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Bloomberg Law

Pharmaceutical Industry Faces Legal Challenges Amid AI Integration in Drug Development, Bain & Company Study Reveals

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a focal point for pharmaceutical leaders as it promises to transform drug discovery, preclinical testing, and clinical trials. With the potential for significant cost savings and monetary benefits, this AI-driven transformation is not without its legal risks. Companies must address potential issues related to product liability, intellectual property,…

Bloomberg Law

Burr & Forman Enhances Product Liability Expertise with New Nashville Partner

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

In a significant move to bolster its transportation, insurance, and product liability practice group, Burr & Forman has added Kat Carrington as a partner in the firm’s Nashville office. The firm announced the addition Monday, bringing on board Carrington’s extensive experience in product liability litigation. Carrington specializes in defending recreational vehicle manufacturers and distributors against…

Law.com

Clayton County Jury Awards $17M in Product Liability Case Against Honda After Legal Sanctions

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Clayton County Jury Returns $17M Verdict After Lawyers Sanctioned A Clayton County State Court jury has awarded $17 million in a product liability case against American Honda Motor Co. Inc. and Willett Honda South. The verdict follows the tragic death of a woman who was ejected from her Honda CR-V during a 2016 rollover crash…

Bloomberg Law

Stephen Huffaker Joins DLA Piper as Partner, Bolstering Product Liability Practice

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

DLA Piper has announced the addition of Stephen Huffaker as a partner in its product liability, mass torts, and class actions practice based in Austin. Huffaker specializes in pharmaceutical and medical device product liability litigation, bringing significant expertise in mass tort coordination and strategy, early assessment and resolution of cases, group settlement administration, litigation risk…

Law360

King & Spalding Bolsters Texas Litigation Team with Four Partners from Butler Snow

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

King & Spalding LLP continues to expand its footprint in Texas by adding four partners from Butler Snow LLP to its product liability and mass torts practice group. The new additions are expected to fortify the firm’s capabilities in handling complex litigation in these areas. For more details, visit the original article.

Law.com

Litigation Expert Will Stute Joins King & Spalding’s Miami Office as Partner

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Legal News Update King & Spalding has welcomed litigator Will Stute, who is transitioning his practice from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe’s Washington, D.C. office to Miami. Stute, who moved to Miami in 2021, will now officially serve as a partner at King & Spalding, focusing on the firm’s product liability and mass torts practice according…

Bloomberg Law

Norton Rose Fulbright Strengthens Litigation Team with Addition of David Moreno as New York Partner

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Norton Rose Fulbright has expanded its litigation and disputes practice with the addition of David Moreno as a partner in their New York office. According to the firm, Moreno brings a diverse portfolio of experience in state and federal courts, covering civil and corporate litigation, as well as handling business, real estate, antitrust, and product…

Bloomberg Law

Arnold & Porter Bolsters Litigation Team with Brian Dunphy to Enhance Healthcare Legal Expertise

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Arnold & Porter has announced the recruitment of Brian Dunphy as a partner in their complex litigation practice based in Boston. Dunphy’s practice focuses on managing intricate commercial litigation, particularly for healthcare, life sciences, and biotech companies. His expertise includes defending product liability cases for pharmaceutical and biotech firms. Moreover, Dunphy advises and represents a…

Bloomberg Law

Microplastics in Consumer Products Spark Surge of Greenwashing Lawsuits

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

Consumers of Dr. Brown’s Baby bottles from Handi-Craft Co. and FIJI water from The Wonderful Company LLC might choose these products based on their “BPA-free” and “Natural Artisan Water” advertising claims. However, recent lawsuits challenge the veracity of such claims, arguing that the products could contain microplastics, rendering the marketing deceptive according to the complaints…

Bloomberg Law

Deanna Gilbertson Joins Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani as Product Liability Partner in San Diego

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Deanna Gilbertson has joined Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) as a product and general liability partner in their San Diego office, as announced by the firm Thursday. In her new role, Gilbertson will be involved in representing clients across various sectors including product liability, premises liability, and major transportation claims. The product and general liability…

Law.com

Third Circuit’s Ruling on Monsanto’s Preemption Case Sets Stage for Supreme Court Review

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has diverged from the positions held by its sister courts in a significant ruling that affects Monsanto’s ongoing legal battles regarding preemption arguments. At the heart of the decision, the Third Circuit found that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) preempted the plaintiffs’ state failure-to-warn claims. This…

Bloomberg Law

Tesla’s Omission of Affordable Cybertruck Models Signals Worrying Trend in EV Industry

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

In the latest development concerning Tesla’s lineup, the disappearance of lower-priced versions of the Cybertruck from Tesla’s online ordering page raises significant concerns. As noted by Liam Denning in his article, the only options currently available are limited edition models priced just shy of $100,000. This contradicts the traditional strategy of scaling production while reducing…

Bloomberg Law

Gibson Dunn Fortifies Litigation Practice with Strategic Hire of Veteran Trial Lawyer Liz Ryan

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Legal professionals may take note of a significant shift in the litigation landscape as Liz Ryan has joined Gibson Dunn as a partner in both the litigation and trials practice groups. Her addition to the Dallas office is expected to bolster the firm’s capabilities in managing complex and high-stakes disputes. Ryan brings a diverse array…

