Awards

South Florida Attorney Traci McKee Honored as “Best Mentor” in 2024 Florida Legal Awards

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Fort Myers, FL – Among the esteemed honorees at this year’s Florida Legal Awards, Traci McKee stands out, having been named “Best Mentor” for her achievements in nurturing up-and-coming legal professionals in South Florida. The award, which salutes attorneys committed to developing future talents, was announced by the Daily Business Review for 2024. McKee, a partner specializing in product liability and mass torts, serves as the office leader at the Fort Myers branch of her firm and as Deputy Practice Group Leader for a national team. Colleagues and industry peers commend her for her approach … Read more

Jury Awards Cynosure Over $25 Million in Landmark Legal Battle Against Reveal Lasers for Corporate Espionage

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Boston, MA — In a decisive courtroom battle, the law firm Arnold & Porter secured a substantial victory for its client Cynosure, a front-runner in the aesthetic and medical treatment devices industry. The Boston jury, after a month-long trial, awarded the company over $25 million in damages against Reveal Lasers and several of its employees. The legal proceedings concluded on Friday, September 27, at the United States District Court, District of Massachusetts. The conflict centered around accusations that Reveal Lasers, along with 28 of its employees, had infringed upon various business conducts including breach of … Read more

D.C. Jury Awards $930K in Groundbreaking Verdict for Transgender Employee Discriminated Against at McDonald’s

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Washington, D.C. – A landmark court victory has underscored the ongoing struggles and eventual triumph of Diana Portillo, a transgender immigrant who battled against workplace discrimination. A jury at the D.C. Superior Court awarded Portillo $930,000, marking a significant moment in the fight for transgender rights under the D.C. Human Rights Act. Portillo, who was employed at a McDonald’s on Georgia Ave. managed by International Golden Foods, LLC, endured continual misgendering and derogatory comments at work after she transitioned and began presenting according to her gender identity. Despite requests for her colleagues and management to … Read more

TV Visionaries Gather to Judge NEM Zagreb 2024 Awards: A Celebration of Eastern European Creativity

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Zagreb, Croatia – The NEM Zagreb 2024 television industry event has announced a gathering of top-tier industry experts to comprise the jury for the NEM Awards’ second edition. This select group includes a variety of respected professionals from across the globe, ranging from chief content officers and acquisition managers to executive producers and distinguished screenwriters. Their expertise will be crucial in evaluating hefty competition across diverse categories. With an open invitation extended until October, the competition provides a unique platform for creatives in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region to showcase their projects without … Read more