Quarles & Brady has recently expanded its litigation practice with the addition of Michael Charles Brown as a partner in its Phoenix office. Brown, who specializes in construction and real estate litigation, brings his extensive experience in advising and representing owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers through all phases of public and private construction…
The Toronto housing market continues to grapple with a significant imbalance between demand and housing starts, as highlighted by a recent report from the Building and Land Development Association (BILD). According to the report, the Greater Toronto Area has observed a drastic decline in housing start applications, dropping from 2,428 in 2021 to just 1,225…
Cards Against Humanity LLC has initiated legal proceedings against SpaceX, alleging that the space exploration company’s contractors engaged in unauthorized activities on their property. The allegations claim that SpaceX contractors cleared the site of vegetation, compacted the soil with gravel or other paving materials, and utilized the land to park vehicles and store construction supplies….
DRC Prisoner Release The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) released 1,685 mostly ill inmates from the country’s largest prison on Sunday amid ongoing efforts to reduce overcrowding at the facility. The release from Makala Central Prison was announced by Minister of Justice Constant Mutamba to local media, which reported that the sick inmates were…
Derrick Carson has joined Pillsbury as a partner in their Houston office, the firm announced Monday. Carson’s expertise lies in representing clients in complex energy and construction disputes, with a particular focus on midstream infrastructure projects and renewable energy sources. His portfolio includes the development of oil and gas fields, biofuels, windfarm projects, and other…
In a strategic move to bolster its project development and finance practice, Latham & Watkins has announced the recruitment of Jonathan Katz as a partner in their Houston office. Katz, who previously served at King & Spalding, brings extensive experience in representing owners and developers in the drafting and negotiation of engineering, procurement, and construction…
Cards Against Humanity has initiated legal action against SpaceX, claiming that the aerospace firm illegally occupied a parcel of land on the US-Mexico border that the game company purchased in 2017. The suit, filed on Wednesday in Cameron County District Court, accuses SpaceX and its contractors of usurping the property without permission. According to Ars…
In a recent development, Greenberg Traurig has expanded its international arbitration practice in London by adding three new shareholders. The announcement was made on Friday by the firm, which welcomed Jason Hambury, Gurmukh Riyat, and Clea Bigelow-Nuttall to its team. Jason Hambury’s expertise lies in international arbitration, litigation, and strategic project advice across various sectors…
In a strategic expansion of its litigation practice, Greenspoon Marder announced the addition of Philippe Zimmerman as a partner, covering its New York and New Jersey offices. Zimmerman, known for his extensive experience and representation of clients in various sectors including financial services, advertising, technology, and real estate, will further bolster the firm’s capabilities. His…
In a recent strategic maneuver to bolster its insurance recovery and advisory practice, Pillsbury has added Jeff Kiburtz as a partner in its Los Angeles office. According to the firm’s announcement on Tuesday, Kiburtz is set to enhance the firm’s capabilities in managing policyholder insurance and indemnification cases. Jeff Kiburtz has a robust background in…
Article In a recent announcement, Skanska has disclosed that its top attorney is set to leave the company. The departure marks a significant change for the Stockholm-based construction and development giant, as it embarks on the search for a new General Counsel. For more detailed information, you may refer to the original article published by…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has criticized Libya’s authorities for failing to sufficiently support the victims of last year’s catastrophic floods in Derna. According to HRW, the aftermath of the disaster has resulted in a significant lack of compensation and rebuilding efforts, leaving essential infrastructure unbuilt and thousands of displaced residents unable to return to their…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) recently published a detailed report addressing the influx of foreign-made weapons to warring parties in Sudan. This report, titled “Fanning the Flames,” is the culmination of a comprehensive analysis of photographs, videos, and satellite imagery. It identifies the use of armed drones, rocket launchers, and anti-tank missiles, which have reportedly been…
This past week in corporate legal news saw significant developments that may impact the obligations and strategies of general counsels. One of the noteworthy headlines centers around a $59 million malpractice lawsuit filed by a contracting company against the law firm Troutman Pepper. The contracting company alleges that Troutman Pepper and a partner within its…
President Joe Biden’s administration is set to implement measures reinforcing pro-union policies by leveraging federal infrastructure funds. Biden is expected to sign an executive order requiring federal agencies to prioritize companies that engage actively with unions and offer substantial benefits and competitive wages. This directive will apply to allocations from major legislative packages including the…
Holcim, the Swiss construction materials multinational, has announced the promotion of Lukas Studer, its corporate and M&A general counsel, to the role of group general counsel. Studer will succeed Mathias Gaertner, who has accepted a position as group legal chief at ABB. Gaertner, who joined ABB last October, will remain with Holcim until November 1…
Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders is contending with a $59 million malpractice lawsuit filed by former client Judlau Contracting, a New York-based construction firm. The legal action, initiated in the New York State Supreme Court, attributes the alleged malpractice to both the firm and its partner, Frank Cara. Troutman and Cara are accused of “textbook malpractice”…
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) interior minister Jacquemain Shabani Lukoo Bihango announced on Tuesday that an attempt to escape from Makala Central Prison resulted in the deaths of 129 individuals. According to the minister, 24 individuals were killed by gunfire after allegedly failing to heed warnings, while the remaining fatalities were caused by jostling…
The Texas Business Court, created to handle complex business litigation in the state, received its first cases on Tuesday. The court aims to streamline the handling of commercial disputes, potentially providing a more specialized venue for business-related legal issues. Early cases involve contentious construction disputes, indicating the types of issues the court will address moving…
Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. The Harris-Walz campaign has hired former Sidley Austin associate and Department of Homeland Security official Brenda Abdelall to lead outreach to Arab American voters, who hold sway in key swing states like Michigan. The…
Brendan Bradley has rejoined Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) as a partner in the firm’s construction practice group based in San Francisco, the firm announced Thursday. Bradley’s practice covers a wide array of litigation matters including defective construction, delay, disruption, inefficiency, professional negligence, and other complex issues related to breach of contract and corporate governance….
Russia’s Investigative Committee has initiated a fraud case against former Deputy Defense Minister Pavel Popov. Concurrently, the Garrison Military Court ordered that Popov remain in custody until October 29, following a ruling by Judge Andrey Tolkachevo (link). According to Svetlana Petrenko, a representative of the Investigative Committee, Popov, who oversaw the military-themed Patriot Park from…
A trio of top firms have been enlisted to provide counsel for a major acquisition in Singapore. U.S. private equity firm Warburg Pincus and Australian construction company Lendlease are collaborating to purchase a portfolio of industrial assets valued at $1.2 billion. The legal advisory panel includes Big Four Singapore firm Allen & Gledhill, Latham &…
“`html In a significant development, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has filed a $140 million lawsuit accusing China Construction Bank Corp. of facilitating a large-scale fraud. According to the lawsuit, the bank and related entities played a crucial role by issuing the “lion’s share” of phony letters of credit that were pivotal in Israeli fintech…
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has filed a $140 million lawsuit accusing China Construction Bank Corp., one of China’s largest commercial lenders, of acting as the “lifeline” behind Israeli fintech Vesttoo’s alleged multibillion-dollar fraud. The case, filed in Manhattan Supreme Court, alleges that the “lion’s share” of the fraudulent letters of credit came from China…