What Is an MDL? Multidistrict Litigation Explained

Multidistrict litigation (MDL) is a federal procedure that consolidates civil cases sharing common facts for coordinated pretrial proceedings. A Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) transfers qualifying cases to a single district court.

Why MDLs matter for consumers: MDLs can streamline discovery and bellwether trials, but each plaintiff typically retains an individual claim. Outcomes vary by case facts.

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