The Ins and Outs of Mass-Tort Bankruptcies

Companies facing mass-tort claims have increasingly turned to bankruptcy. Mass torts claimants can result from a myriad of situations, for instance, from exposure to asbestos or benzene, sexual abuse, or wildfires started by a power company. Check out this expertly drafted practice note discussing companies that file bankruptcy to address their mass-tort liabilities.

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