2010 Annual Judicial Symposium

WAITLIST

At this time, the Symposium has reached capacity. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist for the Symposium, please contact NFJE direct at 312.698.6280.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Sixth Annual Judicial Symposium, The Law of Nuisance: Bother, Bore, or Basis for Broad Causes of Action?, will be held July 16-17, 2010 at the Swissotel Chicago.

Let us assume for the sake of argument that: the earth is warming and destroying our health and environment; the prevalence of firearms blights our society and endangers our commerce; lead paint is endemic and kills and sickens children. Is a legal theory that is intended to deal with "that which annoys and disturbs one in the possession of his property" (Ohio) the proper jurisprudence to be applied to these types of claims? Is a body of law historically applied to deal with wrongs that cause "annoyance, inconvenience, discomfort, or hurt" (Arizona) appropriately applied to matters that are the subject of significant public policy debate and economic consequence? How far has the law of nuisance moved beyond the question of a fence-line or shared wall? How far should it?

The common law of public nuisance is increasingly used in an effort to obtain recovery for mass torts. This raises numerous issues of judicial theory, parens patriae, ethics, and practicality. As the law surrounding these novel theories develops it will, as so much law does, evolve in the state appellate courts.

Join NFJE as we explore the reach and limits of the law of public nuisance and examine the constitutional and ethical aspects of mass tort litigation. Additionally, at the request of previous judicial attendees, there will be a presentation from a renowned authority on judicial writing.

This program is open to all state appellate and state supreme court judges. Attendance is limited; registration is first-come, first-served. Contact the NFJE with any questions.

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COURSE MATERIALS

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CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT

NFJE will apply for CLE/CJE credits in applicable states. Detailed information will be posted closer to the symposium.

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