Half-Years After Initial Filing of Compass Diversified Lawsuit

If the defendant’s motion to dismiss is denied, the parties will move into the discovery phase including the exchange of documents, request for admissions, interrogatories, depositions, and third-party subpoenas, among others.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Fortrea Lawsuit

What initiated the Fortrea class action lawsuit?

The lawsuit was initiated by investors alleging that Fortrea provided misleading information regarding its financial health and operations, resulting in financial losses.

How can I join the Fortrea lawsuit?

If you purchased shares during the class period and suffered a loss, then you are automatically a member of the class and do not need to do anything at this point unless you are considering moving for lead plaintiff.

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What are the potential benefits of a Fortrea lawsuit?

Class action lawsuits allow individual investors to collectively seek justice and compensation, which might be challenging to pursue individually. They also promote corporate accountability.

How long will the Fortrea lawsuit take to resolve?

The duration of class action lawsuits can vary significantly, depending on the complexity of the case, legal strategies, and whether settlements are reached. It could take several months to years.

Contact Timothy L. Miles Today About a Fortrea Class Action Lawsuit

If you suffered losses in Fortrea stock, call us today for a free case evaluation about an Fortrea Class Action Lawsuit. 855-846-6529 or [email protected] (24/7/365).

Timothy L. Miles, Esq.
Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles
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