Katy E. Koski

1 month ago | mondaq.com | Jared Pliner |James Matthews |Katy E. Koski

Resolving a deep split among federal circuit courts, the U.S.Supreme Court has broadened plaintiffs' ability to sue underthe Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) foreconomic loss stemming from personal injury. The decision stands topermit plaintiffs to bring federal claims — particularlyagainst generic drug and medical device manufacturers —utilizing an avenue many courts previously believed wasforeclosed.