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…
The Supreme Court commenced oral arguments on Tuesday in an ongoing dispute with far-reaching consequences for thousands of tort victims and hundreds of millions of dollars in proposed settlements spread across numerous cases. The primary case under the lens, Truck Insurance Exchange v. Kaiser Gypsum Co., will scrutinize whether insurers hold a substantial enough stake…
Attorneys Robert Sanzo of Litchfield Cavo and Jacqueline Promislo of Cozen O’Connor recently faced scathing criticism from Eastern District of Pennsylvania Judge Chad F. Kenney for their conduct in a case. The two lawyers were reprimanded for behavior that was deemed to display “bad faith” and a “profound defection from the standard litigation process.” The…
On Friday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit dismissed claims that were brought forth by a couple who sustained injuries during a terrorist attack carried out by a Hamas member in 2015. The attack involved a car that was driven deliberately into a crowd at a Jerusalem bus stop, but…
In a recent development, a Colorado judge has ruled in favor of a former attorney engaged in a complex legal dispute with her ex-employer, a prominent personal injury firm. The firm had previously filed a lawsuit against the former attorney, accusing her of intentionally trying to sidestep a prior judgment. The attorney, in response, filed…
In a recent Q&A session, Daniel S. Jo, a partner at Silver Golub & Teitell law firm, shares significant insights about his journey to becoming a partner. Drawing from his extensive law experience, Jo highlights the grave mistake frequently made by attorneys of prioritising career advancement over hard work. He suggests that such an approach…
A new product designed to address a perennial issue for law firms – the loss of profits due to failure to track and invoice all reimbursable client expenses – has been unveiled by AffiniPay. The new solution, a first in the market, is the result of a collaboration between LawPay and MyCase, two subsidiaries of…
In his recently published guide, “Top 5 Things Carriers Are Looking For in Demands”, Colin E. Brett, Esq., makes available insider knowledge and tactics used by insurance claim adjusters in personal injury cases. This guide promises to be a noteworthy resource for legal practitioners interested in more effective and timely settlements. Brett’s guide offers an…
In a striking story out of Texas that starkly juxtaposes with the state’s stringent abortion laws, personal injury attorney Mason Herring received a relatively light sentence for his crimes. Herring was revealed to have been repeatedly slipping an abortion drug into his pregnant wife’s beverage without her knowledge. In a case dating back to 2022,…
High-profile Houston trial lawyer, Will Moye, notable for his defense of prominent clients including the Houston Astros, Chevron, and Ford Motor Co., has made the decision to get on another side of the legal battlefield. In a recent announcement, Moye revealed that he is launching his own firm with the intent of representing plaintiffs who…
In a recent legal development, the Colorado Supreme Court held that a county isn’t immune from liability in a slip-and-fall case that occurred in a court parking lot. The case involved a dangerous condition – an optical illusion created by the surface coloring of the parking lot – which led to an individual’s accident. The…