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Zach Briers Honored as Top Intellectual Property Lawyer for Second Consecutive Year

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Los Angeles, CA – For the second consecutive year, Zach Briers, a partner at Munger, Tolles, & Olson, has been named a 2025 Top Intellectual Property Lawyer by the Daily Journal, a significant honor that singles out leading practitioners in the fields of patent, trademark, and copyright law across California. Briers, widely acknowledged as a top attorney in the realm of technology, has recently made headline-worthy strides in managing high-stakes litigation and sophisticated transactions. His practice has increasingly delved into the nuanced and rapidly evolving domain of artificial intelligence law, positioning him at the forefront … Read more

Class Action Payouts Surpass $40 Billion Annually for Third Consecutive Year, Signaling Major Shift in Legal Trends

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In recent years, the landscape of class action lawsuits in the United States has shifted dramatically, with settlements surpassing $40 billion annually for three consecutive years, marking a clear trajectory into a new legal era. This consistent financial magnitude underscores not only the growing sophistication of litigation strategies but also the increasing accountability demanded from corporations regarding consumer rights, environmental protection, and corporate governance. Observers suggest that this surge in class action settlements signals an age where collective legal actions are becoming a common mechanism for addressing mass grievances. This could be prompted, in part, … Read more

Covington Achieves Perfect Score for LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Third Consecutive Year

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Covington, KY — For the third consecutive year, Covington has achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Municipal Equality Index (MEI), underscoring its progressive stance on LGBTQ+ inclusion in community policies and services. The Human Rights Campaign, which is the nation’s largest advocacy group for LGBTQ+ rights, spearheads this annual assessment, gauging over 500 cities across the United States. The MEI evaluates various facets of municipal operations including non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, the inclusiveness of city services, law enforcement relation with LGBTQ+ population, and overall city leadership on LGBTQ+ equality issues. … Read more

Littler Dominates Legal Rankings, Clinching ‘National Tier 1’ for 15 Consecutive Years in Key Practice Areas

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For the 15th year in a row, Littler, a global leader in employment and labor law representing management, has sustained its position at the forefront of the industry by securing “National Tier 1” rankings in several key practice areas. The firm’s recognition came as part of the latest Best Law Firms® results, where Littler’s prowess in Employment Law – Management and Litigation – Labor & Employment were prominently highlighted. Beyond its achievements in national rankings, Littler demonstrated its broad regional strength by earning “Tier 1” status in 46 metropolitan markets across the United States. From … Read more