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 Kane 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 Kane 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 Kane County, IL - The Kane County Bar Association ("KCBA") sponsors a lawyer referral service that helps the public find an attorney in St. Charles, IL, and throughout Kane County. The service can be found on the Kane County Bar Association's website at www.kanecountybar.org. When you visit the website you can select from several options and search criteria including area of practice, location, years of practice, and language requirements. The search will return a list of attorneys who meet those search criteria.