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Sep 2021
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103: WORTH: Ken Feinberg & Camille Biros

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James and Al examine the legacy of September 11th by welcoming the Special Master of the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund, Ken Feinberg, and his law partner Camille Biros.  Portrayed in the Netflix hit movie “Worth” by Amy Ryan and Michael Keaton Overcoming the daunting challenge of making sure the families received the right and just compensation.  What did it take?  And is something like it even possible today?

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Ken Feinberg:
Website | Netflix’s “Worth” | Author

Camille Biros:
Website | Netflix’s “Worth” 

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