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Talc Trouble: Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback Amidst Bankruptcy Court Tensions

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BURLINGTON, N.J. — A recent ruling from a bankruptcy court marks another chapter in Johnson & Johnson’s ongoing legal struggles over its talc-based products. The company faced a setback when the court rejected its bid to resolve thousands of lawsuits linked to allegations that its talc may contain cancer-causing asbestos. This decision comes amidst intensified scrutiny regarding the safety of talc and its impact on consumer health. In 2021, Johnson & Johnson took the unprecedented step of filing for bankruptcy protection under a controversial legal strategy intended to manage the numerous claims filed against it. … Read more

New Mexico’s Open Government Foundation Files Lawsuits Demanding Transparency in College Athlete Revenue-Sharing Contracts

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In June 2021, the discussion around whether college athletes’ name, image, and likeness (NIL) contracts should be shielded from public disclosure took center stage. This conversation arose during a pivotal time as the NCAA accepted that athletes could earn endorsement income. At that moment, the Uniform Law Commission (ULC) was tasked with creating model legislation for states to use regarding NIL agreements, raising a critical legal question about the transparency of such contracts. The NCAA mandated that universities collect athletes’ NIL contracts to monitor compliance with existing regulations prohibiting pay-for-play arrangements. This requirement sparked considerable … Read more

PRA Welcomes Six New Lawyers, Including Three Partners, Boosting Lisbon Office Expertise in Key Legal Sectors

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Lisbon, Portugal — PRA – Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados has announced a significant expansion, integrating six lawyers from PVA Legal, including three partners. This move is aimed at bolstering its expertise in key areas such as real estate, tax, litigation, and employment, according to officials at the firm. Filipe Pimenta has joined PRA as a partner overseeing the real estate division in Lisbon. He brings over two decades of legal experience, having held prominent roles including president of the Cascais Delegation of the Portuguese Bar Association and vice-president of the General Council of the … Read more

Clearfield County Set for High-Stakes Judicial Showdown: Maines vs. Sayers in November Election

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Clearfield, Pennsylvania – Voters in Clearfield County will choose a new judge for the Court of Common Pleas during the upcoming general municipal election on Nov. 4. This decision follows the announcement in January that Fredric Ammerman, the county’s president judge, will retire at the end of 2025 after 31 years of service. Paul Cherry, the current judge, is set to assume the role of president judge next year. The candidates vying for the vacant position are Democrat Josh Maines and Republican Ryan P. Sayers. The newly elected judge will oversee legal proceedings for more … Read more