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Tesla Patent Battle, Genesis’ Contract Dispute, and Entain’s Acquisition Clash: This Week in UK Litigation

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

The past week’s legal proceedings in London have seen electric automobile manufacturer Tesla embarking on patent proceedings against InterDigital, a leader in technology innovations. This development marks another chapter in the ongoing interactions between tech enterprises and major automakers, a trend that underscores the crossover in technological and automotive fields. Shifting from technology to music…

Jurist

Texas Judge Permits Abortion Access for Woman Facing Fetal Trisomy 18 Amid State Bans

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In a noteworthy development in Texas law, a Judge has granted a temporary restraining order allowing a pregnant woman access to abortion care, despite the state’s stringent abortion bans. The petitioner, Kate Cox, discovered that her unborn child was afflicted with a fatal chromosomal condition known as Trisomy 18, prompting her, her physician Dr. Karsan,…

Law.com

Law Associates Confront New Challenges in Balancing Social Media Stardom and Professional Reputations

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In an age where spontaneity can translate into viral fame, a number of law firm associates are navigating the complex world of social media stardom. The startling rise to fame and its subsequent management have become a unique challenge for these professionals. Take, for instance, the case of an associate at a midsize civil litigation…

Above the Law

Law Firms Anticipate Transactional Practice Rebound Amid Raised Pay

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In an interesting turn of events, transactional practices within law firms are witnessing a resurgence, seemingly in time to afford the recent spike in pay raises, as indicated by this American Lawyer piece. Simultaneously, the Wall Street Journal employed the term “slower economy” to describe a quarter that experienced a 5 percent growth. This perspective,…

Law.com

Law Firm Business Development: Unlocking Success with a Multidimensional Nurture System

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In the dynamic and complex landscape of law, legal professionals are constantly navigating a multitude of tasks and responsibilities. One essential aspect of this professional sphere that often doesn’t receive as much spotlight yet plays a critical role in a lawyer’s career is business development. The very premise of business development in law is centered…

Bloomberg Law

Former J&J Lawyer Proposes $19 Billion Settlement in Talc-Cancer Case

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In the latest development of the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) talc-cancer case saga, a former lawyer for the company has proposed a $19 billion settlement offer to resolve the ongoing litigation. This steep offer far surpasses J&J’s original bid, standing at almost double the figure proposed by the company in two unsuccessful ventures through bankruptcy…

Bloomberg Law

CS Disco Battles Anticipated Class Action amid Allegations and Executive Turnover

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

CS Disco Inc. enlisted the assistance of Cooley to defend themselves against an anticipated class action lawsuit triggered by the departure of Kiwi Camara, the company’s co-founder, and former CEO. Mr. Kiwi, who maintains the distinction of being the youngest-ever graduate of Harvard Law School, left the company under a cloud of allegations about his…

Bloomberg Law

Pharmaceutical Sector Braces for Antitrust Litigation Surge Amid Regulatory Shift

Pieter Gunst3 years ago05 mins

The pharmaceutical sector is bracing for a rise in antitrust litigation, following a shift in US regulators’ approach that now prioritizes clarifying the law over successfully blocking deals. Under the chairmanship of Lina Khan, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has demonstrated a greater willingness to proceed with lawsuits, aiming to set precedents defining anticompetitive conduct….

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Haggis’ $10 Million Civil Rape Judgement: Ex-Wife Rennard in Focus as Litigation Continues

Pieter Gunst3 years ago01 mins

Over a year has passed since a Manhattan jury handed down a $10 million civil rape judgment against renowned filmmaker Paul Haggis. Despite the elapsed time, plaintiff’s firm Emery Celli Brinckerhoff Abady Ward & Maazel, alongside Proman Law, remain in the process of collecting the significant judgement. The crux of the ongoing litigation seems to…

Bloomberg Law

Trailblazing Consolidated Lawsuit Sets Precedent for Future Data Breach Litigation

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

A trailblazing consolidated lawsuit involving hundreds of attorneys is being shaped to litigate the largest system hack witnessed this year – a case with potential to influence the way lawyers and judges approach and manage such collective class actions in the future. As a result of the vast MOVEit data breach, over 240 federal cases…

Law.com

Oral Decongestant Lawsuits Consolidate: Over 80 Cases Head to Eastern District of New York

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Over 80 lawsuits relating to allegedly ineffective oral decongestants, such as Sudafed PE and Tylenol Cold & Flu, are now set to be presided over by U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan in Brooklyn, New York. The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation announced the consolidation of these cases on Wednesday. The lawsuits have targeted numerous…

The American Lawyer

KPMG UK General Counsel Steps Down Following Carillion Dispute Resolution

Pieter Gunst3 years ago01 mins

Jeremy Barton, the U.K. General Counsel for KPMG, one of the Four Big accounting firms, recently announced his decision to step down from his position. Barton has played a lead role in the organization’s legal team for the past eight years. His decision to depart comes largely as a result of the firm closing a…

Bloomberg Law

AI Revolution in Patent Litigation: Efficiency and Accuracy Soar

Pieter Gunst3 years ago05 mins

The potential of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to revolutionize patent litigation has gradually come to light. These cutting-edge resources could vastly improve the way patent litigators perform their job, from streamlining research to enhancing analysis and improving overall efficiency. In patent litigation, intellectual property rights are defended by asserting patents or disputing the validity of…

