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Los Angeles County Considers Groundbreaking Right to Counsel Law to Assist Renters in Eviction Cases

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Los Angeles, California — Los Angeles County may soon offer a significant boost to tenants facing eviction by providing them with free legal representation. The county supervisors have moved forward with a plan to establish a “right to counsel” ordinance that would assist renters, particularly in the county’s unincorporated areas, where some one million residents could benefit. This proposal requires one more vote before it can be written into law. The initiative aims to address the disproportionate legal expertise often available to landlords over tenants. Currently, while most landlords have legal assistance in housing courts, … Read more

Los Angeles Train Yard Worker Wins $58 Million in Injury Lawsuit Over Slip and Fall Incident

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Los Angeles — A substantial $58 million jury verdict in favor of a train yard worker who slipped and sustained injuries while working on a train in Palmdale could set a precedent for the treatment of contractor safety in high-stress work environments. Pablo Scipione, 46, was awarded compensatory and punitive damages after a court found that Kinkisharyo International LLC failed to ensure a safe working environment. On a late night call to perform urgent electrical repairs, Scipione, an independent contractor with Altech Services, arrived at Kinkisharyo International’s train manufacturing yard. Employees were under pressure to … Read more

Faegre Drinker Bolsters Los Angeles Team with Key Litigator from Ellis George LLP

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Los Angeles, CA – Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, a prominent law firm known for its robust legal practices, has recently bolstered its product liability and mass torts group by hiring a seasoned litigator. The attorney, formerly associated with Ellis George LLP, brings a wealth of expertise to the firm, particularly in handling complex litigation matters. The move signifies Faegre Drinker’s commitment to deepening their bench strength in key areas of practice which are critical at a time when product liability cases are becoming more intricate and widespread. The addition of a lawyer with … Read more

Los Angeles Jury Orders Billionaire to Pay $900 Million in Landmark Sexual Assault Verdict

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Los Angeles — In a landmark decision for cases involving sexual misconduct allegations within corporate environments, a Los Angeles jury has handed down a $900 million award to a woman who accused businessman Alkiviades David, known as David Alki, of sexual harassment, assault, and rape. The verdict represents one of the most substantial in such cases, reflecting a serious stance against sexual misconduct by figures of authority. The case, which garnered significant attention, revolves around allegations from a former employee who worked under David as a production manager from February 2016 to April 2019. David, … Read more