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Louisiana Shrimp Association Files Lawsuit to Challenge Gulf Coast Shrimping Regulations

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Mobile, Alabama – A lawsuit filed by the Louisiana Shrimp Association on Wednesday may have wide-ranging implications for shrimping practices along the Gulf Coast. The suit targets the National Marine Fisheries Service of the Biden Administration over a new rule that requires skimmer trawl vessels to use Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) in inshore waters. James Baehr, Chief Litigator for the Pelican Institute, explains that the current rule only applies to shrimp boats that are 40 feet or longer, but the Louisiana Shrimp Association is concerned that smaller boats may also be required to use TEDs … Read more

Mistrial Declared in 50-Year-Old Cold Case of Special Sheriff’s Deputy’s Murder: Jury Deadlocked

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ROCKVILLE, Maryland – A mistrial was declared on Wednesday evening in the case of a 1971 killing of a special sheriff’s deputy, as the jury remained deadlocked after more than two days of deliberation. The trial involved the alleged murder of Montgomery County Deputy James Tappen Hall. According to an anonymous juror, several individuals on the jury did not believe that the state had proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt. One or two jurors were reportedly convinced that they could never convict 71-year-old Larry David Smith in the death of Deputy Hall. Hall’s daughter, … Read more

Unraveling the Complexities of Mass Tort Settlements: Inside the World of Liability Forecasting

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(Pittsburgh, PA) – Liability forecasting plays a critical role in the management of mass tort settlement trusts, which often involve billions of dollars and numerous claimants seeking compensation for their injuries. Administering these trusts is a complex task, with various factors and challenges to consider. One of the main challenges is the timeline of mass tort litigation. Exposures, injuries, and the discovery of injuries can span over multiple decades, during which companies may come and go, declare bankruptcy, or be bought and sold. Additionally, people may be exposed to new elements or conditions in their … Read more

Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management Urges Lawmakers to Revamp Marijuana Laws for Faster Business Launch and Social Equity Support

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Bloomington, Minnesota – The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has urged state lawmakers to make adjustments to marijuana laws during this legislative session to expedite the establishment of cannabis businesses. In their initial report to the Legislature, the agency proposed various specific changes, one of which includes implementing a temporary license system, with a particular focus on aiding social equity applicants. These applicants are individuals who have been impacted by past criminal enforcement of marijuana laws, either directly or indirectly. The report emphasizes that implementing a temporary license system would not only speed up the … Read more