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"Class Action Park"

Why “Class Action Park” is a bit of a misnomer

by The Econ Extra Credit Team
Aug 25, 2022
Econ Extra Credit newsletter #115
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"Class Action Park"

How high's the bar when it comes to suing an amusement park?

by David Brancaccio and Erika Soderstrom
Aug 25, 2022
How much wiggle room does the law give us to make dumb decisions and still seek compensation?
How foolishly can one act and still be entitled to some compensation in the event something goes wrong?
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"Class Action Park"

How a dangerous water park became the subject of a law course

by David Brancaccio and Erika Soderstrom
Aug 18, 2022
OK class, it’s time to learn about Action Park.
The documentary "Class Action Park" tells the story of Action Park, which was a water park that became a staple of New Jersey life in the 80s and 90s and gained a notorious reputation for numerous injuries and even fatalities that occurred there.
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"Class Action Park"

David’s thoughts on "Class Action Park"

by David Brancaccio
Aug 12, 2022
Econ Extra Credit newsletter #114
Action Park was a big hit in New Jersey back in the 1980s and ’90s. But while many visit theme parks for the thrill, the possibility of danger at Action Park was very real. The park saw countless injuries and several deaths.
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