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Chicago Family Wins $24.4 Million in Lawsuit Against Avon for Asbestos-Contaminated Talc Products

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Chicago, Illinois — A Chicago-area family has been granted a $24.4 million verdict after a jury found Avon Products Inc. liable in connection with a mesothelioma diagnosis. The jury concluded that Avon’s talc-containing products, allegedly tainted with asbestos, led to Cipriano Ramirez’s illness. Ramirez, who previously worked as a janitor at an Avon manufacturing site in Morton Grove during the 1980s, was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos exposure, in early 2023. His attorney, Jennifer Alesio, expressed pride in the jury’s diligent pursuit of justice, denouncing Avon’s defense tactics and underscoring the … Read more

Norton Rose Fulbright Bolsters Chicago Litigation Team with Addition of High-Profile Partners Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere

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CHICAGO — Norton Rose Fulbright, a leading global law firm, today announced the appointment of Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere as partners in its Chicago office. Both will lead the Chicago office’s Litigation and Disputes division, focusing on areas including product liability, consumer disputes, and environmental and mass tort litigation. Lee and Casmere, who previously co-founded Chicago-based litigation firm Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, bring extensive experience in high-stakes litigation across a multitude of sectors such as pharmaceuticals, genetic engineering, and chemical exposure. Their careers span over two decades of collaboration on a diverse range … Read more

Alston & Bird Bolsters Chicago Team with Two New Partners Specializing in Mass Tort and Toxic Tort Litigation

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Chicago, IL – Alston & Bird, a prominent law firm known for its robust legal practices, has expanded its capabilities in the field of mass tort and toxic tort litigation with the hiring of two new partners in its Chicago office. Kara McCall and Beth Chiarello, both seasoned attorneys in their respective areas of expertise, have officially joined the firm, marking a significant enhancement of the legal team. McCall brings to the firm an impressive track record of guiding businesses through complex toxic tort and products liability litigation. Her strategic counsel has been pivotal in … Read more

University of Chicago Alum Ascends the Judicial Ranks, Embarking on a Monumental Legal Journey

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Chicago, IL — From the hallowed halls of the University of Chicago Law School to a distinguished seat on the bench, one former student epitomizes the journey from academia to judicial leadership. This particular individual, who spent years studying and later teaching at the university, has made a significant impact on the legal landscape, driven by a commitment to justice and a profound understanding of the law. The judge’s professional journey is marked not only by their elevated position but also by a notable dedication to public service. Throughout their career, this jurist has focused … Read more