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Missy Wigginton

Hello friends and family, I am Missy Wigginton, also known as Mama Justice. When meeting me, some people ask me how I got my name. The answer: I h...

Florence Mass Tort Attorneys

If you’ve been injured as a result of a medication, medical device, or another product, you may have legal options available to you. Contact the Florence mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice to get started on your case.

Every year, thousands of people in the United States are adversely affected as a result of using defective and poorly prescribed medications, defective medical devices, and other products. In Florence, we see numerous victims left to endure painful physical injuries and adverse health consequences that are serious and sometimes fatal.

Although these products are marketed as being safe and effective, they continue to have the opposite effect on innocent people who are simply looking for some form of relief.

If you have been injured as a result of a dangerous product, you may have legal options available to help you recover. Although class actions may be applicable for your case, mass tort litigation will enable you to recover compensation that you can use to cover the costs you face moving forward.

Seeking legal services as soon as possible can ensure you are in the best position possible to take legal action against at-fault parties.

The Florence personal injury attorneys at Mama Justice are committed to helping injured plaintiffs protect their legal rights and get the settlement offer or verdict that they deserve. If you feel like you may be entitled to file a mass tort lawsuit, it’s in your best interest to contact a lawyer who specializes in mass tort law. Let Mama Justice help get you to get the justice you are entitled to for your injuries and losses.

The Difference Between Mass Tort and Class Action Cases

Many people believe that a mass tort lawsuit is the same as a class-action lawsuit. Whenever a person is injured by a medication or a medical device, they may consider taking legal action by filing or joining a class-action lawsuit. Even though these types of legal claims share some of the same aspects, they are very different.

It is important to understand the difference between a class action and a mass tort claim.

What are Class Action Lawsuits?

A class-action lawsuit is one lawsuit that is filed against one defendant. These claims are filed on behalf of a large group of people who have all suffered similar injuries and damages in the same way as a result of using a defective product, medication, or medical device. A single plaintiff or a small group of plaintiffs generally represents all of the members of the class-action lawsuit.

When filing a class action case, each injured party is not required to prove the damages they suffered. Instead, the individuals representing the class set out to prove that the defendant is liable and demand that they pay for all of the damages suffered by the class members collectively.

The awards for class action lawsuits have a provision that includes the class action attorney fees and other costs. This prevents one or a handful of plaintiffs from being left to cover the entire bill for the class.

How Mass Tort Litigation Can Help You

An alternative to working with a class action attorney and filing a class-action lawsuit would be to take legal action by filing a mass tort claim.

Mass tort litigation allows several people who have suffered similar harm related to the use of one specific product, they can file a mass tort legal claim.

Mass tort lawsuits are designed to allow plaintiffs the opportunity to recover damages in the amount equal to their own damages. Mass tort litigation allows victims to share resources and ensures more efficient use of evidence and information. Rather than having to collect evidence for each individual claim, plaintiffs are able to use the same evidence and resources for their own lawsuit.

Each case is awarded its own settlement or verdict to ensure they are able to cover their damages. Although evidence is shared in mass tort litigation, each victim will be able to present their own facts pertaining to what occurred. Their experiences are then compared to the experiences of other individuals to find similarities.

Damages Available for Mass Torts

Victims who are harmed as a result of using defective products are able to recover compensation to help alleviate various damages they face. Working with the Florence mass tort lawyers from Mama Justice will provide you with the best chances of recovering compensation for various damages, including:

Lost wages
Medical care expenses
Long-term medical bills
Property damage
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Temporary or permanent disabilities
Loss of enjoyment of life
Lost earning capacity
Diminished quality of life
Permanent scarring or disfigurement

Our law firm will fight on your behalf to ensure you maximize your recoveries for these damages and more.

Filing mass tort actions comes with a variety of benefits for plaintiffs. These include:

Your lawsuit will come with its own independent results. You will never have to share the verdict or awards with any other plaintiff, and you can recover even if other plaintiffs have had their cases dismissed.
Plaintiffs and their lawyers are able to band together legal services and share evidence and research to ensure they have the strongest personal injury case possible.
No plaintiff will be required to pay to gather evidence to build a strong case. Instead, the costs related to investigations, witnesses, and other procedures are shared between many plaintiffs, which makes the filing process more affordable.
Mass tort litigation is handled in multiple courts, so you can continue to move along through pretrial proceedings and court smoothly.

