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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...

Memphis Mass Tort Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been impacted by a medication, medical device, or another product, reach out to the mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice Law Firm to learn what options you may have. You may be entitled to financial compensation.

Not a year goes by where people in the United States aren’t negatively impacted by prescription drugs, faulty medical devices, and other dangerous products. In Memphis and throughout Shelby County, many victims each year suffer lasting health impacts due to products that were originally advertised as harmless or even beneficial to the consumer. At times, sadly, these health impacts even turn fatal.

If you believe that you’ve been negatively impacted by a product that turned out to be dangerous, it’s important to contact legal counsel to see what options you have. Seeking fair compensation through a mass tort lawsuit at Mama Justice may be beneficial to you.

As an individual, it can be intimidating to go up against the massive corporations that produce dangerous products. Still, you shouldn’t have to suffer – physically, emotionally, or financially – as a result of their negligent actions. You aren’t alone.

If you’ve been impacted by a medical prescription, faulty medical device, or other product, our Memphis mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice may be able to help you get the financial compensation you deserve. Contact us today at (833) 626-2587 to learn more.

What is a Mass Tort Lawsuit, and How Does it Differ From a Class Action Lawsuit?

What exactly is a mass tort lawsuit? A tort is a legal issue broadly defined as an act that results in injury or harm to another. Therefore, a mass tort is an act that results in injury or harm to multiple people or the masses.

Mass tort lawsuits are similar to class action lawsuits in that multiple plaintiffs – usually a large group – are looking to recover damages from the same defendant. For example, the plaintiff might be a consumer of medicine, and the defendant could be the corporation that produced the medicine that caused the injuries. There are some key distinctions, however, between a class action and a mass tort lawsuit:

Class Action Lawsuit: In class action lawsuits, a large number of plaintiffs who were impacted by, for example, a faulty medical device are typically represented by one individual or a small group. Each person in a class action was injured or damaged in similar ways by the product. However, each plaintiff is not required to prove individual damages but is instead part of the collective class. If a class-action lawsuit is won, all members will equally distribute financial compensation and legal expenses.

Mass Tort Lawsuit: One key distinction in a mass tort lawsuit compared to class actions is that each plaintiff is still represented as an individual case, meaning that each person impacted by the product would receive an individualized settlement or verdict. This means that in a mass tort lawsuit, the rewarded compensation to cover, for example, medical expenses, would be equal to the cost for your circumstance. In addition, mass tort lawsuits allow for both individual and shared evidence from other cases where plaintiffs were harmed similarly.

What are the Benefits of a Mass Tort Lawsuit?

Shared evidence in mass torts means that you will be able to collaborate with other parties who have been impacted in a similar way to you. This has the potential to significantly strengthen your case since you can work with other legal teams throughout the process.
Individual results, such as a settlement or verdict, mean that your financial compensation will be unique to you, and you won’t have to share. For example, if your medical bills are twice as high as another plaintiff’s, you will still be fairly compensated.
The cost of a mass tort is almost always less than going up against massive corporations alone. This is due to the economies of scale, where other victims can share the financial fee of court and legal resources.

It’s no secret that legal terminology can be challenging to understand, and mass torts are no different. While it’s essential to know the distinctions between the types of legal action, if you are considering filing a claim, it can be highly beneficial to have a knowledgeable team of Memphis attorneys working for you on your side.

Our Memphis lawyers at Mama Justice have a proven track record of representing clients in mass torts, and we may be able to help you get the settlement or verdict you deserve. If you’ve been impacted by prescription drugs, faulty medical devices, or other dangerous products, contact Mama Justice today to learn more about your options.

What are the Different Types of Mass Tort Claims?

Mass torts can cover an extensive range of circumstances, and if you’ve been impacted as an individual in a large group, you may be able to pursue legal action against the business, manufacturer, or whoever the responsible party might be. Some examples of mass tort claims may include:

Injuries resulting from prescription drugs or medical devices
Mass disaster torts, such as a natural disaster or oil spill
Exposure to carcinogenic chemicals
A transportation accident, such as a pile-up car crash or commercial plane crash
Groundwater or other pollution from an industrial factory

If you’ve been injured or damaged due to one of these scenarios, it’s crucial to contact a Tennessee lawyer with your best interest in mind. Adequate legal representation is a valuable asset when engaging in mass torts, and the team at Mama Justice may be able to serve you. Contact us today to speak with one of our mass tort attorneys.

What Damages Could I Recover in a Mass Tort?

If you’ve been injured due to a faulty medical product, drug, or other dangerous product, you likely know that it comes at a steep financial price. It’s crucial to know what rights you have and the options that are available to you during the compensation recovery process. Here is a list of damages that may be able to be recovered in a mass tort claim:

Medical bills
Lost wages
Future medical expenses
Permanent disability
Diminished earning potential
Loss of life quality
Pain and suffering
Disfigurement and scarring
Property damages

Following an injury, keeping a thorough record of your recovery process is important. Although it might be hard to think of at the moment, any materials you can collect will play a crucial role as evidence later in the process. Examples include medical receipts, images, videos, product receipts, and a record of lost wages.

