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$310 Million Awarded to Family After Teen’s Tragic Fall from Florida Amusement Park Ride

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A Florida jury has ordered a $310 million payout to the family of a teenager who tragically died after falling from an amusement park ride last year. The verdict came after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson fell from the Freefall Drop Tower at Icon Park in March 2022, an incident that led to significant legal and regulatory repercussions. The legal investigation uncovered that adjustments had been made to two seats on the ride to accommodate Tyre’s larger body size, which unfortunately led to him slipping out of his safety harness. Pursuing justice for Tyre, … Read more

EY Abogados Welcomes Silvia Bauzá as New Partner to Spearhead Market and Corporate Development in Legal Division

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Madrid, Spain — EY Abogados announced the hiring of Silvia Bauzá as the new partner overseeing markets and corporate development of the legal department and the labor practice. Bauzá, previously associated with A&O Shearman in Spain, brings extensive experience to her new role under the supervision of EY Abogados’ managing partner, Ramón Palacín. Palacín expressed enthusiasm about Bauzá’s addition to the team, highlighting her prominent legal background, “Silvia’s joining marks a considerable gain for EY Abogados. Her seasoned expertise and commanding leadership are pivotal as we aim to enhance our client services and further our … Read more

Orange County Judge Revolutionizes Juvenile Justice System, Prioritizes Empathy and Reform

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ORANGE, Calif. — In a fresh approach to juvenile justice and child welfare, Superior Court Judge Craig E. Arthur of Orange County is making significant strides in transforming the court’s dealings with its youngest involved parties. Having taken on the role in January 2022, Arthur incorporates his extensive background in juvenile law to pioneer changes aimed at benefiting young individuals and their families. Judge Arthur’s efforts are characterized by programs focusing on collaboration between the court and various social services, emphasizing the importance of listening to and understanding the children and teenagers involved in the … Read more

Nippon Steel to Contest US Block on US Steel Merger in Federal Court

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TOKYO, Japan — A legal battle is set to unfold in early February as Nippon Steel seeks to challenge the U.S. government’s decision to hinder its plans to acquire United States Steel Corp. The conflict arises from the U.S. government’s concerns about national security, which led to the halting of the merger under the administration of former President Joe Biden. The contentious issue has now moved to the judiciary, with court proceedings scheduled to start on Feb 3. Nippon Steel confirmed that it would submit its initial brief on that date as the U.S. Court … Read more