Corporations

Legal Tug-of-War: Plaintiffs Challenge Court’s Dismissal in Arbitration Dispute Against Major Corporations

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Los Angeles, California — A group of plaintiffs is contesting a recent ruling that dismissed their lawsuit, with their appeal filed in March 2025 seeking to challenge the decision made by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld. The judge found insufficient standing for the defendants affiliated with Move and said the court lacked personal jurisdiction over News Corp. and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). In January 2025, the defendants initiated motions to dismiss the plaintiffs’ suit. The latest legal maneuver from the plaintiffs centers on a motion for reconsideration that aims to overturn the dismissal order and … Read more

Delaware Courts: A Lucrative Arena for Corporations and Law Firms Alike

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WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware’s court system has established itself as a favored venue for corporations embroiled in legal disputes, drawing businesses from across the nation. The state’s judiciary is renowned for its expertise in corporate law, providing businesses with a predictable legal framework. As a result, a significant financial ecosystem has emerged, benefiting law firms that handle these cases. Delaware is home to many of the country’s largest corporations, which seek to take advantage of its business-friendly laws and specialized judges. The Delaware Court of Chancery, in particular, is noted for its ability to resolve … Read more

Championing Consumer Safety: Attorney Brendan A. Smith Targets Negligence by Major Corporations in High-Profile Litigations

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St. Louis, MO — Brendan A. Smith, a noted attorney with Simmons Hanly Conroy, has built a remarkable career by advocating for clients who have sustained severe injuries due to faulty pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Smith, who joined the firm in 2012, heads the Complex Litigation Department, where he handles cases involving sexual abuse and unsafe consumer products, challenging some of the world’s largest corporations. Smith’s work is driven by a commitment to justice for individuals harmed by products whose safety was compromised in the pursuit of profits. “These companies prioritize profit over safety, and … Read more

Unveiling the Texas Two-Step: A Controversial Legal Tactic Used by Major Corporations to Handle Lawsuits

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Austin, Texas — A legal maneuver known as the “Texas Two-Step” has recently come under scrutiny for its role in helping major corporations like Johnson & Johnson and Georgia-Pacific manage their mass tort liabilities through strategic bankruptcy filings. Crafted by the law firm Jones Day, this technique splits a company into two separate entities under Texan law. One of these entities assumes all the mass tort liabilities and then files for bankruptcy, potentially streamlining numerous lawsuits while shielding the parent company’s main assets and operations from related legal claims. This approach allows the financially healthier … Read more