Fairness

Defense Lawyers and Drugmakers Advocate for Strengthening Mass Tort Rule in US Judiciary – Urging Fairness and Accountability

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NEW YORK, NY – Defense lawyers and drug manufacturers are pushing for stricter guidelines on mass tort litigation, urging the U.S. judiciary to fortify the existing rules. These requests come as some defendants argue that current regulations lack clarity and allow for excessive litigation. Critics of the current system claim that it encourages dubious claims and adds to the burden on the courts, while proponents of the current framework argue that it allows for fair compensation for victims harmed by dangerous drugs. Mass tort litigation refers to a legal process where numerous plaintiffs file individual … Read more

Promoting Fairness and Equity: How Common Benefit Funds Support Complex Litigation Cases

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – Common benefit funds (CBFs) play a crucial role in ensuring fairness and equity in the distribution of legal fees and expenses in aggregate and complex litigation. They are particularly relevant in cases such as class actions, mass torts, trust and securities, and multidistrict litigations (MDLs), where an ad hoc or judicially appointed committee or team of attorneys prosecute the litigation. These funds serve to recognize and compensate the attorneys who dedicate their time, expertise, and resources to advancing the interests of the plaintiffs involved in a specific litigation, including litigants who are … Read more