Diving Deep into Justice Thomas’s Dissent: The Impact on Mass Torts and Multidistrict Litigation
Washington, D.C. – The world of mass torts and multidistrict litigation often operates quietly behind the more sensational headlines, yet it significantly impacts American jurisprudence and the lives of countless individuals. These mechanisms are designed to manage large-scale litigation efficiently, where many individuals allege similar harms caused by the same source. Recently, the principles upending these legal procedures were highlighted in Justice Clarence Thomas’s dissent in a particular Supreme Court decision, casting a significant spotlight on the ongoing debate regarding the use of collateral estoppel in multidistrict litigation. Justice Thomas’s dissent critically examined the notion … Read more