Individuals and companies often suffer damages from common mistakes. In such instances, our mass and class action attorneys in Miami can help victims obtain the compensation they deserve. We are dedicated to investigating cases where consumers have been the victims of fraudulent or deceptive conduct, where consumers have purchased defective or unsafe products, or have suffered injuries from defective drugs or products.
Class Action Lawsuits
Class action lawsuits typically involve a wide range of claims against companies with defective consumer, medical, and pharmaceutical products. They can also include lawsuits filed against members of financial and securities industries, included but not limited to financial advisors, banks, and brokerage firms, as well as multi-level marketing companies and other businesses for fraudulent information and business practices.
It's important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and class action lawsuits can involve a variety of other claims. If you believe you may have been harmed by a company's actions and are considering joining a class action lawsuit, it's crucial to consult with an experienced attorney.
Examples of class action lawsuits:
- Product liability: Defective products that cause harm to consumers.
- Consumer fraud: Deceptive marketing practices or false advertising.
- Employment discrimination: Discrimination based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.
- Securities fraud: Misleading information provided to investors.
- Antitrust violations: Anticompetitive practices that harm consumers.
Advantages of a Class Action Lawsuit
Class action lawsuits are beneficial in many ways. They allow a class of victims to pursue a claim against a large entity that would be too costly and complicated for individuals to undertake by themselves. They also save taxpayers in court costs from having to pay for the prosecution of thousands of individual cases as opposed to one. Finally, successful class actions result in wrongdoers’ having to admit their guilt, correct their mistakes, and compensate all those who were harmed by their faulty products or actions.
Starting a Class Action Lawsuit
If you feel you have the grounds to start a class action lawsuit, you will need the professional services of an attorney who is skilled in handling class action lawsuits. In general, class action lawsuits tend to be extremely complex requiring tenacity, competency, skill, and a thorough working knowledge of the laws concerning the wrongdoing, and the legal procedures involved in pursuing such claims in a state or federal court.
Mass Action Lawsuits
Mass tort litigation involves a large number of individuals who have suffered similar injuries or harm as a result of a common cause, such as a defective product, a dangerous drug, or environmental pollution. Unlike class action lawsuits, which involve a single incident or product, mass torts often involve multiple incidents or products over a longer period.
Common types of mass tort cases:
- Pharmaceutical Litigation: Cases involving dangerous drugs and medical devices.
- Product Liability: Claims against manufacturers of defective products.
- Environmental Contamination: Pollution and environmental damage.
- Toxic Tort: Exposure to harmful substances, such as asbestos or lead.
- Transportation Accidents: Mass transit accidents, aviation accidents, and other transportation disasters.
Advantages of a Mass Action Lawsuit
Mass tort litigation is a powerful legal tool that allows individuals who have been harmed by a common wrong to join forces and seek justice. When a large number of people suffer similar injuries or damages from a defective product, dangerous drug, or other negligent act, a mass tort lawsuit can provide a way to hold responsible parties accountable.
Starting a Mass Action Claim
In a mass tort case, multiple individuals who have been injured by the same product or action file individual lawsuits. These cases are often consolidated into a single lawsuit or a multidistrict litigation (MDL) to streamline the legal process.
Filing a Mass Tort or Class Action Lawsuit
While both mass tort and class action lawsuits involve a large number of plaintiffs, the legal processes differ ever so slightly. Most plaintiffs involved in a class action case will not actively be involved in the legal proceedings. Whereas mass tort cases are more in line with personal injury cases, giving the plaintiffs more control over their case.
If you and others sustained injuries due to someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible to file a class action or mass tort claim.
The Miami class action attorneys at Levin Law can provide all the legal help you need in this endeavor. We are well-schooled in class actions, especially those involving consumer protection and investment fraud.
Contact a mass and class actions attorney at 305-402-9050 today. We look forward to speaking with you to determine your options through a free case evaluation.
