A mass tort is defined as a civil action involving many plaintiffs who bring a lawsuit against one or more corporate defendants in federal or state court.
Mass tort cases often involve exposure to chemical or other dangerous elements. Plaintiffs in California may have been exposed from pharmaceuticals, such as unsafe drugs, from poorly designed or produced products, or by companies negligently releasing toxins into the environment.
The victim of a mass tort in or around California may have been injured at home or work. Asbestos is an example of a common cause of mass tort litigation.
The AAJ is committed to promoting a fair and effective civil justice system while supporting the work of attorneys representing plaintiffs.
The CAOC serves both as a professional organization for California personal injury attorneys and other lawyers who represent plaintiffs, and as an advocacy group that opposes legislation that would limit access to the civil court system.
Beverly Hills Lawyer Referral Service - Since 1976, this community based non-profit service has been sponsored by the Beverly Hills Bar Association. The Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) has more than 100 participating attorneys. The BHBA LRIS helps thousands of individuals and businesses each year find a qualified attorney throughout Beverly Hills and Los Angeles County, CA.