Our legal practice in Florence stands by our legal services performed for clients throughout the state of Alabama. We offer each prospective client a free consultation so we can discuss their case and determine who all should be held accountable.

Do not wait to hold negligent parties accountable for your suffering. Contact our Florence attorneys as soon as possible to get started on your case.

Mass Tort Cases Our Firm Handles for Our Clients

A lawsuit filed against large companies can help plaintiffs who suffer a personal injury and other damages from using their product recover compensation that they can use to cover the costs they face moving forward. Unfortunately, there are many ongoing lawsuits surrounding the harsh side effects suffered by medications and other consumer products.

Some of the common legal claims made in mass tort cases that our Alabama mass tort attorneys handle include those surrounding injuries caused by:

JUUL e-cigarettes
Talcum Powder
3M Earplugs
Elmiron
Belviq
Zafran
Lipitor
Januvia
Yetta
Xarelto
Invokana
Invega
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
Essure birth control
IVC filter
Pirena intrauterine device (IUD)
Medtronic insulin pumps
Power morcellator
Zantac
Sunscreens
Baby formula

These lawsuits focus on bringing justice to people who have suffered a personal injury after using a medication, product, or medical device that was marketed to provide them some type of relief.

Our lawyer Missy Wigginton can meet with you to discuss the circumstances surrounding your case and help you determine the best course of action moving forward. We strive to help our clients recover.

Claims that Could Give Rise to a Mass Tort Case

If you believe that you suffered a serious injury that may qualify for a mass tort lawsuit, our Florence mass tort lawyers can meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your circumstances and the legal options that may be available for you.

In general, there are various circumstances that may give rise to mass tort lawsuits in Alabama. These include:

Injuries caused by defective medical devices, such as a hip replacement or hernia mesh
Exposure to toxic chemicals, like asbestos
Being involved in a transportation disaster
Suffering side effects of dangerous pharmaceutical drugs
Being harmed as a result of an oil spill
Having injuries caused by water pollution
Suffering illnesses or injuries from pesticide poisoning
Being harmed by other defective products, like talcum powder

If you suffered irreversible damages as a result of a defective product, you must reach out to our lawyer in Florence as soon as possible. Our team can help you protect your best interests and pursue legal action against negligent parties.

Negatively Affected as a Result of Sunscreen Use

There are many people who suffer irreversible injuries and suffer damages as a result of using sunscreen. Although this product is designed to help users protect their skin from the sun’s harmful rays, studies have found that specific types of sunscreen can actually increase the risk of developing cancer.

Our attorney will review your case and advise as to whether you have one of the types of sunscreens identified as having potential carcinogenic. These brands include:

Neutrogena Beach Defense Spray Body Sunscreen SPF 50
Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Water-Resistant Sunscreen Spray SPF 50, 70, and 100
Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Body Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 60+
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer:
Dry-Touch Water Resistant Sunscreen SPF 70
Weightless Sunscreen Spray SPF 70 and SPF 100+
Body Mist Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 and 45

After determining if you have a valid claim, our firm will pursue legal action against the manufacturer. We will demand a full and fair settlement on your behalf to ensure you are able to cover your economic and non-economic damages.

Has Your Baby Suffered as a Result of Toxic Baby Formula?

Although baby formula proves to be highly effective in providing babies with adequate vitamins and nutrients, there are specific types of formulas that may be doing more harm than good. It has been determined that some types of Enfamil and Similac baby formula were causing severe and potentially life-threatening illnesses for babies.

More recently, doctors have discovered that a large number of premature babies were suffering from necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after being fed these formulas instead of breast milk. This condition is the result of bacteria invading the wall of the intestines, resulting in severe inflammation.

If your baby was diagnosed with NEC following the use of a cow’s milk-based formula, you may have legal options available to help you recover.

Were You Negatively Affected by the Use of a JUUL E-Cigarette?

When JUUL first rose to popularity in the United States, marketers for the company went to schools across the nation telling teens that their products were a safe, non-addictive alternative to smoking real cigarettes. It was quickly discovered that this information was completely false.

