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In mass tort litigation, the issues alleged by plaintiffs are similar, but their factual situations differ significantly. Product liability cases and toxic torts cases can be very complex. Plaintiffs must prove causation to win the case.Medical record review and analysis benefit defendants through…
Published October 8, 2021In the wake of a steadily growing, mass-tort MDL landscape, the George Washington University Law School’s James F. Humphreys Complex Litigation Center held its First Annual Mass-Tort MDL Flash Points conference in Washington, D.C. this week to tackle…
There are many benefits to utilizing centralized data exchange platforms in complex litigation. The centralization of early case data and supporting discovery documents makes handling large case inventories more seamless and efficient. Early access to claimant and population data and analytics…
Sustainability is important for businesses of all sizes in all industries. Expectations from clients continue to increase and firms must act now to make sustainable changes or run the risk of losing business. Environmental and economic…
There is plenty to learn about the complex procedures of multidistrict litigation. Researching legal abbreviations should not have to take up your time. Below is a list of the most used abbreviations in multidistrict …
Product liability cases come in all shapes and sizes, each accompanied by a plethora of matter information and data points. Case management technology grants a comprehensive solution to manage complex litigation by offering a platform to centralize information. These …
What is a product liability lawsuit?A product liability lawsuit is a civil legal action in which a party seeks to hold a manufacturer, distributor, supplier, or retailer legally responsible for harm allegedly caused by a defective or unreasonably dangerous product. The core allegation in a…
Published December 10, 2020The use of data analytics in Multi-District Litigations (MDLs) is a largely untapped, yet powerful tool in the management of product liability MDLs. In no uncertain terms, data analytics can help parties and judges make better decisions in how MDLs are…
What is medical record review in litigation?Medical record review in litigation is the process of examining and analyzing a person’s medical records to support legal cases. Used extensively in personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, and mass tort matters, this process goes…
Managing a legal project is an involved process with many moving pieces. One of the most important aspects of managing a legal project is associated with cost and adhering to a set budget. In complex litigation, stakes are high which makes staying on budget a top priority. Effective…