Alabama Attorney Secures Groundbreaking ‘Not Guilty’ Verdict in High-Profile January 6 Case; Client Granted Pardon by Former President Trump

Washington, D.C. – In a significant legal victory following the January 6, 2021, Capitol protests against the 2020 presidential election outcomes, Alabama attorney Melissa Isaak secured a rare “not guilty” jury verdict for her client, Mathew Purdy. This landmark case stands out as Purdy was acquitted of the most severe charges against him, highlighting a dramatic moment in the numerous trials stemming from the events of that day. Purdy, previously facing a Class A misdemeanor for entering and remaining in a restricted building without lawful authority during the protest, was notably only convicted on less … Read more

Revolutionizing Legal Practices: Nationwide Surge in Attorneys Integrating Mass Tort Claims for Substantial Client Settlements

Attorneys across the United States are increasingly incorporating mass tort claims into their personal injury practices, a move driven by the potential to address large-scale grievances where two to four million are seriously or fatally injured each year. This trend includes lawsuits related to defective pharmaceuticals and medical devices, but also encompasses a broad range of incidents including airplane crashes, train accidents, and data breaches among other cases. Mass tort claims present unique opportunities for lawyers due to their national scope and the repetitious nature of filing similar claims for multiple clients. Economic efficiencies make … Read more

Georgia Attorney Challenges Corporate Transparency Act, Citing Constitutional Concerns Over Client Privacy

Atlanta, GA – A legal challenge has been mounted against a federal law that a Georgia attorney contends infringes upon crucial attorney-client confidentiality. The attorney, Paul Spizzirri, is seeking a court order to stop enforcement of a part of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which he claims compels lawyers to release privileged client information, thus breaching constitutional rights. The CTA, enacted in 2021 with the intention of curbing illicit activities such as money laundering, tax evasion, and drug trafficking, mandates that law firms disclose identifying details about corporate clients. This includes names, birth dates, and … Read more

Case Documents at Risk: Court Weighs Attorney’s Right to Hold Client Files Over Unpaid Bills

Denver, Colorado — Challenges often arise when clients and their lawyers disagree on fees, especially when the disagreement escalates to the point where a client wants to change representation and the lawyer refuses to release case documents until unpaid bills are settled. This legal gray area concerning an attorney’s right to retain client papers as a lien for unpaid fees recently came under scrutiny in a Colorado Court of Appeals case, adding new layers to an already complex issue. Under Colorado law, attorneys are permitted to claim a lien on client documents that have come … Read more