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 DuPage County, Illinois 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 DuPage County, Illinois 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.
Lawyer Referral Service in DuPage County - The DuPage County Bar Association sponsors a Lawyer Referral and Mediation Service from its offices in Wheaton, Illinois. The lawyer referral service helps individuals and businesses find an attorney throughout DuPage County and the surrounding areas. Attorneys that participate in the service are pre-screened for their area of concentration in more than 35 different practice areas. For a nominal referral fee, you can talk with the attorney during a 30 minute consultation at no additional charge.