News from May 2019
Student accuses university of sexual harassment, false charges
DES MOINES — A student is suing a university, alleging she was sexually harassed and then falsely accused of wrongdoing.
Customer alleges pest control product contained toxic chemicals
BROOKLYN — A customer is suing a pet pest control product company, alleging a product contained toxic chemicals despite claims of being all natural.
Customer alleges supplement did not help him lose weight as advertised
LOS ANGELES — A New Jersey man is suing a supplement manufacturer, alleging he was led to believe a supplement would help him lose weight.
Florida customer alleges power banks lacked advertised energy
LOS ANGELES — A Florida man is suing a power bank manufacturer, alleging the products did not have the energy as was advertised.
Post accused of falsely advertising cereal ingredients not included in products
BROOKLYN — A customer is suing Post, alleging its cereals falsely advertised ingredients that are not included in the products.
A class action law firm was set up to punish its own client financially, thanks to clause in contract
INDIANAPOLIS (Legal Newsline) – A Chicago class action law firm used a contract that would have left its client liable for thousands in attorneys fees if she chose to settle her case against its wishes.
Courting Art Baltimore awards $20K in scholarships to city students
Baltimore City District Court is set to showcase the artwork of 19 student finalists at the upcoming Courting Art Baltimore awards reception.
Maryland lawyers reminded of June deadline for Attorney Information System registration
As the deadline approaches, the Maryland Judiciary is reminding all lawyers practicing in the state, including judges and law clerks, to register with the Attorney Information System (AIS) by June 1.
Nevada AG's old law firm can make up to $350 million on his opioid lawsuit; GOP decries 'cronyism'
CARSON CITY, Nev. (Legal Newsline) - Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford’s former law firm stands to earn as much as $350 million in fees under a generous contract to handle the state’s opioid lawsuit that also provides for the separate reimbursement of expenses.
'Trolling for clients': The battle for new plaintiffs creates friction among lawyers and referral services
It’s a world that the public rarely catches a glimpse of, but the competition for clients can lead to nasty disputes among plaintiffs attorneys and lawyer referral services who question whether the rules are being followed by everyone.
Trust born out of Texas life settlement company sues insurance firm in Iowa court, alleges overcharging
DES MOINES (Legal Newsline) – A Texas-based trust born out of the bankruptcy reorganization of a high-profile life settlement company is involved in a lawsuit against an insurance company over claims it inflated monthly charges on policies.
CLARK HILL: Clark Hill Attorneys Named to Washington DC Super Lawyers
Four Clark Hill attorneys have been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers’ 2019 Washington DC Super Lawyers & Rising Stars list. The following attorneys have received a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement in their areas of practice.
FOLEY & LARDNER LLP: Foley Adds Bankruptcy Partner Paul Labov in New York
Foley & Lardner announced today that Paul Labov has joined the firm’s Litigation Department and Bankruptcy & Business Reorganizations Practice Group as a partner in the New York office.
Nestle accused of using misleading labels regarding child and slave labor; Company expects case to be tossed
SAN DIEGO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit filed in federal court in California accuses Nestle of using package labels that mislead consumers about the use of child labor and slave labor in the company's West African supply chain.
Exxon uses revived Helms-Burton law to sue Cuban companies for holdings confiscated in the 1960s
The first prominent company to take legal action against the Cubans is Exxon. In a suit filed May 2 in the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia, Exxon is seeking damages in the amount of $71,611,002.90 plus interest of 6 percent since July 1,1960.
Johnson & Johnson says crucial expert for talc plaintiffs lied on stand
A prolific expert whose testimony is vital to asbestos lawsuits over talcum powder lied on the stand and failed to disclose the questionable history behind his most important samples, Johnson & Johnson said in a motion to dismiss a lawsuit currently in trial in New York.
LOCKE LORD LLP: Brian Devine Joins Locke Lord as Partner in Boston Office; Strengthens Firm’s White Collar Criminal Defense and Internal Investigations Capabilities
Brian Devine has joined Locke Lord’s Boston office as a Partner in the Firm’s White Collar Criminal Defense and Internal Investigations Practice Group.
BRADLEY ARANT BOULT CUMMINGS: Bradley Attorneys Chris Lam and Ben Milam Named to North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society
Bradley is pleased to announce that Christopher C. Lam and G. Benjamin Milam, attorneys in the firm’s Charlotte office, have been named to the 2018 class of the North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society.
Mitsubishi alleges PPG refused to honor 20-year warranty on paint job at Purdue
NORFOLK, Va. (Legal Newsline) – A Pittsburgh-based coatings company is accused in a federal lawsuit of refusing to honor a warranty associated with one of its products.
Government alleges Honeywell discharged contaminated water
GREENVILLE, N.C. (Legal Newsline) — The federal government is suing Honeywell, alleging it discharged contaminated water in North Carolina.