Personal Injury Lawyers: Mass Tort Claims

Class Action suits are a type of Mass Tort claims. Although mass tort claims also attempt to reduce the number of court cases in the system, they must be handled differently, covering a much broader range of claim types.

In class action suits, a large number of plaintiffs are all given the same judgement, in mass torts each individual case is valued.

Mass Tort lawsuits are typically more complicated than class action lawsuits because the way they are structured does not necessarily follow standard predictable legal procedure. Because of the multitude of claims that are brought during the suit, it can be difficult to determine settlements and compensation.

Pharmaceutical Mass Tort Lawsuits

Pharmaceutical injuries tend to affect large numbers of people in the same way. For this reason, lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies are often handled in a type of lawsuit called a “mass tort”.

A mass tort happens when a number of cases are brought together in a single court and evidence is shared between the cases.

In most cases, Mass Tort claims are brought when consumers are injured on a large scale by defective drugs or defective products. Drugs and product defects can cause a wide range of problems for different individuals, so all cases rarely fit into a single class.

Some of those include:

• Zofran
• Onglyza
• Xarelto
• Invokana
• Proton pump inhibitors
• Testosterone therapy
• Talcum Powder
• Hip replacements
• Knee replacements
• IVC filters
• Toxic Exposure
• Asbestos & Mesothelioma

Hiring A Mass Tort Law Firm

Choosing the right law firm is critical when you have a class action or mass tort claim. You want the confidence of knowing that you’ve partnered with a law firm recognized as a leader across the country. We are proud to represent classes of plaintiffs, individuals, public companies, government entities and private organizations in litigation cases.

If you have suffered a personal injury or been harmed by a defective product, or if you believe you have a case that may fall under Mass Tort litigation, contact our office for a free consultation. We will help you determine the best course of action for your situation.

During a free consultation, we will discuss your case and let you know whether a mass tort claim may be an appropriate way to handle your legal issues.