Enhancing legal strategies in MDL and class action lawsuits with idiCORE

Complex litigations like multidistrict litigation (MDL) and class action lawsuits require the ability to quickly and efficiently manage and analyze vast amounts of data. To navigate these intricate cases effectively, you need a solution that brings clarity to fragmented data with a 360-degree view of businesses, plaintiffs, defendants, and witnesses.  

Leveraging proprietary, public record, and publicly available data that covers nearly 100% of the U.S. adult population, idiCORE^TM delivers the industry’s most comprehensive, real-time identity data to streamline your initial case diligence and locate potential plaintiffs.  

idiCORE for MDL and class action success 

idiCORE’s capabilities can be strategically leveraged to achieve favorable outcomes:​ 

Streamlined case diligence: idiCORE provides a 360-degree view of all parties involved, enabling legal teams to conduct thorough initial case assessments swiftly. This comprehensive identity intelligence aids in discovering potential risks and formulating effective legal strategies.​ 

Precise subject verification and location: The platform’s ability to identify and locate witnesses, associates, and relatives in seconds is crucial for building robust cases. Rapid access to contact information and background details including property records, motor vehicle registrations, assets, criminal history, bankruptcies, judgments, liens, and more helps to facilitate timely interviews and depositions.​ 

Uncovering interrelationships: Discovering hidden connections between parties can be pivotal in both MDL and class action contexts. idiCORE’s AI-powered data linking uncovers these interrelationships, providing deeper insights that can influence case strategies.​ 

Enhanced risk assessment: By offering detailed information on assets, criminal histories, bankruptcies, judgments, and liens, idiCORE enables legal professionals to assess risks and make informed decisions throughout the litigation process.​ 

​idiCORE’s real-time analytics monitor daily data changes, delivering instant insights crucial for time-sensitive legal proceedings. This ensures that legal teams have access to the most current information, enhancing decision-making processes. Additionally, the platform’s flexible API and best-in-class batch processing capabilities are invaluable for managing large datasets typical in class action administration or extensive MDL cases. These features allow for seamless integration into existing workflows, improving efficiency and reducing manual data handling. 

An illustrative example: 3M Combat Arms Earplugs MDL 

One example of idiCORE’s applicability is the 3M Combat Arms Earplugs MDL (MDL No. 2885). This litigation, centralized in the Northern District of Florida, involves hundreds of thousands of lawsuits filed by U.S. service members and veterans who allege that defective dual-ended Combat Arms Earplugs, manufactured by 3M and its subsidiary Aearo Technologies, led to hearing loss and tinnitus. In August 2023, 3M agreed to a $6 billion settlement to resolve nearly 260,000 of these lawsuits. 

In such extensive litigation, idiCORE’s features can be instrumental:​ 

Data consolidation: Aggregating plaintiff information to identify commonalities and strengthen collective claims.​ 

Defendant profiling: Compiling comprehensive profiles on defendants to uncover patterns of negligence or misconduct.​ 

Witness identification: Locating and verifying witnesses to support the plaintiffs’ allegations.​ 

idiCORE stands out as a vital asset for legal professionals. Its ability to deliver comprehensive, real-time intelligence empowers law firms to navigate complex cases with confidence and precision, ultimately contributing to more efficient and successful legal outcomes.​ To learn how idiCORE can strengthen your cases from open to close, get in touch for a quick demo.