Attorney

Top Product Liability Trial Attorney Kimberly Branscome Joins Paul Weiss in Los Angeles, Boosting Litigation Department

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LOS ANGELES – Kimberly Branscome, an esteemed attorney specializing in product liability and mass torts, has joined the Los Angeles litigation department at Paul Weiss as a partner. Branscome brings with her a wealth of experience in handling complex litigation cases concerning product liability, professional liability, environmental and toxic torts, and securities matters. Having previously served as the co-head of Dechert’s product liability and mass tort practice, Branscome has represented major corporations in highly publicized tort cases. Notably, she played a crucial role in Johnson & Johnson’s product liability litigation, which revolved around allegations of … Read more

Baltimore’s Former State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby Awaits Verdict in Federal Mortgage Fraud Trial That Could Change Her Life

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Baltimore, Maryland – Former Baltimore City state’s attorney Marilyn Mosby awaits the outcome of her second federal trial, which could have significant implications for her future. Mosby gained prominence in 2015 when she became the youngest state’s attorney of a major city. Her profile rose even further when she led a controversial investigation in the case of Freddie Grey, resulting in charges against six Baltimore City police officers. Mosby now faces a federal mortgage fraud trial in Greenbelt, Maryland, after being accused of making false statements during real estate transactions in Florida. Mosby took the … Read more

Lawsuit Against Mar-Jac Plant Seeks Justice and Reform, Says Pérez Family Attorney

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LOUISVILLE, Kentucky – The Pérez family has filed a lawsuit against Mar-Jac Poultry Inc., alleging dangerous working conditions at the poultry processing plant. The family’s attorney, Ashley Edwards, hopes that the lawsuit will bring about significant changes in the plant’s operations and prioritize the safety of its employees. The lawsuit claims that the Pérez family’s loved one, José Pérez, suffered a traumatic brain injury while working at the Mar-Jac plant. It alleges that the company failed to provide a safe work environment and neglected to implement proper safety protocols. The family believes that the incident … Read more

East Haven Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Young Children: District Attorney

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EAST HAVEN, CT — A 44-year-old man from East Haven, Connecticut has been found guilty by a jury for sexually assaulting young children, according to New Haven Judicial District State’s Attorney John P. Doyle, Jr. Lawrence Maenza was convicted on two counts of first-degree sexual assault and two counts of risk of injury to a minor. The verdict was announced by Doyle. During the trial, evidence was presented that showed Maenza had sexually assaulted two children under the age of 10 in various locations across New Haven and Hartford counties. The cases were consolidated and … Read more