Were You a Victim of Hotel Sex Trafficking?

Survivors of sex trafficking are pursuing legal action against major hotel and motel chains, including:

• Motel 6
• Red Roof Inn
• Wyndham
• Choice Hotels
• InterContinental (IHG)
• Sonesta
• Best Western
• Hyatt
• Marriott
• Hilton

These lawsuits allege that these hotels ignored obvious signs of trafficking occurring on their properties, allowing exploitation to continue while profiting from it. If you or a loved one were affected, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation.

Mass Tort vs. Class Action Lawsuits: Key Differences

Case Structure

• Mass Tort: Comprises multiple individual lawsuits that are grouped together because they share common elements, injuries, or defendants.
• Class Action: A single lawsuit filed on behalf of a large group, or “class,” with one or more representative plaintiffs leading the case.

Control Over the Case

• Mass Tort: Each plaintiff retains control over their own claim, including decisions about settlement or trial.
• Class Action: Class members have limited control, as the representative plaintiff and legal team make key decisions.

Compensation

• Mass Tort: Settlements are determined individually, reflecting each plaintiff’s unique circumstances and injuries.
• Class Action: Compensation is usually distributed uniformly among class members, often proportionally.

When Each Is Used

• Mass Tort: Suitable when injuries or damages differ significantly between plaintiffs.
• Class Action: Best when claims are largely similar and can be resolved through a single outcome.

Time and Efficiency

• Mass Tort: Can be more time-consuming and complex due to the individualized nature of each case.
• Class Action: Typically more efficient since all claims are consolidated into one legal proceeding.

Understanding these differences helps both plaintiffs and defendants choose the most effective legal strategy when addressing widespread harm or collective grievances.