Mass torts lawyers seek justice on behalf of large groups of people harmed by the negligence of major corporations, manufacturers, or other entities. If you or a loved one has suffered due to a dangerous product, defective device, or corporate misconduct, Ged Lawyers is here to help.
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What Is a Mass Tort?
The Legal Information Institute (LII) defines a mass tort as an “act or omission that harms or injures numerous people.” This definition covers a wide variety of failures, and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) lists some prominent mass tort cases, including:
- The collapse of a walkway at a hotel that resulted in more than 100 deaths
- The use of Agent Orange, a defoliant that exposed many U.S. service members to health problems like cancer
- The Dalkon Shield, an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) that proved defective
Some more recent examples of mass tort litigation involve toxic Roundup weed killer, Juul nicotine vapes, and heartburn medication Zantac, each of which have proven dangerous in their own ways. Mass torts are also evolving with the unique times we live in, as the Federal Big Tech Tort Act seeks to hold social media companies liable when users suffer mental or physical harm related to using social platforms.
These are specific examples of larger failures that can lead to mass torts, like producing dangerous products, poor construction, and environmental pollution that leads to widespread health problems. If a person or institution acts negligently and causes harm to many people as a result, then a mass tort may be necessary.
What Kinds of Recoverable Damages Might a Mass Tort Involve?
Recoverable damages vary between each mass tort litigation. These cases may generally involve:
- Medical expenses: You’ll find many mass tort cases that involve serious bodily harm—including but not limited to cancer and other serious illnesses. Plaintiffs in these cases may seek coverage for all medical care resulting from the defendant’s negligence.
- Pain and suffering: Pain and suffering is not only a damage you’ll find in many mass tort cases, but personal injury and wrongful death cases more generally. Those who deal with illness and injuries generally experience pain and suffering, which is why this loss is so common to mass torts.
- Wrongful death: When a defendant’s negligence causes sudden or drawn-out death to several people, surviving loved ones may seek justice through a mass tort. Contact a wrongful death lawyer in Boca Raton for a free consultation.
Your mass tort could involve other types of damages. A mass torts lawyer from Ged Lawyers will identify the damages you’ve suffered and start or locate a mass tort that suits those damages.
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Mass Torts Lawyers Fighting for Victims
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices
- Zantac Lawsuit Lawyer: Zantac (ranitidine) was pulled from shelves after being found to contain cancer-causing substances. If you developed cancer after Zantac use, contact us about your rights.
- Valsartan Recall Lawsuit Lawyer: Valsartan, a blood pressure medication, was recalled due to cancer-causing impurities. If you developed cancer after taking Valsartan, you may have a claim.
- Pradaxa Lawsuit Lawyer: a blood thinner, has caused uncontrollable bleeding and other complications in some patients. If you suffered excessive bleeding, you may be eligible for legal action.
- Byetta Pancreatic Cancer Lawsuit Lawyer: Byetta, used to treat type 2 diabetes, has been linked to pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis. If you or a loved one developed pancreatic issues after Byetta use, you may be eligible to file a claim.
- Belviq (Lorcaserin) Cancer Lawsuit Lawyer: Belviq, a weight loss medication, was recalled after studies found an increased cancer risk. If you developed cancer after using Belviq, legal recourse may be available.
- Celexa Birth Defect Lawyer: Celexa (citalopram), an antidepressant, has been linked to birth defects when used during pregnancy. If your child was affected, you may qualify for legal action.
- Zofran Birth Defect Lawsuits Lawyer: Zofran, used for morning sickness, has been associated with birth defects such as heart defects and cleft palate. If your child was affected, you may be eligible for a claim.
- Zoloft Birth Defects Lawyer: Zoloft (sertraline), an antidepressant, has been linked to various birth defects when taken during pregnancy. If your child was harmed, contact us to learn more.
- Lexapro Birth Defect Lawyer: Lexapro (escitalopram), like other SSRIs, may cause congenital birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Legal help is available for families affected.
- Taxotere Lawsuit Lawyer / FL Taxotere Lawsuit Lawyer: Taxotere, a chemotherapy drug, has been linked to permanent hair loss. If you experienced this side effect, you may be eligible for compensation.
