Imagine a state law that allows for residents to sue “spammers” – those who send uninvited commercial messages through email - for $30. One particularly prolific spammer sends messages to hundreds of thousands of people.

John Smith, a lawyer, signs up 100,000 people to participate in a class action lawsuit, According to the agreements with his many clients, Smith will keep 1/3 of any winnings. In the end, Smith wins a $3,000,000 verdict and pockets $1,000,000. Each individual plaintiff receives a check for $20. Is this a lawsuit reasonable use of the court’s resources? Why or why not?