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.
Citation
Francis McGovern, Class Actions and Social Issue Torts in the Gulf South, 74 Tulane Law Review 1655-1679 (1999)
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