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Veteran Media Lawyer Stephen Bacon Leaves Mark on Press Freedom and Legal Accountability

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Oldham, England — Stephen Bacon, a prominent figure in media law and a key player at Express Newspapers, left a lasting impact on the legal landscape surrounding journalism in the UK. His career spanned decades, during which he became known for his adept handling of defamation and contempt cases, often stepping into court to represent newspapers like the Daily Express, Sunday Express, and Daily Star. Throughout his career, Bacon found himself in the position of having to address various legal missteps on behalf of his clients. Notable cases include a 1989 incident involving cricketer Ian … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kurt Weaver Joins Chicago’s Shook, Hardy & Bacon, Enhancing Expertise in Mass Tort and Product Liability Cases

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CHICAGO — Kurt Weaver, a prominent litigator with over 30 years of expertise in defending complex product liability and mass tort cases, has joined the Chicago office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon as a partner. His extensive experience includes multidistrict litigation and significant commercial disputes. Weaver’s practice spans multiple sectors, including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and consumer goods. In the past seven years alone, he has successfully led 13 complex product liability cases to jury verdicts and served as lead counsel in notable multidistrict litigations. His legal skill set further encompasses advising clients on both … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kurt Weaver Joins Shook, Hardy & Bacon to Strengthen Product Liability Defense Team in Chicago

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CHICAGO — Kurt Weaver, a seasoned litigator known for his extensive experience in product liability and mass tort cases, has joined Shook, Hardy & Bacon as a partner in their Chicago office. With over 30 years in the legal field, Weaver enhances the firm’s capabilities in high-stakes commercial disputes and multidistrict litigations. Weaver has represented clients across multiple sectors, including life sciences, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and retail. Notably, he has secured jury verdicts in 13 complex product liability cases over the last seven years. His expertise extends to serving as lead counsel in significant multidistrict litigations, … Read more

Veteran Attorney Joins Shook Hardy & Bacon, Bolstering Chicago Office Expertise in Mass Tort and Commercial Disputes

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Chicago, Ill. — Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP has bolstered its Chicago office with the hiring of a veteran attorney specializing in mass tort cases and commercial disputes. With nearly four decades of experience, this new addition aims to enhance the firm’s capacity to serve a diverse clientele. The attorney, whose name has not yet been disclosed, brings extensive legal expertise in handling complex cases, which is crucial for Shook Hardy & Bacon as they continue to strengthen their presence in the competitive legal landscape of Chicago. This strategic hire reflects the firm’s commitment to … Read more