Consumer and Pharmaceutical Mass Torts
At Anderson Alexander, we represent individuals harmed by dangerous consumer products and defective pharmaceutical drugs. Our mass tort practice is designed to help those who have suffered due to corporate negligence, unsafe manufacturing practices, and inadequate warnings about product risks. We focus on holding companies accountable when their products cause widespread harm.
What Are Mass Torts?
A mass tort is a type of civil litigation in which multiple plaintiffs bring claims against one or more defendants for harm caused by the same product, drug, or corporate action. Unlike a class action, where a single lawsuit is filed on behalf of a group, mass torts allow each plaintiff to maintain an individual claim while benefiting from shared evidence and coordinated legal strategy.
Mass torts typically fall into two broad categories:
- Consumer Mass Torts: These involve products used in everyday life, such as home appliances, personal care items, or electronics, that have caused injuries or health issues due to defects, misleading labeling, or design flaws.
- Pharmaceutical Mass Torts: These center on prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as medical devices, that have caused severe side effects, permanent injury, or death. Claims often allege that manufacturers failed to test their products properly or failed to warn patients and doctors of known risks associated with their products.
Why Mass Torts Matter
Mass tort litigation is essential for ensuring accountability and access to justice. When large corporations release unsafe products into the market, whether it's a defective heart device or a harmful cosmetic, they prioritize profits over public safety. Most individuals cannot take on these powerful entities on their own. Mass torts level the playing field by allowing affected individuals to pursue compensation for their injuries while contributing to broader efforts to expose corporate wrongdoing.
Mass torts also serve a larger public interest by:
- Forcing greater transparency in product development and corporate practices
- Driving regulatory change and improved safety standards
- Encouraging ethical responsibility in the pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries
Examples of Consumer and Pharmaceutical Mass Torts
We handle a wide range of complex mass tort cases, including but not limited to:
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices
- Defective or recalled medical implants (e.g., hip replacements, surgical mesh)
- Prescription drugs with undisclosed or dangerous side effects
- Misleading labeling or failure to warn of serious drug interactions
Consumer Products
- Contaminated personal care products (e.g., talcum powder linked to cancer)
- Faulty electronics or appliances causing burns, fires, or injury
- Harmful chemicals in everyday products (e.g., PFAS in cookware or clothing)
Each of these cases involves real people who have suffered real harm, whether physically, emotionally, or financially. Our team is committed to seeking justice for those individuals.
How We Can Help
Mass tort litigation is a complex process, involving extensive investigation, coordination with other firms, expert analysis, and aggressive advocacy. At Anderson Alexander, our team has the experience and resources to handle large-scale litigation and navigate the complex legal and technical challenges these cases present.
We provide:
- Thorough case evaluation and strategic guidance
- Coordination with medical experts, scientific advisors, and litigation partners
- A relentless approach to holding corporations accountable and pursuing maximum compensation
If you or a loved one has been affected by a dangerous consumer product or pharmaceutical drug, reach out today by filling out our online contact form.