- Proton Pump Inhibitor Lawsuit Lawyer / FL Proton Pump Inhibitor Lawsuit Lawyer: Proton pump inhibitors (Prilosec, Nexium) may cause kidney damage, bone fractures, and more. Those harmed may have legal options.
- Invokana Ketoacidosis Lawsuits Lawyer: Invokana, a diabetes medication, may cause diabetic ketoacidosis—a life-threatening condition. If you suffered this complication, consider speaking with a lawyer.
- Onglyza Lawsuit Lawyer: Onglyza, a type 2 diabetes medication, has been associated with heart failure and death. If you or a loved one were affected, compensation may be available.
- Risperdal Lawsuits Lawyer: Risperdal, an antipsychotic, is linked to gynecomastia (male breast development) and other side effects. If you experienced these injuries, you may be able to seek compensation.
- Reglan Tardive Dyskinesia Lawsuit Lawyer: Reglan (metoclopramide), prescribed for digestive issues, can cause tardive dyskinesia—a permanent movement disorder. Victims may qualify for a lawsuit.
- Hernia Mesh Lawsuits Lawyer: Defective hernia mesh implants have led to chronic pain, infections, and revision surgeries. Victims may be eligible for compensation for their injuries.
- Mirena IUD Injury Lawyer: The Mirena IUD has caused perforation, migration, and pseudotumor cerebri (brain pressure injuries) in some users. If you were affected, you may be entitled to compensation.
- Smith and Nephew Hip Liner Recall Lawyer: Smith & Nephew’s hip liner products have been recalled due to high rates of failure and injury. If you required revision surgery or suffered harm, you may qualify for a lawsuit.
- Stryker Hip Replacement Recall Lawyer: Stryker hip implants have caused metal poisoning, device failure, and revision surgeries in some patients. Those affected may be entitled to compensation.
- Zimmer Biomet Hip Replacement Lawsuit Lawyer: Zimmer Biomet hip implants have caused device failure, metallosis, and the need for revision surgery in some recipients. Victims may qualify for a lawsuit.
- Wright Conserve Hip Replacement Lawsuit Lawyer: The Wright Conserve hip replacement system has caused device failure and metal poisoning in some patients. Legal recourse may be available if you were affected.
- DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Lawsuit Lawyer: The DePuy Pinnacle hip implant has caused metal poisoning, device failure, and revision surgeries in some patients. If you experienced complications, a lawsuit may provide compensation.
- Antibiotic Nerve Damage Lawsuits Lawyer: Certain antibiotics (like Cipro or Levaquin) are linked to permanent nerve damage, called peripheral neuropathy. If you developed unexplained tingling, numbness, or pain, you may have a claim.
- GranuFlo Naturalyte Recall Lawyer: GranuFlo and NaturaLyte, used in dialysis, have been linked to cardiac arrest and sudden death. If you or a loved one were harmed, legal help is available.
- Elmiron Eye Damage Lawsuit Lawyer: Elmiron, used to treat bladder pain, has been linked to vision loss and retinal damage. If you have eye problems after Elmiron use, you may be eligible for a lawsuit.
Product Liability & Consumer Products
- 3M Bair Hugger Lawsuit Lawyer: The 3M Bair Hugger surgical warming blanket has been linked to deep joint infections following surgeries. If you developed an infection after a procedure involving this device, you may be eligible for compensation.
- 3M Earplugs Injury Lawyer: 3M Combat Arms Earplugs were standard issue for U.S. military members, but many claim these earplugs were defective and led to hearing loss or tinnitus. Veterans affected by hearing damage may be entitled to join lawsuits.
- IVC Blood Clot Filter Lawsuit Lawyer: IVC filters, used to prevent blood clots, have been linked to device migration, organ damage, and even death. If you suffered complications, you may qualify for a lawsuit.
- Surgical Stapler Injury Lawyer: Surgical staplers have malfunctioned, causing internal injuries and additional surgeries. If you were harmed, you may be eligible for a lawsuit.
- Takata Airbags Injury Lawyer: Defective Takata airbags can explode or fail to deploy, causing serious injuries or death. Victims of Takata airbag failures may have a case.
