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Jury Orders Retired Attorney Lin Wood to Pay Additional $750K in Legal Fees After Defamation Case Verdict

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Atlanta, GA – A federal jury in Georgia has mandated retired defamation attorney Lin Wood to pay $750,000 in attorney fees and costs, a day following their verdict that favored his former law partners with a $3.75 million judgment. This decision builds upon what is shaping up to be a costly legal defeat for Wood, who is based in Atlanta and previously gained national attention through his involvement in various high-profile litigation cases. The jury’s ruling comes at the conclusion of a defamation lawsuit initiated by three of Wood’s former colleagues at their Atlanta-based law … Read more

Massachusetts Court Rules Contractor Not Liable for Home Construction Flaws in Landmark Case

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BOSTON — A Massachusetts appeals court ruled Wednesday that a commercial insurer is not required to cover a contractor liable for various defects in a home he constructed, setting a precedent in defining “property damage” in construction disputes. The case, which has drawn attention to liability and insurance practices in the construction industry, stems from a homeowner’s lawsuit against a contractor over alleged structural flaws and other defects in their newly built home. The contractor requested coverage from their commercial insurer, which was subsequently denied based on the terms of the policy. The appeal was … Read more

Judge in Zantac Case Declines Recusal Despite Potential Conflict Over Spouse’s Employment

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Harrisburg, PA — A state judge in Pennsylvania presiding over a widespread lawsuit involving the heartburn medication Zantac ruled against a motion to step down from the case on Wednesday. The motion revolved around concerns raised by plaintiffs who questioned the judge’s impartiality due to his wife’s employment at a law firm representing the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline in unrelated cases. The judge, whose identity has not been disclosed, expressed his doubts regarding the plaintiffs’ assertion that his marital connection could subconsciously influence his judicial duties. He decided to continue overseeing the litigation, asserting his ability … Read more

Massachusetts Court Denies Contractor Insurance Claim in Landmark Property Damage Case

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Boston, MA — In a landmark decision, a Massachusetts intermediate appellate court ruled on Wednesday that a commercial insurer is not obligated to cover damages incurred by a contractor accused of constructing a defective residential property. This case marks a significant moment in legal battles over what constitutes “property damage” under construction contracts and insurance policies. The contractor, previously found liable for various structural and other deficiencies in a house he built, sought indemnification from his commercial insurance provider. The case pivoted on whether the insurance policy in question should cover the alleged construction faults. … Read more