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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

Take the Stand: Be the Jury in Chicago’s Interactive Courtroom Drama, The Jury Experience!

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Chicago, Illinois, is inviting residents and visitors alike to engage in a unique theatrical experience that merges live drama with the exhilarating role of jurors. “The Jury Experience” presents an immersive courtroom scenario where attendees are empowered to make critical decisions that could determine the fate of an accused individual. Participants step into the role of jurors, examining a range of evidence, including witness testimonies and forensic data, as they navigate complex moral dilemmas intrinsic to the judicial system. The show’s structure fosters an interactive environment, allowing the audience to dissect arguments and evaluate the … Read more

Chicago’s Own Gary A. Newland Celebrates Prestigious 2025 Super Lawyer Recognition for Outstanding Legal Achievements

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — Attorney Gary A. Newland of Newland & Newland, LLP has recently earned the prestigious designation of a 2025 Super Lawyer, highlighting his exemplary service and achievements in personal injury law within the Chicago area. This honor, bestowed upon only the top 5 percent of attorneys nationwide, is the result of a rigorous selection process involving peer nominations, third-party research, and evaluations from multiple legal industry entities. Newland’s legal journey exemplifies a deep commitment to advocacy and client success, having secured significant settlements and verdicts in various challenging cases. His legal acumen, … Read more

Top Litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere Join Norton Rose Fulbright, Bolstering Chicago’s Legal Expertise in High-Stakes Litigation

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Chicago, IL – In a significant expansion of its litigation team, Norton Rose Fulbright has welcomed Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere as partners in its Chicago office, where they will also serve as Co-Heads of Litigation and Disputes. Their hiring marks a significant move for the firm, noted for their expertise in product liability, consumer disputes, and environmental mass tort litigation. Lee and Casmere, distinguished for their roles in shaping legal strategies in complex and high-stakes cases, come from Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, a litigation firm they helped establish in Chicago. Their cumulative decades … Read more