In a crucial judgment, an insurance provider has been granted summary judgment based on an “Aircraft Liability Exclusion” within its policy. The case, Travelers Prop. Cas. Co. of Am. v. H.E. Sutton Forwarding Co., LLC, No. 2:21-CV-719-JES-KCD, 2023 WL 5486746 (M.D. Fla. Aug. 24, 2023), revolved around a petition by Travelers, who sought a declaration…
High-profile lawsuits are being pursued against L’Oréal and similar hair product companies, fueled by allegations of the companies selling hazardous chemical hair straighteners. Recent research indicates that women who ‘frequently’ use these products – defined as four or more times annually – face a 2.5-fold increase in the risk of developing uterine cancer. In response…
The recent decision made by the Michigan Court of Appeals in Bronson Health Care v. Esurance Property and Casualty Insurance Company has significant implications for both pending claims in Michigan and how insurance carrier underwriting departments should manage policy renewals. Central to the case was evidentiary support confirming an insured party’s electronic signature (e-signature). This…
Substances known as PFAS have been the subject of continuous and evolving legal scrutiny from state and federal jurisdictions since 2019. Amid a trend of increasing and diversifying litigation, the end of Q3 2023 shows further legal developments around PFAS with discernible complexities emerging when it comes to the claims and parties involved. This information…
Hundreds of personal injury lawsuits alleging that social media platforms have spurred a youth mental health crises are poised to face their first significant legal hurdle. Defendants in the lawsuits include Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube. The suits rest on whether the claims of addictive algorithms can circumvent the legal shield of the tech…
It’s no longer be just tittle-tattle at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer that the Magic Circle firm aims to be counted as a “top player” in the US legal market. The firm’s aggressive expansion into Silicon Valley and conquering of the New York legal landscape has certainly turned quite a few heads among both internal and external…
Global cruise company Carnival has lost a significant COVID-19 related class action lawsuit in Australia. The case alleged that Carnival demonstrated negligence in its duty of care to passengers during a cruise that resulted in a significant COVID-19 outbreak. Federal Court of Australia Justice Angus Stewart ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, affirming that Carnival…
Experienced in-house attorney Hilary Fox and plaintiffs lawyer Nathan H. Bjerke have shared insight into the practice of following a strategic method to cross-examine an opponent’s expert witness. Even though the two professionals are on different sides of personal injury cases, they both advocate beginning your process with a well-drafted closing argument. Fox, currently serving…
The legal practice management platform Filevine has just launched an enhancement to its Lead Docket lead intake tool, a feature which utilises artificial intelligence to summarise the crucial details of incoming leads. Furthermore, this feature can also be used to predict which leads are the best matches for a law firm and which ones would…
In recent legal news, an intriguing question has been posed: Whether an insured’s mental incapacity or insanity could transform non-accidental conduct into an accident. This query comes amidst discussions on the backbone of insurance law – the notion of fortuity. The California Insurance Code § 22 defines the essence of fortuity in insurance as one…
In the realm of corporate legal news, a noteworthy personal injury complaint has emerged wherein the famous American company, Walgreens, is under scrutiny. The allegations, first unearthed by Law.com Radar, suggest that the corporation filled a prescription at ten times the prescribed dosage strength. This matter is undeniably significant as it brings into question the…
In the evolving landscape of legal services, the prominence of law firms with nationwide reach is developing as a prominent feature. These firms, often described as ’50-state law firms,’ tout their wide geographic coverage as a potential advantage, offering a network of legal practitioners from Alabama to Wyoming. Reportedly, these firms position their expansive presence…
In the increasingly regulated legal landscape, professionals working with workers’ compensation must now consider themselves partners to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). According to a recent publication in The Legal Intelligencer, settling parties may face legal complications if relevant issues aren’t well identified and articulated in settlement agreements. This concern is underlined…
A new US law, set to take effect on January 1, is aimed at putting an end to the country’s infamous standing as a sanctuary for shell companies. For the first time, millions of businesses will be obliged to disclose their ownership information or risk significant fines and potential imprisonment for noncompliance. However, according to…
A recent ruling by the Michigan Court of Appeals has sparked discussions regarding the use and interpretation of electronic signatures in insurance policies. The case of Bronson Health Care v Esurance Property and Casualty Insurance Company, decided on September 28, 2023, has implications for many pending claims and is reshaping how underwriting departments handle policy…
Slip and fall cases have long been a contentious subject in personal injury litigation. One such case, dissected and examined in detail in a recent post by McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, presents an interesting study of deconstruction and the lengths at which one must go during litigation. In this particular case, the team at…
At the recent Clio Cloud Conference, law practice management firm, Clio, unveiled an array of new products and updates, marking what the company calls the most expansive update in its 15-year history. An add-on for personal injury lawyers, offering a suite of features tailored to their unique workflows and requirements. Clio Duo, a proprietary generative…
“ In a recent reinsurance dispute case in Alabama, Munich Re, a prominent reinsurance company, successfully emerged victorious. This closely monitored legal dispute revolved around Munich Re’s refusal to reimburse an insurer for losses and associated legal fees. These costs had been accrued during litigation with the insurer’s professional liability carrier about a bad faith…
Earlier this week, the US Supreme Court heard oral argument in Acheson Hotels, LLC v. Laufer, a case that’s been widely discussed in many legal circles. The hearing materializes after months of speculation about whether it would indeed take place, with Laufer urging the Court to dismiss the case as moot following the voluntary dismissal…
Recently, a California-based personal injury law firm, which holds the trademark registration for 1-800-LUCHADOR, initiated a lawsuit against a competitor. The firm alleges that the competitor is using ‘luchador’ as a part of its own name, an apparent infringement on the aforementioned trademark. This development unfolds despite the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s rejection of…
In the unfolding of a contentious wrongful death personal injury case, the appellant’s defense has brought an apportionment request to the Georgia Court of Appeals. While the appeal finds its origins in a defaulted defendant being liable for $25 million in damages, the opposing counsel classified this move as a desperate attempt to evade the…
A recent article has shed light on the strenuous and time-consuming process that legal firms and corporations face in handling disability litigation. This involves going through the meticulous task of redacting sensitive data in disability, insurance, personal injury, and medical malpractice litigation cases. Given the necessity of sharing or e-filing medical records and insurance documentation…
Florida’s legal framework underwent a significant reform in 2023 with respect to comparative fault. This specific change looks set to reverberate through the field of personal injury law, with the potential for the highest impact to be felt in cases pertaining to motorcycle accidents. Such incidents typically involve severe injuries, and the allocation of blame…
In the rapidly evolving technological sphere, law firms are fast realizing the importance of maintaining a dominant, yet discerning, social media presence. Evolved as a potent platform for attracting potential clients and building brand awareness, investments in social media are pivotal in terms of increasing the client base and amplifying outreach. However, with a plethora…
In a significant development in the legal profession, Morgan & Morgan, a foremost name in personal injury law with a global strength of 900 lawyers, has expanded its presence across the United States entirely. With the strategic relocation of two lawyers to Rhode Island, the firm has declared its unique status as potentially the only…