Thomas J. Henry PLLC, the large Texas-based personal injury firm, has emphatically denied allegations of discrimination against a former employee. These allegations, brought forward by the former employee, revolve around a claim that she was demoted due to experiencing sexual assault by the firm’s CEO. The former office manager, Clarissa Spear, has accused the CEO…
Washington’s high court has declined to hear a challenge by a personal injury lawyer against his former firm’s fee-splitting agreement. The decision allows a state appellate court’s ruling to stand, confirming the contract’s “clear and unequivocal language” obliging him to distribute half of the fees he received from the firm’s past clients following his exit…
Paul Trahan, a seasoned litigator with a focus on complex commercial matters, has been promoted to partner-in-charge at Norton Rose Fulbright’s Austin, Texas, office, according to a firm announcement made on Monday. In his practice, Trahan handles a broad range of business disputes and advises clients on bankruptcy issues and grave personal injury claims. He…
In a noteworthy outcome, a Philadelphia jury has awarded a $6.1 million verdict to a worker severely injured on the job, rebuffing the plaintiff’s initial ‘nuclear’ settlement demand which, according to the attorneys involved, ranged between $51 and $101 million. However, the specifics of the incident leading to the lawsuit and the courtroom proceedings remain…
In a poignant reflection of courage and grit, noted workers’ compensation attorney Travis Jablonski narrates his daunting struggle with terminal cancer. With a fighting spirit, he stated, “I’ve never died before. I don’t know how to do it — and I’d like to do it well.” While the consistent focus on his legal profession has…
The U.S. Supreme Court has consented to review an appeal by manufacturers of a CBD hemp oil product facing triple damages in a consumer lawsuit. The case was brought forward by an individual claiming the said product caused him to fail a drug test, resulting in him losing his job. The apex court, in its…
On April 29, 2024, around 400 leading lawyers from across the Middle East’s legal industry convened in Dubai for the much-anticipated Middle East Legal Awards. Revealing a vibrant and ever-evolving legal scene in the region, these awards brought together some of the most influential and innovative legal professionals. Unfortunately, the full details of the event…
A Houston-based personal injury attorney and his former office manager have recently been indicted due to their alleged involvement in a fraudulent scheme that cost clients an estimated $2.4 million. According to a statement by the U.S. Justice Department (DOJ), Clyde J. Moore, the legal professional in question, and former office manager Mark A. Broussard…
The increasing proliferation of personal injury lawyer billboards throughout Los Angeles is raising eyebrows. Boosted by cheap rates and an advent of new ad opportunities during the pandemic, these billboards have become a primary advertising medium for law firms. Traditionally, personal injury attorneys have been regular advertisers on billboards and the recent burst of such…
Mabry & McClelland, a litigation law firm based in Atlanta that has spent six decades defending corporations in high-profile personal injury lawsuits, has closed. The dissolution of the firm has been followed by the dispersion of its key partners to different law avenues and larger firms. This development came earlier this month when the leading…
Fraud investigators from Denver Human Services are seeking legal intervention to compel the personal injury firm, Ramos Law, to submit employment records for one of its case managers. The investigators have made this move in the backdrop of allegations that the firm hasn’t yet complied with subpoenas related to the production of these records. The…
A woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, was tragically killed in a shooting incident, alongside her husband, widely recognized Las Vegas personal injury lawyer, Dennis Prince. The woman’s death comes amidst a tumultuous custody dispute with her former partner over their two young children. Commenting on the grim situation, the victim’s parents divulged that their daughter…
While the notion of a “client journey” finds its roots in the realm of retail, it’s far from alien to legal practitioners amidst their ongoing pursuits for client satisfaction and firm performance. Many, however, may often underestimate when this journey commences or conclude too early. According to Lawson Rules’s Matthew DeFrain, a legal “client journey”…
Erin Ehlert has recently been taken on as a partner in Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner’s (BCLP) litigation and investigations department in Seattle, according to a statement released by the firm. Ehlert boasts a formidable portfolio. Her experience spans an array of legal areas including product liability, tort cases, defending municipalities in personal injury and use…
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) has announced a tentative settlement of $600 million in a class-action lawsuit resulting from the February 2023 freight train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. The settlement was described as aimed at providing “finality and flexibility for the class members”, allowing them the freedom to utilise their compensation to deal with potential…
In the peaceful Las Vegas suburb of Summerlin, an unthinkable tragedy unfolded during a deposition in a child custody case. The incident, involving a fatal shooting, claimed the lives of a prominent local lawyer, his wife, and the opposing attorney. Las Vegas personal injury lawyer Dennis Prince and his spouse, Ashley Prince, were the victims…
Earlier this week, a tragic incident took place in Las Vegas involving prominent personal injury trial lawyer, Dennis Prince, his wife and an unnamed attorney. The episode unfolded at the Prince Law Group’s office during a deposition related to a child custody battle, circumstances that have left the legal community shocked. According to various reports…
US Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and US Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) jointly announced on Sunday a plan for draft legislation aimed at setting a national standard for data privacy and security. The legislation, known as the American Privacy Rights Act, aims to provide a widespread, federal approach to data regulation rather than allowing the…
In recent legal personnel news, leading law firms Allen & Overy (A&O), Shearman & Sterling and Latham & Watkins have made significant leadership appointments in their Paris offices. Additionally, a Shearman partner, with almost 12 years of service, has transitioned to Ashurst in Paris, joining the latest cadre of attorneys exiting the firm amid merger…
In significant legal news this week, another talc trial is set to open in Florida, while multinational conglomerate 3M receives final approval for its PFAS settlement. These key issues bear immense legal weight on large corporations and their legal counsel, as they grapple with unfolding developments impacting their industries. Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad’s region-wide coverage emphasizes…
Global law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills has played a strategic role in advising lenders on a significant water pipeline project in Saudi Arabia. The specifics of the project remain behind a paywall, however it is clear that Freehills’ experience and global reach were key for the successful handling of this project. In a related development,…
As the evolution of digital landscapes continue, the role of pillar pages in content strategy intensifies. Often covering a broad and specific topic, pillar pages are surrounded by related content linked through internal links, forming what is commonly referred to as a ‘topic cluster’. This architecture, guided by advancements in search behaviors and adaptive methodologies…
Law practice management software has indisputably become a primary technology tool for every law firm today. Yet the software landscape offers not just generic solutions, but also specific case management softwares purpose-built for certain practice areas. In a quest to uncover more on this subject, Chad Sands from CloudLex, an exemplary case management software designed…
In a recent disbarment order, it was stated that an overwhelmed lawyer missed a crucial deadline and then resorted to faking an email to conceal her mistake. The lawyer, who reportedly was grappling with an excessive caseload, has now been disbarred due to this unethical act. The lawyer was handling a personal injury case when…
In a unique approach to legal practice, Chicago lawyers Allyson West and Kelly Olivier have established a distinctive practice group with a core focus on female clients and their allies. This decision reflects a broader movement towards gender-specialized legal assistance, echoing sentiments and strategies seen globally. West and Olivier’s practice, Themis Legal, aims to cater…