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UGA Law Professor Unveils Groundbreaking Database and Book Exposing Flaws in Multidistrict Litigation Justice

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Athens, Georgia – Elizabeth Chamblee Burch, a professor at the University of Georgia School of Law, has released her latest book, Mass Tort Deals: Backroom Bargaining in Multidistrict Litigation. This comprehensive work draws on extensive empirical research and data related to multidistrict litigation, revealing a concerning trend: the judicial system’s lack of checks and balances often favors everyone except the plaintiffs involved. To complement the book’s publication, Burch has collaborated with the university’s technology department to create a publicly accessible database that enables users to delve deeper into the realm of multidistrict litigation. This database, … Read more

Former UGA Recruiting Staffer Reaches Settlement with University Athletics After Surviving Tragic Accident

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Athens, Georgia — In a legal resolution that underscores the challenges of road safety for university staff, a former University of Georgia recruiting staffer has settled a lawsuit involving the school’s Athletic Association following a devastating car accident that occurred in January 2021. The crash tragically resulted in the death of one colleague and left the staffer with severe injuries. The lawsuit was settled for an undisclosed amount after two years of legal proceedings, closing a chapter on an event that sent ripples through the university community and beyond. This resolution comes after a period … Read more