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If you or a loved one has suffered injuries due to dangerous drugs, environmental contamination, or other forms of corporate negligence, you may be eligible to join a mass tort lawsuit.

At Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, our mass tort lawyer team has successfully represented thousands of clients in mass tort cases against corporations responsible for life-altering harm. Our expertise in complex personal injury litigation ensures that we can navigate the intricate issues of causation, liability, and coordination among multiple plaintiffs.

We have extensive experience defending clients in high-stakes mass tort litigation within federal courts, showcasing our capability to represent clients in both federal and state courts. Additionally, we serve as national coordinating counsel, managing mass tort litigation across multiple jurisdictions and ensuring seamless collaboration among legal teams.

What Is a Mass Tort?

A mass tort is a type of civil lawsuit that involves a large number of plaintiffs who have been injured or harmed by a single defendant or a group of defendants. Mass torts often arise from product liability, pharmaceuticals, and environmental disasters.

In a mass tort case, each plaintiff has their own unique claim, but the cases are often consolidated and tried together in a single court. This allows for more efficient and cost-effective litigation, as well as a more streamlined process for resolving the claims.

What Laws Govern Mass Tort Lawsuits?

Mass tort lawsuits are governed by a layered combination of federal law, state law, and court-created procedural rules that exist to manage complex disputes involving multiple people, extensive evidence, and widespread injuries.

Because mass torts often arise from dangerous or defective products, environmental contamination, or misconduct by large corporations, the legal system relies on specialized frameworks to ensure fairness for all plaintiffs involved while allowing lawyers and attorneys to litigate efficiently.

At the federal level, many mass tort lawsuits are centralized through multidistrict litigation (MDL) under 28 U.S.C. § 1407. This statute allows a panel to transfer related mass tort claims pending in different federal courts to a single court for coordinated pretrial litigation. An assigned federal judge oversees discovery, motion practice, expert challenges, and early rulings.

State laws also play a significant role. Product liability statutes, consumer protection laws, and negligence principles govern claims involving pharmaceuticals, environmental contamination, and other common types of mass torts.

These laws define what constitutes a wrongful act, how negligence is proven, what evidence is admissible, and how compensation may be calculated for medical bills, lost wages, long-term personal injury, or wrongful death affecting a loved one.

Procedurally, courts rely on civil rules that balance efficiency with due process. Courts also apply evidentiary standards—such as Daubert in federal court—to evaluate testimony from medical experts, epidemiologists, and industry specialists. These rules are especially important in cases where long-term health effects emerge over decades.

Successful trial lawyer teams and experienced mass tort attorneys rely on these frameworks to build credible cases, conduct settlement negotiations, and, when necessary, present claims to a jury.

Because these cases intersect with evolving science, regulatory oversight, and high-stakes corporate conduct, the governing law continues to develop. A skilled mass tort lawyer understands how federal coordination, state substantive law, and procedural rules interact, and how to use that structure to help victims, hold defendants accountable, and pursue meaningful justice.

If you have questions about your rights, a free consultation with a knowledgeable mass tort attorney from our team can help you understand how these laws apply to your situation and what options may be available to recover damages.

How Are Mass Tort Claims Different Than Class Actions?

Although mass tort claims and class action cases are often confused, they operate very differently within the legal system, especially when it comes to how plaintiffs are treated, how compensation is determined, and how justice is ultimately pursued.

Understanding these differences is essential for clients deciding how to move forward after suffering harm caused by large corporations.

In a class action, one or more representative plaintiffs file a lawsuit on behalf of a large group that suffered similar harm. If the case is certified, the entire class proceeds as a single legal entity.

Any settlement or verdict applies broadly, and the class receives a shared recovery, often divided equally or according to a fixed formula. This structure works best when damages are relatively uniform and the risk and injuries are nearly identical across the group.

By contrast, mass torts are designed for situations where many people are harmed by the same act, but the outcomes are far from uniform. In mass tort litigation, each plaintiff files an individual case, even though the cases may be coordinated for efficiency.

This allows lawyers and attorneys to account for differences in medical treatment, severity of injuries, long-term consequences, and financial losses such as medical bills or lost wages. No two claims are assumed to be worth the same amount.

Another key distinction is how cases are managed procedurally. Many mass tort lawsuits are consolidated for pretrial purposes through multi-district litigation (MDL), where a single federal judge oversees discovery and major motions. This coordination reduces duplication while preserving each plaintiff’s right to pursue compensation based on their own facts.

A class action, on the other hand, rises or falls as a single case once certified. These structural differences matter greatly in complex cases involving widespread corporate misconduct.

Mass tort attorneys and seasoned trial lawyers often recommend the mass tort approach when individual outcomes vary significantly and when evidence must be tied closely to each person’s exposure and resulting harm. This approach better reflects the realities faced by injured victims and provides a clearer path to individualized justice.

