Defense

Top-Tier Law Firm Shifts Focus to Mass Torts Defense, Joining Industry Trend

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In New York, the world’s leading law firm is channeling significant resources into mass torts defense, signaling a notable shift in the legal landscape. This move comes amid increasing scrutiny and litigation involving large corporations, marking an expansive strategy to enhance its practice in defending against collective legal actions. Mass torts can involve numerous plaintiffs filing claims linked by similar experiences or harm, often against major companies in industries such as pharmaceuticals, consumer products, and environmental services. As this sector continues to evolve, firms are recognizing the potential benefits of effectively managing these complex cases. … Read more

Murder Accused Kangethe Seeks New Defense Amid Gruesome Stabbing Case as Hearing Date Approaches

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NAIROBI, Kenya — Kevin Adam Kinyanjui Kangethe, 42, faces continued scrutiny following his arraignment on a first-degree murder charge in the death of Margaret Mbitu, 31. Judge Mary K. Ames approved a request from Kangethe’s attorney, allowing for their withdrawal and scheduling a hearing on August 21 for new legal representation. Kangethe remains without bail as he awaits further court proceedings. Mbitu’s body was discovered on Nov. 1, 2023, inside Kangethe’s vehicle parked at the airport’s central garage. She had been reported missing by family members after last being seen leaving her job at a … Read more

From Defense Attorney to Judge: El Chapo’s Former Legal Representative Elected in Groundbreaking Ciudad Juárez Elections

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Ciudad Juárez, Mexico — A former attorney for Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán has taken a seat as a judge in Ciudad Juárez following Mexico’s inaugural judicial elections. Silvia Delgado, 51, who previously defended the infamous drug lord, emerged as a notable figure in the election results released Tuesday. Delgado’s past role on Guzmán’s defense team — particularly during his time in Ciudad Juárez prior to his extradition to the United States in 2017 — has generated substantial controversy. Nonetheless, she garnered one of the highest vote tallies among the five women elected to serve as … Read more

Challenge Ahead: Defense Lawyer Warns of Juror Bias in 18-Count Murder Case

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Provo, Utah — The defense attorney for a man charged with murdering 18 individuals has expressed serious concerns about the potential to assemble a fair jury for the case. The attorney indicated that the high-profile nature of the charges may make it particularly challenging to find jurors who can remain impartial. The defendant, facing a number of serious criminal allegations, has generated significant media attention, a factor that complicates jury selection. Given the gravity of the accusations and the community’s awareness of the case, securing unbiased jurors who have yet to form opinions may prove … Read more