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 Pierce County, Washington 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 Pierce County, Washington 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 of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association - The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association established a Lawyer Referral Service to helps the public and businesses find a local attorney with experience in a particular practice area. The Lawyer Referral Service is a non-profit community based service for individuals and businesses in Tacoma and Pierce County, Washington. The service makes more than 1,300 referrals to local attorneys each year.