Mass Tort Lawsuits in Florida
FLA guide for Florida residents researching major mass tort and injury lawsuits: each case's current status, how Florida filing deadlines work, the federal courts involved, and links to Florida-specific guides for each case. Status varies by case — some remain in active intake, while others (such as Camp Lejeune Justice Act claims) have closed filing windows, as each guide notes.
This page is general legal information only. It does not provide legal advice, does not create an attorney-client relationship, and case status can change. Last updated June 11, 2026.
How long do Florida residents have to file a lawsuit?
Florida's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(4)(a)). Product liability and toxic exposure claims do not always follow the general rule, so the deadline that controls a specific case can be shorter or longer.
- General personal injury period: 2 years — Fla. Stat. § 95.11(4)(a).
- Discovery rule: For negligence actions accruing after March 24, 2023, the general period is two years; older accruals may fall under the prior four-year period. Latent-injury accrual rules can apply.
- Statute of repose: Florida product liability claims can be subject to a 12-year repose period for certain products (§ 95.031).
Because the controlling deadline depends on diagnosis date, discovery facts, exposure history, and how a claim is filed, only a licensed attorney can confirm the deadline for a specific situation. Federal multidistrict litigation can also change where and how a Florida claim proceeds.
Which federal courts handle Florida mass tort cases?
Mass tort claims by Florida residents are frequently filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation in other districts. The federal district courts covering Florida are:
- Northern District of Florida
- Middle District of Florida
- Southern District of Florida
Living in Florida does not mean a case is filed only in Florida. Many claims are coordinated nationally, but Florida law can still affect deadlines, damages, and wrongful-death rules.
Lawsuit guides for Florida residents
AFFF Firefighting Foam
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: PFAS exposure-related cancer and disease claims
Florida guide →Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
Active — Filing Deadline PassedPrimary alleged injury: Cancers and other illnesses linked to contaminated water
Florida guide →Depo-Provera
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Meningioma brain tumors
Florida guide →Ozempic / GLP-1
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Gastroparesis and severe gastrointestinal injuries
Florida guide →Paraquat Parkinson's
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Parkinson's disease
Florida guide →Roundup Cancer
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Florida guide →Suboxone Tooth Decay
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Severe dental injuries
Florida guide →Florida Lawsuit FAQ
What mass tort lawsuits affect Florida residents?
This site covers 7 major mass tort and injury cases for Florida residents, including AFFF Firefighting Foam, Camp Lejeune Water Contamination, Depo-Provera, Ozempic / GLP-1, and others. Status varies by case: some remain in active intake, while others — such as Camp Lejeune Justice Act claims — have closed filing windows. Each links to a Florida-specific guide stating its current status, records, and deadline context.
How long do Florida residents have to file an injury lawsuit?
Florida's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(4)(a)). Product liability and toxic exposure claims can follow different accrual, discovery, and repose rules, so the deadline that applies to a specific claim varies. Only a licensed attorney can confirm it.
Does a Florida resident have to file in Florida?
Not necessarily. Many mass tort claims are filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation, or evaluated by national firms. Living in Florida does not mean a claim is limited to Florida state court, though Florida law can still affect deadlines and damages.
Is this Florida lawsuit information legal advice?
No. These Florida guides are general legal information for research only. They do not provide legal advice, do not create an attorney-client relationship, and do not determine whether any person has a claim.