Valuation trends, mass tort liabilities

Kelly Bowden-Conlin, Managing Director at Duff & Phelps, dives into the complexities of mass tort liabilities and asset management. She discusses how the pandemic has shifted bankruptcy trends, especially in vulnerable industries like airlines and retail. Kelly highlights the intersection of mass torts and bankruptcy courts, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms. Additionally, she sheds light on the challenges of accurately estimating environmental liabilities and the impact of COVID-19 on asset valuation practices.