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 Winnebago 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 Winnebago 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.
"Find a Lawyer" Service in Winnebago County, IL - The Winnebago County Bar Association in Rockford, IL, sponsors a public "Find a Lawyer" feature on its website. The "find a lawyer" feature contains a list of local pre-screened attorneys and the areas of law in which they concentrate. You can use the website of the Winnebago County Bar Association to find an attorney in the needed practice area.