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 Putnam County, New York 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 Putnam County, New York 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.
Attorney Referral Service in Putnam County, NY - The Putnam County Bar Association has established an attorney referral service to help individuals and businesses find a local attorney in Carmel, New York, and the surrounding areas of Putnam County. The Attorney Referral Service screens the attorneys for their good standing without the New York State Bar Association and experience in a particular practice area of the law.