How Many Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Cases Have Been Filed? (2026)

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March 25, 2026 Read in 3 mins

Cumulative Total vs. Pending Hair Relaxer Lawsuits
Number of New Hair Relaxer Lawsuits Filed Each Month
What Do These Numbers Mean for New Plaintiffs?
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The hair relaxer litigation continues to grow at a steady pace, with thousands of people seeking accountability for alleged health harms. If you're wondering whether this legal movement is gaining or losing steam, the data tells a compelling story.

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Cumulative Total vs. Pending Hair Relaxer Lawsuits

As of March 2026, plaintiffs have filed 15,319 total hair relaxer lawsuits in the federal multidistrict litigation (MDL-3060), according to data from the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation. Of those, 11,440 remain pending.

The gap between total and pending cases matters. It reflects cases resolved through settlements, dismissals, or other outcomes. Here's what the trajectory looks like:

Total cases grew from just 21 in February 2023 to over 15,000 by early 2026—a staggering increase of more than 72,000%.
Pending cases peaked and continued climbing, reaching 11,440 in March 2026.
The difference between total and pending cases widened significantly starting mid-2024, suggesting increased case resolutions alongside continued filings.

If you are wondering when the hair relaxer lawsuit will be settled, this sustained growth signals that the litigation remains highly active and far from winding down.

Cumulative Total and Pending Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Cases (Feb 2023–Mar 2026)

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Source: United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation

Data Share

Number of New Hair Relaxer Lawsuits Filed Each Month

Monthly filing rates reveal the litigation's momentum. The biggest surges occurred in late 2023, when nearly 3,760 new cases landed in September and another 1,999 followed in October. These spikes likely reflected large-scale attorney filings after the MDL consolidated.

Since then, monthly filings have settled into a more consistent rhythm:

In 2024, new monthly filings ranged from 91 to 1,128, with notable jumps in August (648) and October (1,128).
Throughout 2025, filings remained steady, averaging roughly 260 new cases per month.
Early 2026 shows continued activity, with 272 new cases in January and 290 in February.

The data confirms that how many hair relaxer lawsuits have been filed is not a static number. New plaintiffs continue joining the litigation every month.

Number of New Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Cases Each Month (Feb 2023–Feb 2026)

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Source: United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation

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Growing case numbers generally strengthen a litigation. More plaintiffs can mean more resources devoted to discovery, expert testimony, and trial preparation. Courts and defendants take notice when thousands of people raise similar claims.

For anyone considering a claim, the trends suggest the window to file remains open. However, statutes of limitations vary by state and may limit how long you can wait. Acting sooner rather than later typically preserves your legal options.

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The litigation is well-established, with years of filings and active case management.
Monthly filings remain consistent, indicating ongoing legal viability.
Early participation may offer advantages as bellwether trials and settlement discussions progress.

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Hair Relaxer Lawsuit: Guide & Latest Updates (2026)