Law.com

$17.6 Million Verdict in Monmouth County: Drug-Impaired Trucker’s Multi-Vehicle Crash Results in Record-Breaking Judgment

Pieter Gunst3 years ago04 mins

A jury in Monmouth County has levied a $17.6 million verdict in favor of a man severely injured in a multi-vehicle accident involving a drug-impaired 18-wheeler driver. The record-breaking judgement includes $6.5 million in compensatory damages and a further $11.15 million in punitive damages. This final judgement follows a separate $6.85 million settlement last year…

Law.com

Law Firm Leadership Outlook Shifts: Legal Industry Braces for Potential Challenges in 2024

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

As we head into 2024, a recent survey reveals that law firm leaders may not be as optimistic as they were at the beginning of the previous year, signaling potential challenges ahead for the legal industry. The report suggests this change in sentiment has been noted even before certain law firms began to introduce associate…

Law.com

Goldberg Segalla Expands Workers’ Compensation Group with New Associates

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Law firm Goldberg Segalla has recently expanded its team by welcoming two new associates to their workers’ compensation group. Valerie Mayzelshteyn will be stationed at their Princeton office, while Peter Popkowski will join their Newark team. Previously associated with the firm of Irene Shor, Valerie Mayzelshteyn specializes in workers’ compensation defense. Her professional portfolio includes…

Law.com

Johnson & Johnson Seeks Disqualification of Beasley Allen in Talc Litigation Over Controversial Partnership

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Johnson & Johnson has initiated a move to disqualify plaintiffs attorney Andy Birchfield and his firm, Beasley Allen, from participating in the multidistrict litigation concerning talcum powder. This action has been prompted by a partnership Birchfield and his firm formed with James Conlan, one of Johnson & Johnson’s former lawyers. Conlan, who used to be…

Law.com

Navigating Shifting Juror Attitudes: Challenges and Opportunities for Defense Attorneys

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In light of recent trends showing an increase in substantial damages awards in plaintiff verdicts, leaders at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe have undertaken a research project to investigate juror attitudes across the country. Driven by a quest for understanding the dynamics of courtrooms in these polarizing times, Meghan Kelly and Bill Oxley, co-leaders of Orrick’s…

Law.com

Elite Litigation Boutiques Compete for Top Talent with Raised Salary and Bonus Scales

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of the legal industry, several elite litigation boutiques are starting to adopt a trend seen among large law firms. They are competing for top law students, matching or surpassing market salary and bonus scales for their associates. The scales they follow have been set by Cravath Swaine & Moore,…

Law360

Commercial Contracts Litigation Rebounds After Decade-Low Trend in Pandemic Era

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

The commercial contracts legal landscape experienced an unexpected shift amid the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a recent report, litigation in this domain significantly decelerated, resulting in last year’s case filings plummeting to a ten-year low. Despite this downturn, an upturn emerged in 2023. This upsurgence followed an intense but transient increase in…

Law360

BigLaw Firm Baker Donelson Accused of Enabling Ponzi Scheme: Implications and Controversy

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In a recent legal announcement, Baker Donelson, a widely recognized BigLaw firm, is in the midst of a controversy following a lawsuit filed by a federal receiver. The BigLaw firm stands accused of enabling a Ponzi scheme to progress in its Jackson, Mississippi office. The specifics of the accusations are currently unclear and there may…

Law360

Proskauer Rose Chair Steven Ellis Announces Departure Due to Health Concerns

Pieter Gunst3 years ago01 mins

Proskauer Rose LLP’s Chair, Steven Ellis, is poised to leave his position in April 2024 due to unforeseen health-related issues, according to a development confirmed by the law firm to Law360 Pulse. Ellis, who has been steering the firm for nearly three years, offered no additional details about his health concerns. His anticipated departure may…

Bloomberg Law

Muhammad U. Faridi Nominated: Path to Becoming NYC Bar Association’s First Muslim American President

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

On December 6, 2023, news broke that the New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) had nominated its potential next president, Muhammad U. Faridi, a partner at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. With this nomination, Faridi is potentially in line to become the first Muslim American to preside over the NYCBA, upon election at the…

Above the Law

Unlocking the Secrets to Successful Insurance Settlements: A Guide for Personal Injury Lawyers

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

There is a new guide making waves in the legal community, “Top 5 Things Carriers Are Looking For in Demands”, authored by Colin E. Brett, Esq. The handbook sheds light on insurance claim adjusters’ tactics, offering key strategies to personal injury lawyers who want to improve their case settlement efficiency. Brett, a seasoned expert in…

Law.com

Roundup Faces Legal Peril as Fifth Consecutive $3.5M Verdict Favors Plaintiffs

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

An ongoing litigation saga surrounding Roundup, a popular weed killer, has seen another successful verdict for plaintiffs. In a recent Philadelphia trial, a jury awarded $3.5 million to the plaintiffs, marking the fifth consecutive win against Roundup in the past month and a half. This continuous string of favorable outcomes for Roundup plaintiffs is of…