Complexities

Unraveling the Complexities of Mass Tort Settlements: Inside the World of Liability Forecasting

by

(Pittsburgh, PA) – Liability forecasting plays a critical role in the management of mass tort settlement trusts, which often involve billions of dollars and numerous claimants seeking compensation for their injuries. Administering these trusts is a complex task, with various factors and challenges to consider. One of the main challenges is the timeline of mass tort litigation. Exposures, injuries, and the discovery of injuries can span over multiple decades, during which companies may come and go, declare bankruptcy, or be bought and sold. Additionally, people may be exposed to new elements or conditions in their … Read more

The Moral Complexities of Patient Autonomy: Examining the Ethical Dilemma in End-of-Life Treatment for Mental Illness and Death Row Cases

by

Austin, Texas – Mental health providers face an ethical dilemma when their patients express a desire to forego treatment and enter palliative care. The issue was explored in an article published in The New York Times Magazine, which profiled Naomi, a woman afflicted by anorexia nervosa and who has had no success with traditional interventions. While Naomi is deemed competent to make decisions about her care, the question arises of whether different rules should apply to mentally ill individuals compared to those with physical illnesses. The article highlights the complexity of this moral dilemma without … Read more