Title

Class Actions and Social Issue Torts in the Gulf South

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1999

Abstract

This Article explores the practical, theoretical, and doctrinal evolution of class actions and social issue torts in the Gulf South. After explaining the reasons for the continued use of class actions and the recent emergence of social issue torts, the Article discusses the debate concerning the perceived abuses of both class actions and social issue torts. Professor McGovern conludes by making recommendations for incremental improvements to moderate the more egregious uses and abuses of class actions and social issue torts.