N.Y. Court Allows In Camera Review of Internal Documents Relating to Asbestos Studies Funded by Georgia-Pacific

NEW YORK –– A New York appellate court has affirmed a ruling allowing a special master to conduct an in camera review of internal attorney-client and work-product documents relating to studies funded by asbestos defendant Georgia-Pacific.

In the June 6 ruling, the 1st Department of the Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court agreed with the trial court that it was “of concern” that Georgia-Pacific was not only involved in the studies, but also that the company issued disclosures denying the participation.

As such, the appellate court found no error with the recommendation that Georgia-Pacific produce all documents and …