Prof. Barbara Barron to Lead the New Perry Weitz Mass Tort Institute at Hofstra Law
Hempstead, NY – Hofstra University Law School has announced the appointment of Prof. Barbara Barron as the Executive Director of the newly established Perry Weitz Mass Tort Institute. This initiative is set to significantly enrich the academic landscape through a focused exploration of mass tort litigation, an area of law that deals with civil actions involving numerous plaintiffs against one or a few corporate defendants. The Mass Tort Institute, named after alumnus Perry Weitz, a notable figure in mass tort litigation, aims to foster a deeper understanding among students and professionals about the complexities and … Read more