Environmental & Toxic Exposure
- Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit Lawyer: Water at Camp Lejeune was contaminated with toxic chemicals for decades, causing serious illness and cancer in residents and military personnel. Victims may be able to file a lawsuit for damages.
- Firefighting Foam (AFFF) Cancer Lawsuit Lawyer: AFFF firefighting foam contains PFAS “forever chemicals” associated with cancer and environmental contamination. Firefighters and others exposed may be eligible to file claims.
- Burkholderia Cepacia Contamination Lawsuit Lawyer: Medical products and pharmaceuticals contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia bacteria have caused outbreaks and severe infections. Victims of contamination may qualify for compensation.
- Monsanto Roundup Lawsuit Lawyer / Roundup Weed Killer Lawsuits Lawyer: Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide has been linked to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and other cancers. If you developed cancer after exposure, you may qualify for a lawsuit.
- Dicamba Drift Lawyer: Dicamba herbicide has caused damage to crops and property due to its tendency to drift from targeted areas. Affected landowners and farmers may have claims for their losses.
- NEC Baby Formula Lawsuit Lawyer: Certain baby formulas have been linked to necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a serious digestive disease in premature infants. If your baby was harmed, you may have a case.
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Who Might Hire a Mass Torts Attorney from Ged Lawyers?
You might hire a mass torts attorney from our team if you’ve suffered injury, illness, or lost a loved one in circumstances similar to other plaintiffs. Our team will evaluate your case to determine if a mass tort is an appropriate form of legal action for you, considering:
- What types of damages you’ve suffered
- How those damages arose
- Whether there are currently mass torts reflecting your damages and the circumstances in which those damages occurred
- Whether you are eligible to join any such mass torts
Mass torts are similar to class action lawsuits and multidistrict litigation. Our firm can explain the differences if you’re interested.
Kinds of Mass Torts We Handle
As a firm representing plaintiffs in mass torts, we keep an eye on the latest developments in this field of law. We see (and handle) many types of mass tort cases, including but not limited to:
- Environmental pollution
- Dangerous and defective consumer products (and failure to warn consumers about those defects)
- Dangerous and defective vehicles and vehicle components
- Faulty construction
- Natural disasters worsened by negligence
- Defective medical devices
Different types of mass torts emerge all the time, and Ged Lawyers represents those deserving justice. We will consider your circumstances and determine if we handle your case type.
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How Ged Lawyers Helps Clients Involved in Mass Torts
Our firm can facilitate the mass tort process for you. Once you enroll in a mass tort, you can resume your daily responsibilities. We’ll oversee the remainder of the legal process, including:
- Collection of evidence: Though the types of evidence required for mass torts may not be comparable to evidence in individual lawsuits, we’ll gather documents, testimony, and other evidence relevant to your case. We may need to prove the defendant put plaintiffs like you in harm’s way, and we’ll obtain any evidence supporting this case.
- Settlement negotiations: Defendants in mass tort cases may face a substantial financial loss. Those defendants may be motivated to settle rather than risking a substantial verdict against them at trial. We will explore settlements in your case, seeking a recovery that compensates plaintiffs fairly.
- Trial (if necessary): A trial could be necessary in your mass tort case. Ged Lawyers are comfortable in the courtroom, and we’ll handle the trial process if it becomes a step in your case.
Our team will also handle the day-to-day details of your mass tort. We will gather any information we need from you, keep you updated about your case’s progress, and ensure the legal process moves forward.
Why Choose Ged Lawyers as Your Law Firm?
Our clients choose us for several reasons, and we’ll let them explain:
- “I highly recommend Ged Lawyers to everyone reading this review and looking for a lawyer. We can’t praise them enough nor can we ever thank them enough for all their hard work and dedication to our case. The entire team at Ged Lawyers was helpful, hard working and thorough” – Chris Robinson, former client
- “Very efficient group. Recovered above expectations given the fact they mostly were cleaning up behind another group. Definitely moving forward with them for future needs!” – Philip Renfroe, former client
Client service is our top priority, and you can expect to be represented with dignity and attention throughout the mass torts process.
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