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Taxpayers Protection Alliance President: Mass tort litigation costs are 'borne by the public at large in the form of inflated prices'
David Williams, the president of the non-profit government watchdog group Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA), has expressed concern over the economic impact of mass tort lawsuits. In an opinion piece for the Washington Examiner, Williams stated that these lawsuits result in higher prices for goods as corporations face increased liability costs.
AG Kaul Announces New Electronic Storage Detection Canine at the Wisconsin Department of Justice
Attorney General Josh Kaul has unveiled a new addition to the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) - an Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) canine named Moose. The specially trained dog will assist in investigations throughout the state that involve the detection of electronics."Electronic storage detection canines like Moose help in holding those who commit internet crimes against children accountable," said Attorney General Josh Kaul. "We're glad to have Moose working to keep kids in Wisconsin safe."Moose, along with his handler...
Hotel not liable for murdered man in roommate's bed
TRENTON, N.J. (Legal Newsline) - A man who discovered a murdered coworker in the bed next to him can’t win money from Wyndham Hotels for his emotional suffering, a New Jersey court ruled, upholding the dismissal of a lawsuit stemming from a bizarre incident involving transient utility workers.
Company not responsible after customer crushed between its wall and a U-Haul van
LANSING, Mich. (Legal Newsline) - True Value still isn’t liable for a tragic accident where a U-Haul van crushed a customer against a wall, a Michigan appeals court ruled, despite a landmark decision by the state’s highest court making it harder for property owners to defend claims over “open and obvious” risks.
Railroad groups challenge N.Y. law requiring covers for waste
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - A challenge to a New York state law requiring covers on certain waste transported on railroads has been filed.
DJ famous for yelling 'SOUL TRAIN!!!!' sues for royalty payments
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - The man who invented the scream of "SOUL TRAIN!!!" for the popular show says he has been withheld royalty payments through the years.
After burying the wrong woman, funeral home may face lawsuit
TRENTON, N.J. (Legal Newsline) - A New Jersey funeral home may have to defend itself in a lawsuit after misplacing a woman’s body, an error discovered only after the grieving widower saw a video image of another woman wearing his late wife’s jewelry and clothing on the day she was supposed to be entombed.
Attorney General Moody Announces New Efforts to Help Survivors of Human Trafficking
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced two new efforts to aid survivors of human trafficking in Miami-Dade County. The first initiative, Project Protect, will expand its services to Miami-Dade County, providing free doorbell surveillance cameras to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual violence. The program aims to help survivors feel safer in their own homes, as 80% of trafficking victims are revictimized after finding freedom.Speaking about the program, Attorney General Moody stated, "Florida is leading the nation in efforts to end human...
Office of the Attorney General Denounces Court's Bias in Litigation with Former Employees
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has expressed its concern over a court's biased ruling in an employment dispute case with four former staff members. The OAG has filed motions to reconsider and enter judgment after the judge's decision to continue depositions despite all facts being conceded and the defendant withdrawing its opposition. This ruling goes against Texas court rules and case law, as there were no disputed issues to be tried. The judge, who is a former Travis County Democrat Party Chair, made this decision hastily based on an email that misrepresented...
AG Campbell Announces Settlements With Three Temporary Nurse Staffing Agencies For Overcharging Long-Term Care Facilities
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced settlements with three temporary nurse staffing agencies to resolve allegations that they failed to comply with regulations and charged for temporary nurse staffing at long-term care facilities at rates above the maximum rates allowed by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS).
Operation Ceasefire Secures Prison Time for Richmond Gun Crimes
Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced that a Richmond man has been sentenced to two years in prison for possessing ammunition as a convicted felon and possessing a machine gun. The successful prosecution is a result of Operation Ceasefire, an initiative aimed at removing repeat, violent offenders from the streets.The convicted felon, Dai'Quan Jarrvel Lane, was seen displaying a firearm on a live social media video feed by detectives from the Richmond Police Department. Recognizing Lane as a convicted felon, law enforcement personnel believed him to be in the...
BakerHostetler Deepens Litigation Practice With Addition of Former Federal Prosecutor in Washington
Justin P. Murphy joins BakerHostetler’s Washington office as a partner in the firm’s national Litigation Practice Group and a member of the Antitrust and Competition team, where he will lead the Cartel and Government Antitrust Investigations Task Force.
Attorney General Miyares Announces Latest Win Against Martin Shkreli for Illegal Scheme to Monopolize Lifesaving Drug
Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced a significant victory in the case against Martin Shkreli, the former CEO of Vyera Pharmaceuticals. A federal appeals court has upheld a court order that found Shkreli guilty of engaging in illegal and monopolistic behavior. Shkreli is accused of maintaining a monopoly over the lifesaving drug Daraprim by increasing its price by over 4,000 percent.The Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed the decision of the District Court for the Southern District of New York, which found Shkreli in violation of both federal and...
Appeals panel revives fraud suit regarding Valeant's Apriso drug patents, says not defeated by 'public disclosure bar'
The lawsuit on behalf of Medicare and Medicaid alleges drugmaker falsely obtained multiple patents and overcharged government customers. The appeals panel says a lawyer who has represented generic drugmakers may have 'stitched together' enough information to back his fraud claims
Foley Named Top General Practice Firm in Harrity Ranking
Foley & Lardner LLP has once again proven that its unique offering of a large intellectual property (IP) practice within a general practice (GP) platform resonates with clients.
Polsinelli Bolsters Nashville Office With New Shareholder Richard Miltimore
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has welcomed Richard Miltimore as a shareholder in the firm’s growing Nashville office and to the Real Estate & Financial Services Department.
Walmart's $45M settlement over produce weight gets thumbs up from judge
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A judge is approving a class action settlement with Walmart that claims to be worth $45 million.
Judge OKs no-money class action settlement
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - A New York federal judge has given preliminary approval to a class action settlement that gives lawyers up to $730,000 but class members $0.
Made-in-America lawsuit against Mexican-style desserts already rejected once, company says
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Armed with a ruling from more than two years, the maker of Mexican-style frozen treats is asking a judge to toss a class action that complains they were made in California.
Toilet explosion at Dunkin' Donuts covers customer in feces and urine, lawsuit says
ORLANDO, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida man's recent lawsuit alleges a nightmare scenario in which a toilet at a Dunkin' Donuts location exploded, covering him in human waste.