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Experienced Litigation Lawyer Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston to Strengthen Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort Practice

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Houston, TX – Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has announced the addition of litigation lawyer Justin VandenBout to its Houston-based team. VandenBout, previously with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings a wealth of experience in commercial litigation, product liability litigation, insurance coverage, and mass tort litigation. He has represented clients on both sides of cases in federal and state courts, as well as arbitrations, across the United States. Recognized as one of the top lawyers in Texas for business litigation, VandenBout’s expertise will contribute to Norton Rose Fulbright’s strong litigation practice. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US … Read more

California Implements New Law on Retaliation: Guidelines for Employers to Mitigate Risks and Ensure Fair Employment Practices

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SACRAMENTO, California – Recent changes in California’s employment laws have brought about a significant shift for employers in handling disciplinary actions and terminations following a protected complaint. The implementation of a new law has established a rebuttable presumption of retaliation, which has far-reaching implications. This article will delve into the legislation, explore its impact, analyze the burden shifting analysis, and provide practical guidance for employers to mitigate risks. The new law introduces a rebuttable presumption of retaliation when certain violations of the Labor Code occur and an employee faces disciplinary action or termination within 90 … Read more

Trump’s Request for Delay in $83.3M Jury Award Denied: Writer E. Jean Carroll’s Legal Team Urges Judge to Proceed

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WASHINGTON — Lawyers representing writer E. Jean Carroll are urging a judge to reject a request from former President Donald Trump to postpone a $83.3 million jury award in a defamation case. The request comes after a judge ruled against Trump’s attempt to dismiss the lawsuit last month. Carroll accused Trump of sexually assaulting her in a department store dressing room in the 1990s. Trump denied the claims and said Carroll was lying to sell a new book. Carroll sued Trump for defamation after he called her a liar and said he had never met … Read more

Unveiling the Chasm: Supreme Court Decision Exposes Misalignment Between Media Hype and Legal Reality

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision today has sparked a discussion on the influence of celebrity lawyers and self-proclaimed experts in shaping public perception through TV and social media. These influential figures often tailor their narratives to specific audiences, creating a gap between public expectations and judicial outcomes. This discrepancy highlights the contrast between media-driven narratives and the realities of the legal system. The high-profile nature of legal cases attracts media attention, with celebrity lawyers and pundits providing analysis that aligns with the outlet’s narrative or the biases of their audience. This alignment … Read more