In fact, teens in Florence and across the state of Alabama soon developed serious lung disease, experienced high blood pressure, and suffered from other adverse health effects. Many teens became addicted to the product as well.

In response, several people joined together to file lawsuits against the manufacturers to hold them to account for creating a product that was far more addictive than cigarettes and other tobacco products. Victims who became addicted to JUUL products before they were 18 and suffered adverse health effects may be entitled to compensation. Pursuing a mass tort lawsuit can give you the relief you need.

Our Team Can Help with Your Mass Tort Litigation

Every year, tens of thousands of people across the United States are forced to deal with the adverse consequences of medications, medical devices, and other products. You do not have to move forward unjustified after being negatively affected. Instead, seeking the guidance of our mass tort lawyers in Alabama can significantly impact your ability to protect your legal rights.

Over the years, the Florence mass tort attorneys at Mama Justice have helped countless victims and families hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions. We stop at nothing to ensure our clients are able to move forward and recover. We fight for full compensation, so injured victims can cover their medical bills and other costs they face moving forward.

Do not wait to protect your best interests. Our lawyers are available to discuss your case at your earliest convenience at (662) 262-6264. Schedule a free case evaluation with our law firm at your earliest convenience to determine if class actions or mass tort litigation can help you.

About Our Firm

Hello friends and family, I am Missy Wigginton, also known as Mama Justice. When meeting me, some people ask me how I got my name. The answer: I have 2 sons. When they were little, we always had a yard full of kids. All my boys’ friends called me Mama Missy because I made sure they were all fed and had plenty of cool drinks on those hot, southern, summer days. Being a mama is one of the most rewarding and best jobs that God has ever blessed me with.

I am also thankful that God put me in a position where He can use me to help others in very difficult times. I, too, have been in difficult times, the worst of which being when my 25-year-old son left this earth for his heavenly home. Through the trials and tribulations of my loss, God remained faithful. Losing my son taught me that all things that happen in life can be used for good. My job allows me to be Mama Missy not only to my beloved children and grandchildren but to everyone who needs justice. Hence the name, Mama Justice. Although I am familiar with many areas of law, I focus my practice on personal injury cases. I represent injured people in all types of wrecks, accidents and work-related issues. For many folks, a car crash or work-related accident has the potential to turn their lives upside down, leaving them unsure of which direction to turn. When this happens to you, my goal is to help you through your most difficult times and make sure that you are properly represented when dealing with insurance companies. I will take on the headache of dealing with insurance companies so you can focus on getting better. I will personally work your case and ensure that every client stays informed and is treated as a friend and family member here at Mama Justice. Our business model is just that—to treat all clients like family! If you have had a wreck or been in an accident, then you have come to the right place—we are here to help you. Call us at (833) 626-2587 today for a free consultation!

If you were injured or lost a loved one as a result of someone else’s negligence,contact our Mississippi personal injury lawyers or call us at (833) 626-2587 for a free and confidential consultation.

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Few things are as upsetting as being injured due to the careless or reckless actions of another person or company. Here at Mama Justice – MW Law Firm, we are committed to helping everyday people throughout Mississippi and Tennessee get through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Our lawyers are licensed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama, with active cases in all three states. Led by founding attorney, Missy Wigginton, AKA Mama Justice, our legal team brings decades of experience in personal injury and wrongful death law to our practice. Here at the firm, we have a lot of empathy for you and your situation; that’s why we listen to your story and work tirelessly to obtain the best possible results for your case.

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The Most Common Types of Personal Injury Claims Mama Justice Handles

Our team at Mama Justice has handled a wide variety of different personal injury claims in our decades of personal injury law experience. We work tirelessly to obtain the best possible results for our clients. We treat them like family.

We understand that being a lawyer involves much more than just knowing and understanding the law. It takes compassion and the ability to be aggressive when necessary. Led by our founding attorney, Missy Wigginton, AKA Mama Justice, our legal team brings decades of personal injury law experience to the table.

The most common types of personal injury claims filed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama each year are those related to:

If you have been injured in a personal injury accident in Jackson, Tupelo, Corinth, Columbus, Starkville, Greenville, Hattiesburg, Southaven, or one of the surrounding areas, Mama Justice can help you get the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses. We also handle claims in Tennessee and Alabama so call us today to talk about your accident and see if you can pursue compensation.

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