The attorneys at Mama Justice are well-versed in mass tort, and we strive to represent our clients in the most effective way possible. Contact us today at (833) 626-2587 for a free consultation if you’ve been impacted.

What Memphis Mass Tort Claims Do We Handle?

At any given time, numerous mass torts are being handled in United States courts. Here at Mama Justice, we take on a range of these mass tort claims and strive to ensure the damages awarded to our Memphis clients are both full and fair. Here is a list of some mass tort claims and practice areas that our Memphis lawyers take on each year for injured clients:

Roundup® weed killer

Despite its popularity in lawn care, a mass tort aimed at Roundup® weed killer suggests that the herbicide contains a chemical called glyphosate, which may cause cancer among users. The most commonly associated cancer is non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, which impacts immune system cells. However, other types of cancer have also been attributed to the herbicide. Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to take legal action if you’ve developed an illness after using the Roundup® weed killer product.

JUUL e-cigarettes

After launching in 2015, JUUL e-cigarettes exploded in popularity among youth in Tennessee and throughout our nation. The lawsuit suggests addictive e-cigarettes were designed to appeal to teenagers and marketed as a safer alternative to smoking. However, the business failed to recognize the complications that come from use. Documented injuries and well-being complications that have come from JUUL e-cigarettes include:

Chest pain
Lung and respiratory system issues
Persistent cough or bronchitis
High blood pressure or heart rate
Severe nicotine poisoning or addition
Increased risk of heart attack and stroke
Seizures
Insulin resistance

If you’ve experienced any of these complications after using JUUL e-cigarettes under the age of 18, contact the mass tort attorneys today at Mama Justice to learn more about mass tort law and your options.

3M earplugs

The company 3M provided earplugs to members of the United States military that were marketed as offering both noise-canceling technology – to cancel out sound like gunfire – and the ability for soldiers to hear verbal commands, like a headset. Ultimately, the earplugs supposedly did not work as advertised, and hundreds of thousands of lawsuits have been filed against manufacturer 3M. United States military members who have experienced hearing loss or tinnitus may be able to pursue legal action in this mass tort case.

Hernia mesh

Hernias are a medical condition that occurs when the body’s organs or fatty tissues abnormally push against muscles or connective tissues. At times, patients have implanted a permanent, internal mesh that was marketed as a way to support the part of the body impacted by the hernia. Unfortunately, some of these meshes have resulted in further health complications for patients, like infection, bowel obstruction, and adhesion. You may be entitled to take legal action if you’ve been injured from a hernia mesh. Some companies that have issued recalls include:

MMS – A Medical Supply Company
RAM Medical, Inc.
Amerimed Corporation
Henry Schein Inc.
Q-Med Corporations
Marathon Medical Corporation
Medline Industries

If you’ve been injured by hernia mesh, our mass tort attorneys at Mama Justice know how to hold the companies responsible. Contact us today at (888) 484-1476 to schedule a consultation and review your mass tort case.

Sunscreen

Although sunscreen is designed to prevent harmful, cancer-causing light from damaging human skin, some products have been recalled because the carcinogenic compound benzene was used as an ingredient. More specifically, benzene has been identified in:

Johnson & Johnson

Neutrogena Beach Defense
Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport
Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Aveeno Protect + Refresh

Coppertone

Pure & Simple SPF 50 Spray
Sport Mineral SPF 50 Spray
Sport SPF 50 Spray

Exposure to small amounts of benzene in the short term may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches, and large amounts can lead to death, according to the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention. In the long term, exposure to benzene could lead to anemia, excessive bleeding, cancer, and irregular menstrual periods.

If you’ve been impacted by a sunscreen containing benzene in Memphis, contact the mass torts lawyers at Mama Justice today for more about what options might be available. Going up against large corporations that hurt you can be intimidating, and our legal team can ensure you’re not alone.

How the Memphis, TN, Mass Tort Attorneys at Mama Justice Can Help You:

Being hurt by prescription drugs, faulty medical devices, and other dangerous products can lead to damages that will affect you for the rest of your life. If you’re considering a mass tort, the team of mass torts lawyers at Mama Justice can stand on your side and offer the knowledgable representation you deserve.

Knowledge and experience in mass torts law

Guided by our founding attorney Missy Wigginton and with over 40 years of combined legal experience, our military team at Mama Justice has the skills you need to succeed in your mass tort. Whether it’s a settlement or a verdict, Mama Justice will work on your behalf and with your best interest in mind.

Strong attorney-client relationship.

At Mama Justice, we pride ourselves on treating each client like family. Our professional team of mass torts lawyers and investigators will listen to the details of your circumstance and research the details for you. We always strive for direct communication in every aspect of the case.

Contact Mama Justice today at (833) 626-2587 to learn more about mass torts and for a free consultation.

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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