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What Is a Mass Tort Lawsuit?

  • Writer: Sweetnam, Schuster, Schwartz
    Sweetnam, Schuster, Schwartz
  • Sep 23, 2025
  • 2 min read

Updated: Sep 23, 2025

Mass torts allow groups of people injured by the same product or conduct to pursue justice together. Unlike a class action, each mass tort claim is filed individually, but evidence and expert resources are shared across cases. This structure strengthens claims and improves efficiency. If you suffered harm from a drug, device, or product that injured many others, you may qualify to join a mass tort. Our attorneys can help evaluate your case and explain your options.


Spilled prescription pills symbolizing defective or dangerous drugs involved in mass tort lawsuits.
Dangerous or defective drugs can put patients at risk — mass tort claims hold manufacturers accountable for unsafe medications.

How Mass Torts Differ from Class Actions

Mass torts group individual claims with common evidence, but each person’s damages are evaluated separately. This is critical for injuries where impacts vary widely.

  • Mass Tort: shared discovery, individual outcomes

  • Class Action: single lawsuit, shared resolution


Infographic titled “Mass Torts: Holding Corporations Accountable” showing three categories of mass tort claims: defective drugs, faulty medical devices, and toxic chemical exposure.
Mass torts help injured people seek justice for defective drugs, faulty medical devices, and toxic chemical exposure.

Who Qualifies for a Mass Tort Claim

If you were harmed by:

  • Dangerous pharmaceuticals

  • Defective medical devices

  • Toxic chemicals or pesticides

you may be eligible. A case review will confirm whether your facts align with an existing mass tort.


Why Mass Torts Help Victims

  • Level the playing field against large corporations

  • Pool expert testimony and scientific data

  • Increase settlement leverage


Mass Torts: Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Do I need the same injuries as others to qualify?

💡 Answer: No. Injuries may differ, but the harm must stem from the same product or conduct.


Question: Will I lose control of my case?

💡 Answer: No. Your case remains individual, but resources are shared.


Question: How much does it cost to join?

💡 Answer: Cases are contingency-based. You pay nothing unless we recover.


Final Thoughts

Mass tort lawsuits play a critical role in holding large corporations accountable for widespread harm caused by dangerous products, defective drugs, or toxic exposures. By allowing many individuals to share evidence and resources, mass torts give injured people a stronger chance at justice compared to filing claims alone.


If you have experienced health issues or financial losses linked to a harmful product, it may be time to explore whether a mass tort claim is right for you. Speaking with an experienced attorney can help you understand your options and determine the best path forward.


Filing a claim not only protects your rights but also helps ensure that companies are held responsible for prioritizing profits over public safety.


Ready to see if your case qualifies? Check your claim today and connect with an experienced attorney who can help you seek justice through a mass tort lawsuit.


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