Federal Judge Certifies Class Action Lawsuit Against Electronic Arts

A federal judge certified a national class-action lawsuit against Electronic Arts, Inc.

based on allegations that video game consumers overpaid for popular sports titles including Madden NFL. The decision, ordered by U.S. District Court Judge Vaughn R. Walker on December 21, 2010, also appointed Hagens Berman to serve as co-counsel representing consumers nationwide who purchased National Football League (

), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), or Arena Football League branded video games produced and released by Electronic Arts after January 1, 2005. Eligible class members who would like more information about the class-action lawsuit may contact attorneys at maddenNFL@hbsslaw.com.