Court & Litigation

Mass Tort

A civil action involving numerous plaintiffs against one or few defendants, often involving defective products or disasters.

In Personal Injury Cases

Unlike class actions, each plaintiff in a mass tort has their own individual claim. Cases are often consolidated for efficiency.

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A lawsuit where one or more plaintiffs sue on behalf of a larger group with similar claims.

Legal responsibility of manufacturers and sellers for injuries caused by defective products.

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