The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) is a group of federal judges in the United States responsible for managing complex litigation cases that involve multiple lawsuits across different jurisdictions. The panel's primary role is to consolidate these cases into a single district court to streamline the legal process, reduce duplication, and ensure consistent rulings. The JPML was established under the Multidistrict Litigation Act of 1968. It helps to efficiently handle cases related to issues like product liability, mass torts, and class actions, ensuring that similar cases are heard together. This process benefits both the courts and the parties involved by saving time and resources.