Attorney

High-Profile Defense Attorney Joins Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, Bringing Expertise in Mass Tort Litigation and Product Liability Cases

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LOS ANGELES – Kimberly Branscome, a prominent defense attorney specializing in product liability and mass torts, is set to join the Los Angeles office of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison. The move comes after Branscome played a significant role in the highly publicized defense of 3M against claims from over 260,000 U.S. military veterans and service members who alleged hearing loss due to the use of the company’s earplugs. Unlike the original article, Branscome’s new position is not mentioned in the introductory paragraph. In August, 3M agreed to a $6.01 billion settlement for the … Read more

Transparency Dilemma: State Panel to Weigh More or Less Disclosure for NC Attorney Complaints

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RALEIGH, N.C. – A state panel in North Carolina is currently deliberating on whether there should be more or less transparency for complaints filed against attorneys. The panel’s recommendation is highly anticipated as it could significantly shape the way attorney misconduct allegations are handled in the state. The debate centers around the balance between protecting the public and the right to privacy for attorneys facing complaints. Proponents of increased transparency argue that the public has a right to know about any potential misconduct by attorneys who are supposed to uphold the law. They believe that … Read more

President Biden’s Attorney Slams Special Counsel Report as ‘Shabby Work’

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WILMINGTON, Del. – President Joe Biden’s personal attorney, Bob Bauer, expressed his concerns to the special counsel and attorney general regarding what he perceived as unfair and unnecessary attacks on the president’s memory. Bauer criticized the investigating report as a “shabby work product.” The special counsel, appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland, had been investigating whether President Biden mishandled classified documents during his time as vice president and senator. The counsel recently concluded that no criminal charges were warranted. In explaining the decision, Special Counsel Robert Hur mentioned that Biden’s defense could potentially emphasize his … Read more

Employment Attorney Patrick Dolan Talks State vs Federal Law Protections and More on Let’s Get Legal with Jon Hansen

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CHICAGO, IL – Labor law specialist Patrick Dolan from Conti and Dolan provided valuable insights on employment issues during an interview with Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. Delving into various topics, Dolan shed light on the distinctions between state and federal labor protections, as well as the potential consequences of taking time off work. In response to listener questions, Dolan explained the differences in labor laws between states and the federal government. He emphasized that while federal labor laws set the minimum standards for employee rights, states have the power to provide additional protections. … Read more