Mass Torts

Class Actions

When defective medical devices or pharmaceutical drugs cause harm to large groups of people, the Tampa injury lawyers at John Bales Attorneys pursue legal claims—or mass torts—to help victims get compensation for their suffering.

We want to alert people like you about these potentially harmful drugs and defective products through consumer alerts. We believe that consumer alerts give power back to the people instead of the corporations that make unsafe products.

Consumer Alert & Mass Tort Cases We Handle

At John Bales Attorneys, we handle consumer alert claims for:

Toxic Baby Formula Lawsuit
Did Your Premature Baby Suffer from Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) After Consuming Cow-Milk Based Formula Made by Similac or Enfamil? You May Be Entitled to Compensation. Learn more >

Paraquat Exposure Alert
Paraquat Linked to Parkinson’s Disease. Have you Been Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? Were you exposed to or required to work with Paraquat herbicide? Those who used Gramoxone or Paraquat and subsequently developed Parkinson’s Disease may be entitled to compensation. Learn more >

Philips CPAP Recall
Certain Philips Respironics CPAP, BiPAP and Ventilator Machines Recalled. Philips, a leading global manufacturer of electronic and medical devices has issued a voluntary recall on several of its popular products, including certain CPAP and BiPAP machines and ventilators. This recall was issued due to concerns regarding the breakdown of the PE-PUR (polyester-based polyurethane) foam used to reduce the machine’s noise level. Current evidence suggests that the foam may break down, with particulates potentially entering the airway where they could be ingested or inhaled by the user. Potential risks associated with use may include an increased risk of developing breast cancer, leukemia, lung cancer, liver cancer, kidney cancer, pancreatic and other deadly cancers. Learn more >

Defective Products
Defective products can range from household items that cause fires to medical devices that cause life-threatening injuries. Product manufacturers are responsible for testing their goods and making sure they are safe. When they do not, they can be held liable for victims’ accident-related expenses. Learn more >

Mesothelioma Lawyers
Have You Been Diagnosed with Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Asbestosis or an Asbestos-related condition? We help people just like you and your family get the justice they deserve, and the compensation they’re owed. Our firm has helped personal injury clients win over $400,000,000 in settlements and judgements in and out of court. With over 20 years of experience and more than 5,000+ satisfied clients, we know what it takes to win cases and help individuals and families see the light at an otherwise hopeless tunnel. Learn more >

Zantac Lawsuit
Zantac Lawsuit Lawyer – Representing Cancer Claims from Zantac and Ranitidine Use. If you or a loved one have taken Zantac and later developed cancer, reach out today. The consultation is free, and if we take your case, you never pay a dime until we win. Call or message us today. Our lawyers are standing by and eager to learn how we can help you and your family. Learn more >

Belviq Belviq XR Lawsuit
Diagnosed with Cancer after Using Belviq or Belviq XR? You may be entitled to compensation. Belviq (Belviq XR), a prescription drug used for weight management in obese adults, has been shown to increase the risk of cancer. If you or a loved one were prescribed Belviq or Belviq XR and were later diagnosed with cancer, you may be entitled to file a lawsuit. Learn more >

Medtronic Insulin Pumps Lawsuit
Have you or a Loved One Been Injured as a Result of Using a Medtronic Insulin Pump? If you’ve been injured by or as a result of using a Medtronic Insulin Pump, you may be entitled to file a claim for compensation. Since it’s inception, our firm has won clients over $400 million in settlements and compensation. Let us fight for you and your family. Consultations are always free and you only pay if/when we are able to achieve a verdict or settlement in your favor. Learn more >

JUUL E-Cigarette
What are the allegations against JUUL? A new type of e-cigarette called “Juul” has become so popular that it is now about 68% of the $2 billion e-cigarette market. The “juul” is especially popular among children and young adults due to its sleek and discreet design, its ability to be recharged on a laptop or wall charger within one hour, and its liquid-filled cartridges that come in popular flavors like cool mint, creme brulee, and fruit medley. Learn more >

Elmiron Lawsuit
Have you Or a Loved One Experienced Vision Problems After Taking Elmiron? You could be entitled to compensation. We’re tired of ‘big pharma’ and insurance companies bullying the ‘little guy’ and have built a reputation on making them pay. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with pigmentary maculopathy or other eye-related conditions after taking the bladder medication Elmiron, you may be entitled to compensation. Learn more >

Drug Injury
When your doctor prescribes a drug, you expect it to help you get better. But some prescription drugs use contaminated ingredients or have inadequate warning labels about the side effects and health conditions they may cause. When drug manufacturers use contaminated ingredients or don not warn patients about the dangers of their drugs, they can be held liable for patients’ medical bills and lost wages. Learn more >

Hernia Mesh Mass Tort Lawsuits
Have you or a loved one been injured as a result of using a hernia mesh? Hernia mesh lawsuits are legal claims filed against manufacturers of surgical mesh used in the treatment of hernias. However, many individuals have suffered serious injuries after faulty mesh implants failed. To date, the largest settlement against hernia mesh manufacturers was over $180 million, paid by C.R. Bard to settle nearly 3000 cases. You may be eligible to file a claim for compensation. Learn more >

3M Combat Arms Earplug Lawsuit
Have you or a loved one suffered hearing loss and/or tinnitus as a result of defective earplugs? Thousands of United States military soldiers, past and present, may be eligible to receive compensation for damages caused as a result of faulty 3M earplugs used in training and in the field. Military members are frequently exposed to excessively loud noises that can damage their eardrums. Explosives, gunfire, heavy machinery, aircrafts, artillery, and more all produce noise in excess of safe levels. Repeated exposure can lead to hearing loss, among other conditions. Learn more >

Exactech Knee & Ankle Recall Lawsuit
Have you or a loved one received a total knee or ankle replacement since 210 using a Exactech OPTETRAK Comprehensive Knee System? If so, your medical device may be part of the FDA’s Class II Recall and you may be owed compensation. Exactech, the maker of the OPTETRAK Comprehensive Knee System, issued an URGENT medical device correction in Feb 2022. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this recall as a ‘Class II Recall.” This means that the FDA has determined that exposure to the product may result in medically reversible or temporary health consequences. Learn more >

Hip Replacement Lawsuits
Have you or a loved one experienced serious complications as a result of hip replacement surgery? If so, you may be entitled to seek compensation. To date, more than 29,000 lawsuits have been filed against hip manufacturers, with these companies forced to pay out more than $7 billion in verdicts and settlements to victims. The vast majority of hip replacement lawsuits involve designs that feature metal-on-metal components. However, several other types of hip replacement lawsuits, including but not limited to those resulting from complications due to faulty parts or components (such as polyethylene hip liners) are also common. Learn more >

Camp Lejeune Water Lawsuits
A New Bipartisan Bill Means US Marines and Their Families May Finally Get the Justice and Compensation They Deserve… Our Team of Dedicated and Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys are Standing By And Ready to Fight for You and your Family. Helping America’s Proud Marines Get Maximum Compensation and the Medical Care They Deserve. If you or a loved one have been harmed by Camp Lejeune water contamination, contact our firm today to learn about your legal options and to get the help you deserve. Learn more >


If you or someone you love was injured by a defective product or medication, John Bales Attorneys wants to help. Our consumer alerts team is always researching recalled medical devices and drugs in order to build stronger claims for our clients. You can count on us to give your case the attention and professionalism it deserves—call us at (800) 225-5564 or fill out a free initial consultation form today.