General Electric avoids class action from Japanese homeowners and businesses affected by the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster
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GE ducks lawsuit over Fukushima disaster https://www.reuters.com/article/generalelectric-fukushima-lawsuit/ge-ducks-lawsuit-over-fukushima-disaster-idUSL1N21R1REDena Aubin, 10 Apr 19A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a proposed class action against General Electric Co by Japanese homeowners and businesses affected by the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, ruling that Japan is a better forum for the lawsuit.
In a decision on Monday, U.S. District Judge Patti Saris said a trial in the United States would burden the court, raise complex questions about nuclear plant design in Japan and require the translation of reams of documents into English. To read the full story on WestlawNext Practitioner Insights, click here: bit.ly/2KxaQxQ
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