Mass Torts

Mass Torts Representation From Accomplished Trial Lawyers

In the United States, multidistrict litigation (MDL) refers to a special federal legal procedure designed to speed the process of handling complex cases.

MDL cases are civil actions involving one or more common questions of fact that are pending in different federal districts. In order to efficiently process cases that could involve hundreds (or thousands) of plaintiffs in dozens of different federal courts, the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation decides whether cases should be consolidated under an MDL and where to transfer the cases.

With office locations in four different states, Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP is well-positioned to handle your mass tort and MDL needs. Our attorneys have spent more than two decades building their reputation on a strong foundation of litigation victories in San Diego, Las Vegas and beyond.

Which Cases Are Subject To Mass Torts?

Cases subject to MDL are sent from one court, known as the transferor, to another, known as the transferee, for all pretrial proceedings and discovery. If a case is not settled or dismissed in the transferee court, it is remanded (i.e., sent back) to the transferor court for trial.

The MDL statute is 28 U.S.C. § 1407 in the United States Code. Section 1407 was enacted in 1968 as a belated response to a price-fixing scandal at General Electric in the early 1960s that badly swamped the federal courts with a flood of criminal prosecutions and related civil litigation.

We Have Handled A Wide Array Of MDL Claims

The attorneys at Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP have extensive experience handling MDL claims and have been involved in the following MDL actions:

  • MDL 1203 In Re: Diet Drugs (Fen-Phen)
  • MDL 1431 In Re: Baycol Products Litigation
  • MDL 1348 In Re: Rezulin Products Liability Litigation
  • MDL 1657 In Re: Vioxx Products Liability Litigation

No matter the subject of your MDL claim, we have the experience, resources and drive necessary to navigate the court system and protect your interests.

Contact A Proven Law Firm For Your Mass Tort Needs

Mass torts and MDL claims are not something every firm is equipped to handle. You cannot afford your case to be a training exercise; you need proven lawyers to protect what matters most. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.

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