Mass Tort Lawsuits in Missouri
MOA guide for Missouri residents researching major mass tort and injury lawsuits: each case's current status, how Missouri filing deadlines work, the federal courts involved, and links to Missouri-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 Missouri residents have to file a lawsuit?
Missouri's general personal injury statute of limitations is 5 years (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(4)). 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: 5 years — Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(4).
- Discovery rule: Missouri's period generally runs from when damage is sustained and capable of ascertainment, which can function like a discovery rule in latent-injury cases.
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 Missouri claim proceeds.
Which federal courts handle Missouri mass tort cases?
Mass tort claims by Missouri residents are frequently filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation in other districts. The federal district courts covering Missouri are:
- Eastern District of Missouri
- Western District of Missouri
Living in Missouri does not mean a case is filed only in Missouri. Many claims are coordinated nationally, but Missouri law can still affect deadlines, damages, and wrongful-death rules.
Lawsuit guides for Missouri residents
AFFF Firefighting Foam
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: PFAS exposure-related cancer and disease claims
Missouri guide →Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
Active — Filing Deadline PassedPrimary alleged injury: Cancers and other illnesses linked to contaminated water
Missouri guide →Depo-Provera
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Meningioma brain tumors
Missouri guide →Ozempic / GLP-1
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Gastroparesis and severe gastrointestinal injuries
Missouri guide →Paraquat Parkinson's
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Parkinson's disease
Missouri guide →Roundup Cancer
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Missouri guide →Suboxone Tooth Decay
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Severe dental injuries
Missouri guide →Missouri Lawsuit FAQ
What mass tort lawsuits affect Missouri residents?
This site covers 7 major mass tort and injury cases for Missouri 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 Missouri-specific guide stating its current status, records, and deadline context.
How long do Missouri residents have to file an injury lawsuit?
Missouri's general personal injury statute of limitations is 5 years (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(4)). 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 Missouri resident have to file in Missouri?
Not necessarily. Many mass tort claims are filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation, or evaluated by national firms. Living in Missouri does not mean a claim is limited to Missouri state court, though Missouri law can still affect deadlines and damages.
Is this Missouri lawsuit information legal advice?
No. These Missouri 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.