Ultimately, while both tools exist within the law to address widespread harm, mass tort litigation offers flexibility, fairness, and recognition of individual suffering that a class action cannot always provide. A qualified mass tort lawyer can explain which option aligns with your circumstances and help you pursue accountability through a free consultation focused on your specific claim.

Types Of Mass Tort Cases Handled by Our Law Firm

Our mass tort lawyers handle a broad range of MDL and class-action lawsuits. Our firm also serves as local counsel in handling complex product liability litigation and mass tort cases, leveraging our geographic reach to manage litigation effectively across varying jurisdictions.

1. Defective Drug Lawsuits

Pharmaceutical companies must ensure medications are safe, but many drugs cause serious side effects and long-term health risks. We are actively handling cases involving:

Mass torts involving dangerous drugs:

Our firm is equipped to handle both individual lawsuits and consolidated claims, ensuring that each plaintiff’s unique circumstances are addressed effectively.

2. Defective Medical Device Lawsuits

Faulty medical implants, prosthetics, and devices can result in life-threatening complications. We represent clients injured by:

These defective medical device claims often involve negligence or even an intentional act by manufacturers, leading to significant harm to numerous individuals.

3. Environmental Contamination & Toxic Exposure

Toxic environmental exposure can cause cancer, neurological disorders, and severe illnesses. We are holding corporations and the U.S. government accountable for:

Military Base Water Contamination at:

These cases are often litigated in federal court, where complex mass tort claims are handled. Our firm has extensive experience in toxic tort litigation, representing clients in complex legal battles involving health and environmental issues.

4. Defective Products & Auto Defects

When manufacturers fail to ensure product safety, innocent consumers suffer. We handle lawsuits for:

In many cases, multiple plaintiffs sue the same defendants, often manufacturers, for similar harm caused by product defects. Our firm serves as trial counsel in these cases, coordinating national and local legal strategies and managing high-stakes litigation across multiple jurisdictions.

5. Institutional Sexual Abuse

Survivors of sexual abuse deserve justice. We represent victims of:

It is crucial to choose experienced law firms that have the necessary skills, resources, and experience to effectively handle these complex cases, ensuring that survivors receive the support they need during the legal process..

What Goes Into the Mass Tort Litigation Process?

The mass tort litigation process typically begins with the filing of a complaint by a plaintiff or a group of plaintiffs. The complaint alleges that the defendant(s) are responsible for the plaintiffs’ injuries or harm. The defendant(s) then respond to the complaint, and the discovery process begins. During discovery, both sides exchange information and evidence related to the case. This may include depositions, document production, and expert testimony.

Once discovery is complete, the case may proceed to trial. In a mass tort case, the trial may involve a single plaintiff or a group of plaintiffs, and the defendant(s) may be represented by a single attorney or a team of attorneys. The trial may be held in state or federal court, depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the case.

What Makes Us the Best Lawyers for Mass Tort Litigation

Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is a nationally-recognized litigation firm with nearly 25 years of experience representing individuals harmed by corporate misconduct. Over that time, we have secured more than $450 million in settlements and verdicts for deserving clients nationwide, including those involved in large-scale product liability, medical negligence, and institutional abuse cases.

Mass tort litigation demands experience handling complex, evidence-driven cases involving hundreds or thousands of plaintiffs, sophisticated defense teams, and well-funded corporate defendants. Our attorneys have the resources, infrastructure, and trial readiness required to litigate these matters from investigation through resolution, whether in coordinated proceedings or individual trials.

Our lawyers are consistently recognized at the national level for excellence in litigation and trial advocacy, including:

Super Lawyers®
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
American Association for Justice (AAJ)
10/10 Rating on AVVO
A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
Contributing authors for The National Law Review

These recognitions reflect sustained results, ethical advocacy, and a proven ability to handle complex litigation against powerful defendants.

As trial lawyers, we prepare every case as if it will be presented to a jury. This approach strengthens our position during settlement negotiations and ensures defendants understand we are prepared to fully litigate when accountability cannot be achieved otherwise.

Our firm has represented over 5,000 clients, including individuals and families facing catastrophic injuries and wrongful death resulting from systemic failures and corporate negligence.

Even in large, coordinated proceedings, we never treat cases as interchangeable. Every client’s injuries, losses, and long-term risks are evaluated individually, ensuring outcomes reflect real harm rather than averages or formulas. If you believe you were harmed as part of a widespread product defect or corporate failure, we offer a free consultation to review your situation and explain your legal options.

Book a Free Consultation With a Mass Tort Attorney

If you or a loved one suffered injuries from defective drugs, medical devices, or other forms of corporate negligence, you may have a mass tort case and be entitled to significant compensation. Contact us today for a free case review and let our experienced personal injury attorneys fight for you.

Our team of experienced trial lawyers has a proven track record in complex litigation, ensuring you receive the best possible representation.

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