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Class Action Center
Class Action Lawsuit Tracker
Track active class action lawsuits, mass torts, and multi-district litigation (MDL) across the United States. Find out if you're eligible to join a case or claim a settlement.
Active Class Actions & Mass Torts
Meta Platforms
Social Media Mental Health
Thousands of families allege Facebook and Instagram caused eating disorders, depression, and suicide attempts in minors through addictive design features.
Bayer (Roundup)
Cancer — Glyphosate
Plaintiffs allege exposure to Roundup weedkiller caused non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Over 125,000 cases filed. Bayer has set aside $10+ billion for settlements.
3M
Military Earplug Hearing Loss
Defective Combat Arms earplugs sold to US military caused hearing damage. 3M agreed to a $6 billion settlement covering 260,000+ veterans.
Abbott Labs
NEC Infant Formula
Families allege Similac and Enfamil premature infant formula caused necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) — a life-threatening intestinal disease — in premature infants.
Pfizer / Zantac
Ranitidine Cancer
Plaintiffs allege Zantac (ranitidine) contained NDMA, a probable carcinogen, causing bladder, stomach, and other cancers in long-term users.
Johnson & Johnson
Talcum Powder Cancer
J&J talcum powder products allegedly contained asbestos and caused ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. 50,000+ cases remain pending.
DuPont / PFAS
Forever Chemicals
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination of drinking water near DuPont and other chemical plants has caused cancer and other serious illness in communities nationwide.
Various Opioid Manufacturers
Opioid Epidemic
States, cities, and counties are suing opioid manufacturers and distributors for their role in the addiction epidemic. Multiple $1B+ settlements have been reached.
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How to Join a Class Action Lawsuit
Check Eligibility
Review the class definition — the set of people the lawsuit covers. You must be a member of the class to participate.
File a Claim
Most class actions require class members to file a claim form before a deadline to receive compensation.
Wait for Settlement
Class action lawsuits take years to resolve. You do not need to appear in court or take active steps while the case proceeds.
Receive Compensation
If the case settles or results in a verdict, class members who filed claims receive their share of the settlement fund.
Class Action FAQ
What is a class action lawsuit?
A class action is a lawsuit where a group of people with similar claims against the same defendant sue together. Rather than each person filing separately, a lead plaintiff represents the entire class. This reduces legal costs for each individual and creates more leverage against large corporations.
Do I need an attorney to join a class action?
For existing class actions, you typically don't need your own attorney — the class attorneys represent all class members. However, if you have particularly severe injuries, you may want your own attorney to evaluate whether you'd be better served by opting out and filing an individual lawsuit.
How much do class action settlements pay?
Individual payouts vary enormously. Large settlements with small classes can mean significant per-person compensation. But large classes (millions of consumers) with modest total funds often result in small individual checks — sometimes $10 to $200. If you suffered severe injuries, an individual lawsuit may yield far more.
What is a mass tort vs a class action?
In a class action, one judgment covers all class members. In a mass tort (like opioid or talc litigation), plaintiffs file individual lawsuits but the cases are coordinated together for efficiency through multidistrict litigation (MDL). Mass torts allow for individual damage awards based on each person's specific injuries.
How long do class actions take?
Class actions typically take 3-7 years from filing to final settlement distribution. Some mega-cases like the opioid litigation have lasted over a decade. You don't need to do anything active — just file your claim before the deadline and wait.
Think You Qualify for a Class Action?
A personal injury attorney can evaluate whether you qualify for an existing class action or whether an individual lawsuit might be worth more for your situation.