About Michael G. Rousseau

Michael Rousseau focuses his practice on representing people harmed by defective medical devices.

For over 15 years, Michael has played a key role in assisting thousands of clients harmed by defective hernia mesh. Recently, he also represented the states of Rhode Island and New Hampshire and the City of Boston in their pursuit to hold the manufacturers, distributors and retailers of opioids accountable for their role in the opioid epidemic. Prior to that, Michael represented thousands of women harmed by defective transvaginal mesh, including working on discovery, trials and settlements. Previously, he spent five years heavily involved in Composix Kugel Mesh litigation, including defendant liability, discovery and trials. He is also a member of the legal team that successfully advocated for an extension of the risk contribution theory of liability in Wisconsin in 2005, enabling lead-poisoned children and families to seek compensation from former manufacturers of lead paint.

As a law student, Michael provided volunteer representation to autistic children to help them obtain special education services and physical therapy pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Blog Posts

January 5, 2026

5 things you should know about asbestos Causes, Not Just Cases

by: John E. Herrick

April 1, 2024

Yes, asbestos risks are still a concern

by: Anne McGinness Kearse

February 9, 2023

End of the Road for the “Texas Two-Step”? Causes, Not Just Cases

by: Louis M. Bograd

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April 28, 2025

The history and legacy of Workers’ Memorial Day

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April 1, 2025

Finish the asbestos ban to improve worker safety

by:
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Areas of Law

  • Other 4
    • Asbestos Exposure
    • Diabetes Lawsuit
    • Medical Devices
    • Women's Health Lawsuits

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Motley Rice LLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Casework: Asbestos Products: Asbestos products include building materials, automotive, fireproofing/fire-resistant
    beauty products
    Asbestos Exposure Toxic Exposure
    Active Case
    Asbestos-Related Diseases: Asbestos-related diseases include severe conditions, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer
    asbestosis
    Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Household Exposure to Asbestos: Household asbestos exposure may cause serious illnesses. Learn about dealing with asbestos in your home.
    Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Covidien Mesh Lawsuit: Find out more about Covidien mesh lawsuits filed by patients who sustained severe injuries.
    Medical Device Lawsuits
    Active Case
    Hernia Mesh Lawsuit: Thous
    s of hernia mesh lawsuits may soon settle. Find out if you qualify to get money or file a new case.
    Medical Device Lawsuits
    Active Case
    Secondh
    Asbestos Exposure: Secondh
    asbestos exposure may lead to mesothelioma
    other diseases. Learn more here.
    Toxic Exposure Asbestos Exposure
    Active Case
    Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuit: Bard hernia mesh has been linked to thous
    s of injuries. Those injured may file Bard hernia mesh lawsuits.
    Medical Device Lawsuits
    Active Case
    Dexcom Lawsuit: People with diabetes have filed suits over Dexcom G6 safety concerns.
    Medical Device Lawsuits Diabetes Lawsuit
    Active Case
    Transvaginal Mesh (TVM): Medical Device Lawsuits Women's Health Lawsuits
    Transvaginal mesh (TVM), also known as pelvic mesh or bladder sling, is used to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP)
    stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Complications include severe pain, permanent damage
    revision surgery.
    Mesothelioma Lawyer: Asbestos Exposure
    Mesothelioma is primarily associated with asbestos exposure
    can occur 10 to 60 years after the initial exposure. We have worked with thous
    s of victims of mesothelioma from asbestos exposure.
  • Pro Bono Services

    As a law student, Michael provided volunteer representation to autistic children to help them obtain special education services and physical therapy pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    California
    Massachusetts
    Rhode Island
    Wisconsin
    U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
    Memberships

    Associations

    •American Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Pepperdine University
    Class of 1999
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Bentley College
    Class of 1996
    B.S.

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5th Floor, 40 Westminster StreetProvidence, RI 02903U.S.A.

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    Michael G. Rousseau attended Pepperdine University.
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    Motley Rice LLC was established in 2003.