The Daily A Novel Legal Strategy for Mass Shooting Victims’ Families
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Jun 18, 2024 J. David Goodman, the Houston bureau chief for The New York Times, delves into groundbreaking lawsuits filed by the families of Uvalde shooting victims. He discusses the novel legal strategies targeting corporations like Meta and Activision, examining their roles in shaping gun culture and youth engagement. The conversation highlights the contentious link between video games and real-world violence, and sheds light on how marketing tactics utilized by gun manufacturers on social media may influence tragic outcomes. Goodman emphasizes the need for accountability in this complex landscape.
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Koskoff's Entry to Gun Litigation
- Josh Koskoff, a medical malpractice attorney, got involved in the Sandy Hook case by chance.
- A cab driver connected him with a victim's family needing legal assistance.
Discovering PLCAA
- Koskoff discovered the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) while investigating the Sandy Hook case.
- This law shields gun manufacturers from lawsuits related to their products' misuse.
Exploiting a PLCAA Exception
- In the Sandy Hook case, Koskoff exploited a PLCAA exception by arguing Remington's marketing violated Connecticut consumer law.
- This tactic allowed the lawsuit to proceed, marking a significant achievement.