Ars Technica

Amazon Ordered to Recall Over 400,000 Dangerous Products

Pieter Gunst2 years ago08 mins

Amazon failed to adequately alert more than 300,000 customers to serious risks — including death and electrocution — that US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) testing found with more than 400,000 products that third parties sold on its platform. The CPSC unanimously voted to hold Amazon legally responsible for third-party sellers’ defective products. Now, Amazon…

Bloomberg Law

Delta Air Lines Hires David Boies for Legal Battle Against CrowdStrike and Microsoft Over IT Outage

Pieter Gunst2 years ago04 mins

In the latest legal developments, Delta Air Lines has enlisted the services of renowned attorney David Boies to pursue legal action against CrowdStrike and Microsoft Corporation. The litigation stems from a significant IT outage that recently caused millions of devices running Microsoft Windows to crash, leading to widespread flight cancellations. This move by Delta to…

Bloomberg Law

Peter Meyer Returns to Faegre Drinker to Strengthen Product Liability Practice in Indianapolis

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Article Peter Meyer has rejoined Faegre Drinker as a partner in the firm’s product liability and mass torts group in Indianapolis. According to the firm’s announcement on Monday, Meyer is set to handle high-stakes multidistrict litigation and mass torts, especially focusing on medical product defense. In his new role, Meyer will develop and lead strategic…

Bloomberg Law

Perkins Coie Welcomes Mike Paisner to Strengthen Litigation Team in Seattle

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Mike Paisner has joined Perkins Coie as a partner in the Seattle office, the firm announced Tuesday. Paisner’s expertise spans critical litigation and arbitration, with a focus on business disputes, product liability, and other complex legal challenges. His broad experience also includes handling sensitive government investigations and providing regulatory advice to clients across various industries….

Law.com

Amazon Faces Legal Firestorm Over Sales of Suicide-Linked Chemicals in Landmark Product Liability Suit

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Accused of violating the “most basic standards of business ethics,” Amazon.com was hit with a product liability suit on July 12 from family members of individuals who allegedly purchased pure sodium nitrite from Amazon and ingested it to commit suicide. The suit is part of a string of cases challenging Amazon’s sale of sodium nitrite…

Bloomberg Law

“Shook, Hardy & Bacon Expands Litigation Team with Addition of Two Prominent Partners in Los Angeles”

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Shook, Hardy & Bacon has announced the addition of two new litigation partners, Saman Rejali and Christopher Kondon, to its Los Angeles office. The firm communicated this development on Wednesday, marking another strategic expansion of its litigation practice. Both Rejali and Kondon bring extensive experience and expertise to their new roles at Shook, Hardy &…

Bloomberg Law

3M and Aearo Secure $120 Million from Insurers in Combat Earplug Settlement

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

3M Co. and its subsidiary, Aearo Technologies LLC, have successfully settled with several insurers to secure $120 million. This settlement is part of a broader $6 billion global personal injury settlement involving service members who used the companies’ combat earplugs. The funds aim to address the widespread hearing loss claims from thousands of U.S. military…

Bloomberg Law

Antony Klapper Promoted to General Counsel of Volkswagen Group of America Amid Regulatory Shifts

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

Volkswagen Group of America Inc., the North American subsidiary of the German automotive giant, has announced a significant shift in its legal leadership. Antony “Tony” Klapper, previously the deputy general counsel for product liability and regulatory affairs, has been promoted to general counsel. Klapper’s elevation marks an essential step as the company aims to navigate…

Above the Law

The Growing Influence of Multidistrict Litigations in the Federal Civil System

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

In the contemporary legal landscape, Multidistrict Litigations (MDLs) have become an increasingly prominent feature of the federal civil docket. As outlined by the Administrative Office of U.S. Courts and the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation, MDLs today represent a considerable percentage of federal civil cases. This trend marks a notable rise from a decade…

Law.com

Johnson & Johnson Reaches $700 Million Settlement Over Talcum Powder Cancer Claims

Pieter Gunst2 years ago01 mins

Attorneys general from 43 states and the District of Columbia have announced a significant $700 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson. The litigation addresses allegations that the pharmaceutical giant knowingly withheld information about the carcinogenic properties of its talcum-based body powder products, such as Baby Powder and Shower to Shower. These lawsuits, filed Tuesday, claim…

Bloomberg Law

Law Firm Goldberg Segalla Strengthens Toxic Tort Team with New Partner Michael Silverman

Pieter Gunst2 years ago02 mins

Goldberg Segalla Recruits Litigator Silverman to Toxic Tort Team Goldberg Segalla has made a notable addition to its toxic tort and environmental law practice groups with the recruitment of Michael Silverman as a partner in its New York office. Silverman brings extensive experience in advising clients on various legal, regulatory, and commercial matters, particularly within…

Above the Law

Unseen Guardians: The Role and Impact of Defensive Gun Use in Everyday Situations

Pieter Gunst2 years ago03 mins

In the heated debate over gun control, the argument for defensive gun use stands as a pivotal point for proponents of the Second Amendment. Advocates often cite instances where an armed citizen successfully thwarts a crime, aligning with the narrative of “a good guy with a gun” countering criminal actions. Publication on conservative platforms frequently…