Mass Tort Lawsuits in Pennsylvania
PAA guide for Pennsylvania residents researching major mass tort and injury lawsuits: each case's current status, how Pennsylvania filing deadlines work, the federal courts involved, and links to Pennsylvania-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 Pennsylvania residents have to file a lawsuit?
Pennsylvania's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 5524). 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 — 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 5524.
- Discovery rule: Pennsylvania applies a discovery rule that can delay accrual until the injury and its cause reasonably could have been discovered.
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 Pennsylvania claim proceeds.
Which federal courts handle Pennsylvania mass tort cases?
Mass tort claims by Pennsylvania residents are frequently filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation in other districts. The federal district courts covering Pennsylvania are:
- Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- Middle District of Pennsylvania
- Western District of Pennsylvania
Living in Pennsylvania does not mean a case is filed only in Pennsylvania. Many claims are coordinated nationally, but Pennsylvania law can still affect deadlines, damages, and wrongful-death rules.
Lawsuit guides for Pennsylvania residents
AFFF Firefighting Foam
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: PFAS exposure-related cancer and disease claims
Pennsylvania guide →Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
Active — Filing Deadline PassedPrimary alleged injury: Cancers and other illnesses linked to contaminated water
Pennsylvania guide →Depo-Provera
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Meningioma brain tumors
Pennsylvania guide →Ozempic / GLP-1
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Gastroparesis and severe gastrointestinal injuries
Pennsylvania guide →Paraquat Parkinson's
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Parkinson's disease
Pennsylvania guide →Roundup Cancer
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Pennsylvania guide →Suboxone Tooth Decay
Active / InvestigatingPrimary alleged injury: Severe dental injuries
Pennsylvania guide →Pennsylvania Lawsuit FAQ
What mass tort lawsuits affect Pennsylvania residents?
This site covers 7 major mass tort and injury cases for Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania-specific guide stating its current status, records, and deadline context.
How long do Pennsylvania residents have to file an injury lawsuit?
Pennsylvania's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 5524). 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 Pennsylvania resident have to file in Pennsylvania?
Not necessarily. Many mass tort claims are filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation, or evaluated by national firms. Living in Pennsylvania does not mean a claim is limited to Pennsylvania state court, though Pennsylvania law can still affect deadlines and damages.
Is this Pennsylvania lawsuit information legal advice?
No. These Pennsylvania 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.