Tort Liability

Should Mass Tort Victims Settle for Bankruptcy?

Should Mass Tort Victims Settle for Bankruptcy?

Scholars and commentators discuss whether mass torts belong in bankruptcy court.

An End Run Around the Gun Industry Liability Shield

An End Run Around the Gun Industry Liability Shield

New York lawmakers’ attempt to regulate guns will result in significant legal challenges.

Encouraging Efficient Errors in AI Technologies

Encouraging Efficient Errors in AI Technologies

Current tort law regimes fail to address nuances of AI innovation and consumer harms.

Businesses That Reopen Unsafely Should Be Subject to Liability

Businesses That Reopen Unsafely Should Be Subject to Liability

Conflicting signals from public officials about when and how to restart the economy following the COVID-19 shutdown hardly inspire confidence.

Regulating Safety After Merck v. Albrecht

Regulating Safety After Merck v. Albrecht

In Merck v. Albrecht, the issue of federal preemption has crossed over the typical conservative and liberal divide.

The Case for Regulating After Harms Occur

The Case for Regulating After Harms Occur

Scholar argues that society is best off when regulators punish violations after the fact.

Why Litigation Cannot Adequately Address Local Climate Adaptation Efforts

Why Litigation Cannot Adequately Address Local Climate Adaptation Efforts

New York City – and most cities – will not be held liable for their coastal adaptation efforts.