Seasoned Legal Counsel In Class Action Lawsuits And Mass Torts

When you suffered injuries or harm due to a faulty product or a defective medical device, there usually are others in your same situation. When an injustice impacts many individuals, they can find justice through filing a mass tort or class action lawsuit. These legal avenues provide a way to have your voice heard and hold negligent parties responsible for your suffering.

At Barrett Law Group, P.A. in Lexington, we pride ourselves on being one of the select law firms that concentrate on mass torts and class actions for plaintiffs in Mississippi. Our firm represents clients not only throughout northern and central Mississippi but also nationwide. With a legal lineage that stretches across three generations, our attorneys bring nearly 200 years of combined experience to the table. This experience positions us to manage and resolve even the most complex legal challenges.

Understanding Class Actions And Mass Torts: What’s The Difference?

Class action lawsuits and mass torts are two powerful avenues for achieving justice, but they serve different purposes and processes. Class action lawsuits consolidate the claims of numerous individuals against a defendant into one singular lawsuit. This method is particularly effective when the damages per individual might be too minor to pursue separately but collectively represent a significant grievance. This consolidation helps in managing litigation more efficiently and increases the chance of a fair settlement for all involved.

A mass tort involves numerous plaintiffs against one or a few defendants, where each plaintiff may have varying degrees of injuries and different factual circumstances. Mass torts typically come into play in situations involving pharmaceuticals, consumer products or large-scale accidents. These are managed through what is often called multidistrict litigation, allowing for individualized consideration of each case while handling common procedural elements en masse.

Choosing the right law firm is crucial when dealing with the complexities of a class action or a mass tort. At Barrett Law Group, P.A., our national reach and extensive complex litigation experience equip us to handle these intricate cases across the country. We collaborate with an expansive network of law firms and seasoned experts nationwide, ensuring that every case benefits from a robust and comprehensive approach. This collaborative strength allows us to tackle large-scale and complex cases, giving you the best possible representation.

Class Action And Mass Tort Experience You Can Trust

Our lawyers at Barrett Law Group, P.A., are experienced class action litigators and mass tort litigators who have held leadership roles in numerous class actions and multidistrict litigations around the country, examples of which include national class actions involving insurance charges, cable television late fee charges, and antitrust allegations.

For example, Don Barrett was lead counsel for the plaintiffs in Cox v. Shell Oil Co., et al, in the state court in Tennessee, a class action case concerning defective home plumbing systems; this case resulted in a nationwide settlement in November 1995 of approximately $1.1 billion, by far the largest property-damage settlement ever achieved in this country. As a result of the Cox litigation, on July 22, 1997, Mr. Barrett was awarded the Public Justice Achievement Award by the Trial Lawyers for Public Justice Foundation “in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the public interest.”

In the Summer of 2001, Mr. Barrett was named by Judge Kathleen O’Malley, United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, to the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee in In Re: Inter-Op Hip Prosthesis Liability Litigation, MDL No. 1401, and he was a principal negotiator for the plaintiff class for a $1.045 billion settlement reached with defendants, which settlement was finally approved by Judge O’Malley on May 22, 2002.

Richard Barrett was one of the primary trial attorneys for Tamraz v. Lincoln Electric, et al, Welding Fume MDL 1535, Mr. Barrett received the largest verdict against the welding industry in history. The total amount of the award to Jeff and Terry Tamraz was $20.5 million. Similarly, on March 7, 2008, in Jowers v. Lincoln Electric, et al, Welding Fume MDL 1535, Mr. Barrett received a verdict for $2.9 million against the same welding consumable manufacturers. Importantly, this was the first time in history that these defendants were ever ordered to pay punitive damages for brain injury from welding fumes.

Take The First Step Toward Justice With An Experienced Attorney By Your Side

If you are facing the aftermath of an injury and believe a class action or mass tort claim is your best course for justice, do not hesitate to reach out. These cases can be intricate, and navigating them requires skilled guidance. Contact Barrett Law Group, P.A., today by calling 662-407-6500 or filling out our online contact form.