Client Resources

One of the most important things to understand about mass tort and class action litigation is that these cases are rarely resolved quickly. That is not a flaw in the system — it is a reflection of the complexity of the litigation and the tenacity with which large corporate defendants will fight accountability.

Here is a general sense of what to expect at different stages:

• Initial Case Review (Weeks 1–4): We review your information, assess your claim, and reach out to discuss next steps. If we take your case, you sign a retainer agreement.
• Investigation & Filing (Months 1–6): We gather your medical records, document your damages, and formally file your case. This stage of the case often involves consolidation with other cases via the Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) process, and the procedural work related to that can itself take a signficant amount of time.
• MDL Discovery & Bellwether Trials (Years 1–3+): In multidistrict litigation, bellwether cases are tried first to help set settlement values. The outcome of these trials heavily influences global settlement negotiations.
• Settlement & Distribution (Timeline Varies): When a global settlement is reached, claims are evaluated against a settlement matrix, often with the help of a neutral third party, and payments are distributed. This process itself can take months to years.

We understand that waiting is difficult, particularly when you are dealing with serious health issues. You should be aware at the outset that it is not uncommon for there to be long stretches of time where we won't need anything from you and you may not hear from us. Rest assured that we are still actively working on your behalf. We will keep you informed of meaningful development of your case, and you should always feel free to reach out to us with questions.

The strength of your case often depends on the quality of the evidence. Here is what you should preserve:

• ▶Medical Records: Records of diagnosis, treatment, hospitalizations, and prescriptions. Request copies from every provider involved in treating the condition at issue.
• ▶Product Documentation: Purchase receipts, packaging, user manuals, warranty cards, and photos of the product itself. Do not discard or return the product.
• ▶Photos and Videos: If you experienced a product failure, injury, or visible harm, document it with photographs immediately.
• ▶Financial Records: Bills, insurance explanations of benefits, out-of-pocket expenses, and records of missed work or income loss.
• ▶Communications: Any letters, emails, or correspondence with the manufacturer, retailer, or insurer related to the product or your injury.

The best strategy is the err on the side of over-inclusion. If you think it might be relevant, it probably is, and you should hang onto it and make it available to us upon request.