Generally speaking, mass tort litigation refers to the scenario in which numerous lawsuits are brought separately by individuals against negligent or reckless corporations.  Mass tort litigation can focus on the intentional dumping or inadvertent spillage of toxic substances, manufacturing ingredients or waste by-products, which cause illnesses in or injuries to the innocent people exposed to the substances because they live, work or do business in the area.  Class action lawsuits, by contrast, involve large groups of similarly-situated consumers who come together in a single lawsuit against such corporations.  Examples of class action lawsuits include claims based on defective medical devices, dangerous pharmaceutical drugs or other faulty products used by the public at large.

Although not identical, the mass tort and class action litigation scenarios share certain common elements.  Because these lawsuits usually pit an individual or handful of individuals against powerful national and multi-national corporations, they are no small undertakings.  Both the legal and medical issues are generally complex, the expenses can run high, and the preparation that is required for trial is incredibly time-consuming.  These cases present a formidable challenge, and it takes an experienced mass tort or class action attorney to rise up to that challenge and overcome it.  In these instances, you want GWC on your side.

No area of law so clearly exemplifies a “David vs. Goliath” situation as when a small group of individuals takes on a large manufacturer, pharmaceutical company, or a chemical or waste disposal company.  In itself, this disparity between the parties can make these cases seem overwhelming, as can the extent of the harm – sometimes affecting hundreds or even thousands of people.  That is why it is crucial for those who have been harmed to retain a well-respected, well-qualified mass tort or class action litigation law firm.  GWC is exactly such a firm.  We have a strong statewide presence in Illinois, a national reputation, exceptional data management capabilities, a large and dedicated support staff and the financial resources to wage and win long, complex legal battles against America’s “Goliath” corporations.

At Goldberg Weisman Cairo, we have a proven track record of successfully fighting large corporations on behalf of our injured clients. Our attorneys are wise in the complexities of class action and mass tort law, and we are willing to leverage the considerable resources of our firm to make sure that every one of our clients is fully and fairly compensated for his or her injuries.  To discuss these matters, call the attorneys at GWC, an Illinois class action/mass tort litigation law firm with knowledge, expertise and professionalism you can trust.